Civic Center
Classic home styles with access to schools and transit
Residents live on city blocks along avenues lined with towering palm, pine and oak trees. City skyscrapers and the towering San Bernardino Mountain range dominate the neighborhood's skyline. Single-family and multi-family houses comprise the entirety of Civic Center's residential landscape. The area's Craftsman and California ranch-style homes are examples of single-story homes that take advantage of spacious floor plans. However, Craftsman-style homes tend to be taller and have covered front porches. Area Victorian-style homes also feature covered porches that wrap around much of the asymmetrical exterior frame of the home. Simpler and more symmetrical houses in the various colonial styles are present in the area's multi-family dwellings. Residential amenities include street or driveway parking, single or multi-car garages and open floor plans. Most area homes are within a short bike or car ride of most schools and parks. Progressive Properties Realtor Jeff Teel says "you can get more house for your money in [Civic Center]. There's some nice, established neighborhoods with quality schools that have been recently upgraded. Plus freeway access will get you in and out very quickly." Regarding prices, Civic Center single-family homes tend to cost around $415,000, while multi-family houses can cost as much as $610,000.Public schools and a nearby library support lifelong learning
Public school students are served by the San Bernardino City Unified School District, attending primary schools like Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary from kindergarten through sixth grade. Students move on to intermediate and secondary institutions like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle and Arroyo Valley High School. The latter high school is part of the International Baccalaureate organization, and offers specialized curriculum tracks that prepare students for college courses and careers in STEM and other fields. The nearby Norman F. Feldheym Central Library features a 64,000 square-foot space featuring hundreds of book, CD and movie titles and an expansive computer lab, reference center and meeting rooms.Green spaces offer a balance of calm and high-energy fun
Parks are just a short distance away and allow residents to get active. Pioneer Park sits just outside Feldheym Library, offering walking trails and shady spaces perfect for relaxing with a good book. Bryce E. Hanes Park offers just under three acres of walking paths, covered playsets and splash pads, athletic fields and an expansive skate park.National stores and neighborhood favorites
Colorful shopping centers and local stores are available along the neighborhood's thoroughfares. National department stores like Marshalls offer a bevy of clothing, accessories and home décor. Vintage Vinyl Plus is a local music center offering a range of classic records, CDs and music appliances. Civic Center's thoroughfares are also home to plenty of quality restaurants and fast food chains where you can enjoy a nice meal. Start your day at Frankie's Donuts & Deli, a local deli with a range of specialty donuts, sandwiches and coffee. Jovi's Diner is a classic 1960's 1960s-style restaurant open for breakfast and lunch, serving up an assortment of traditional Mexican and American dishes.A central spot for films and stage shows
San Bernardino Theatre Square is a go-to for various performances and screenings. Built in 1928, the California Theatre of the Performing Arts showcases an assortment of well-known musicals and shows for all ages. The Regal San Bernardino Theater offers multiple screens featuring new releases and seasonal or event film screenings.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lupe Salazar
Lupe Salazar
EXCELLENCE RE REAL ESTATE
(562) 268-4995
59 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$310,000 Price
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Maria Gracia
Maria Gracia
Power Brokers
(213) 559-1517
13 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$350,000 Price
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Jeremie Tavisola
Jeremie Tavisola
Realty ONE Group West
(949) 779-3681
16 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$775,000 Price
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Fernando Aguilar Jr.
Fernando Aguilar Jr.
Keller Williams Pacific Estates
(562) 667-3107
51 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$500,000 Price
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Alfredo Bonola
Alfredo Bonola
PONCE & PONCE REALTY, INC
(855) 589-3718
83 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$330,000 Price
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JONATAN SABILLON
JS
JONATAN SABILLON
Responds QuicklyPONCE & PONCE REALTY, INC
(909) 581-4059
24 Total Sales
1 in Civic Center
$430,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Meadowbrook Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Bryce E. Haines Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Meadowbrook Recreation Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Pioneer Park
Encanto Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Seccombe Lake Recreation Area
- Bike Trails
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Civic Center | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Civic Center Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Civic Center, San Bernardino sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Civic Center, San Bernardino over the last 12 months is $770,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$600,000
Median Sale Price
$770,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
208
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1912
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,255
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,378
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,911
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$20,767
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,367
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.5%
% Population in Labor Force
50.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
52
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
La Plaza
Established San Bernardino neighborhood by major highway interchanges and downtown
Stadium Way
Commercial and suburban community surrounding San Manuel Stadium close to downtown
Hanes Park
Established neighborhood named for local park close to schools and freeways
Alessandro
Culture and community within the city of San Bernardino
Roosevelt
Residential neighborhood across the freeway from downtown San Bernadino
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