California Gardens
Colorful ranch-style and Spanish Revival homes
Even with wide roads and large driveways where residents can park multiple cars, homes in California Gardens sit on long, narrow lots that are about 5,000 square feet. Some neighbors prefer to keep their lawns neatly trimmed, while others have decorative gardens with many trees, bushes and flowers.Many of the homes in California Gardens are single-family homes built in the 1950s that can go for as low as $300,000 or as high as $475,000. Homebuyers can find a colorful three-bedroom single-story ranch-style home that is just over 1,000 square feet for $450,000. For people who are looking for some variety, the neighborhood also features terracotta Spanish Revival homes.
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Short drive to Renaissance Marketplace
While most of the neighborhood is residential, shopping and restaurants are a short drive away. Across the street from the middle school is Westside Plaza, where residents can pick up a few essentials at El Super. Locals can also go to the Renaissance Marketplace to find the Grocery Outlet Bargain Market. The Renaissance also offers many dining options, including some chain restaurants like Olive Garden. Esparza-Martinez, Jr. notes that Septembers Taproom & Eatery is a popular spot that has both classic and unique takes on American food, such as their Septembers Mac N’ Melt. The Renaissance Marketplace is 5 miles away from the neighborhood, as are Target and Walmart. Home Depot is within 3 miles of the neighborhood.
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C. Arroyo Valley High School offers AVID program
Right next to Anne Shirrells Park are Rio Vista Elementary School, rated C-plus by Niche, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, which earns a C. Arroyo Valley High School, which receives a B, is another school that is just a bus ride away from California Gardens. This school offers a college readiness program, Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID). AVID follows students through all four years of high school and gives them the skills necessary to apply and transition into a four-year university. In 2022, 92% of the graduating seniors enrolled in AVID were accepted into a four-year university.
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Close proximity to San Bernardino Mountains
The San Bernardino mountains fill the horizon of California Gardens. San Bernardino National Forest lies in their peaks and is 25 miles away, with hundreds of miles of hiking trails and over 40 campgrounds for people to explore on the weekends. For everyday adventures, residents do not have to travel quite as far. Anne Shirrells Park sits just outside of the neighborhood and has a playground for kids to burn off a little energy after school. A quarter mile loop borders the park where locals can walk their dogs.
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The 210 Freeway and public transportation
Residents can easily access the 210 Freeway, which will carry residents into most major California cities, including Los Angeles. Omnitrans, which services the entire San Bernardino Valley, has routes in the northern and southern parts of California Gardens that take people between San Bernardino and Rialto.Industrial properties
There are several industrial properties in the western part of the neighborhood. These include J.B. Hunt Lassen Yard, where truck drivers can park their vehicles for local deliveries, and Holliday Rock, which makes asphalt, aggregate and concrete. These locations may provide employment opportunities, as well as higher traffic in the area. Both Rialto and San Bernardino have higher air pollution, which is partially caused by emissions from warehouses like the ones in California Gardens.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Fred Van Allen
Fred Van Allen
First Team Real Estate
(909) 284-5912
54 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$460,000 Price
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Michael Barragan
Michael Barragan
AMERIPRIDE PROPERTIES
(909) 442-1231
39 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$408,000 Price
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Victor Ortiz
Victor Ortiz
R.E. SOURCE
(213) 855-4940
71 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$500,000 Price
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Sue Dearing
Sue Dearing
Keller Williams Realty
(442) 219-7432
163 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$310,000 Price
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LINDA LUGO
LINDA LUGO
Responds QuicklyREAL BROKER
(951) 848-5744
11 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$485,000 Price
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Gary Alderete
GA
Gary Alderete
Responds QuicklyRe/Max Top Producers
(626) 900-1462
9 Total Sales
1 in California Gardens
$415,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Anne Shirrells Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Frisbie Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Sal Saavedra Park
- Baseball/Softball
Nuñez Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Encanto Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Delmann Heights Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | California Gardens | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
California Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in California Gardens, San Bernardino sell after 129 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in California Gardens, San Bernardino over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$502,450
Median Sale Price
$395,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,080,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,300,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$437
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
563
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,131
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,652
Median Age
31
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,204
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,820
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Delman
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