Artesia Pilar
Older homes in old Santa Ana
Artesia Pilar is one of Santa Ana's older neighborhoods and is mostly built out. The tight residential blocks are compact. "They are definitely old-school," Tuesday Figueroa, a Realtor with Realty One Group Anaheim, who was born and raised in the area, says. "A lot of them were originally two-bedroom, one-bath models." She explains that many owners will increase the square footage with add-ons — "Most houses sell better with that extra bedroom or bathroom." It's common to see multigenerational families in the area, so many homes have accessory dwelling units to accommodate the needs of the homeowners.One bedroom and one bathroom start at $450,000, but larger cottages will go up to $600,000. Ranch-style homes, often painted brightly with Spanish influence, start at $650,000 and can sometimes exceed $1 million.
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Walkable community with plans to improve transit
With so much in a relatively small area, the neighborhood is easily walkable. Sidewalks connect residential blocks with interspersed commercial streets. The neighborhood's Walkability Score is 71 out of 100.The neighborhood's network of city blocks connects Artesia Pilar with many government buildings, like the courthouse and civic center. Interstate 5 runs just outside of the neighborhood.
The city plans to increase accessible public transportation. Residents eagerly await the OC Streetcar service, which will traverse the neighborhood. It's anticipated to start in 2025. "It will go to the downtown where more pubs, eateries and shops are," Figueroa says. "Being able to hop on the trolley in the middle of your street will be one of the most exciting additions to the area."
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Local cuisine and nearby shopping
"There are some really great small businesses here," Figueroa says. "The restaurants are unique, fun to go into and have the best service, flair and spice," Figueroa says. Homeowners enjoy walking to locally-owned restaurants like Jugos Acapulco and Burritos La Palma. The neighborhood's busiest streets — Bristol, 1st and 17th — are full of local eateries.For shopping, residents head to the neighborhood's Santa Ana Plaza, which contains many small businesses from clothing stores to tattoo shops. Superior Grocers, just off 1st Street, keeps the community stocked with essentials.
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El Salvador Pak and Community Center
El Salvador Park is at the heart of the neighborhood. El Salvador Community Center operates within the park, allowing residents to visit with their neighbors at game nights and workshops. Visitors play basketball and baseball games at the lighted courts or enjoy walking or jogging on the trails. The community garden allows residents to garden produce and take classes. So close to the river, the neighborhood is ideally positioned by the Santa Ana River Trail, accessible from spots like Fairview Triangle, a pocket park.
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Our Lady of the Pillar in central Artesia Pilar
Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church is an important community fixture. Many residents attend services at the church and participate in events hosted by Our Lady of the Pillar throughout the year. The church is open for Mass and offers religious classes.
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Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Association events
The community stays bonded through the Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Association, which promotes events like Summer Night Lights, held each Friday from July through August. The series has included a handball tournament, live music, and other family-friendly fun activities facilitated by the non-profit organization Neutral Ground in partnership with the city.Neighborhood schools and nearby college
Most kids will attend Lydia Romero-Cruz Academy from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school offers dual language programs and extracurriculars and earned a C on Niche. They will continue to Middle College High School, rated A. Students can earn college credit through a dual enrollment program with Santa Ana College. After graduating, some students might enroll full-time in Santa Ana College, which is located in Artesia Pilar. The college earned a B and is rated the 49th best community college on Niche.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Julia Calderon
Julia Calderon
Keller Williams Realty
(951) 374-8264
128 Total Sales
1 in Artesia Pilar
$780,000 Price
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Jonathan Mendoza
Jonathan Mendoza
Monarch Real Estate Services
(626) 658-4310
48 Total Sales
1 in Artesia Pilar
$600,000 Price
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Jose Lemus
Jose Lemus
Salem Realty Group, Inc.
(951) 336-8185
37 Total Sales
1 in Artesia Pilar
$320,000 Price
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Dinorah Carmenate
Dinorah Carmenate
Properties By Dinorah
(657) 425-0747
51 Total Sales
2 in Artesia Pilar
$655K - $805K Price Range
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Andro Chavez
Andro Chavez
Re/Pro Realty
(657) 366-5303
143 Total Sales
2 in Artesia Pilar
$450K - $626K Price Range
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Hector Benavidez
Hector Benavidez
Responds QuicklyEquity Smart Real Estate Services
(323) 973-2801
88 Total Sales
1 in Artesia Pilar
$729,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Riverview Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Fairview Triangle Habitat Restoration
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Edna Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
El Salvador Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Friendship Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Spurgeon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Artesia Pilar | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Artesia Pilar Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Artesia Pilar, Santa Ana sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Artesia Pilar, Santa Ana over the last 12 months is $381,450, down 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Sale Price
$381,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$359,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$385,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-74%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,731
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
4.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,204
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,253
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
934
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
742
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,990
Median Age
34
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,750
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,911
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
56.1%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46
/ 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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