Alta Vista
Diverse housing styles and flexible prices
Housing in Alta Vista is incredibly varied, from the apartments and condos on the north side to the single-family homes in the south. "Temecula really has been built up in the last 25 years, but there are still homes on what we'd consider the older side, from the '80s and '90s. That's most of Alta Vista," says Craig Flint, a Temecula local and Net Gains Real Estate owner. "Tax assessments are much lower for these older homes." The neighborhood's oldest homes are ranch styles from the late 1970s. Closer to the end of the 20th century, Spanish Revival designs and bungalows became much more common. Most homes range between $580,000 and $670,000, while newer or extensively renovated properties sell for $700,000 to $850,000.
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A top-rated school district and a California Distinguished School
Children living in Alta Vista may attend schools in the Temecula Valley Unified School District, rated an A on Niche and considered one of the best Riverside County districts. "We have a lot of families in Temecula. A lot of people are drawn here for the great school system," Flint says. Vail Elementary School is centrally located and scores a B-plus. Students may move on to A-minus-rated Margarita Middle School, before heading to A-rated Temecula Valley High School. The high school was named a California Distinguished School, an award given by the California State Board of Education for academic excellence.
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Pools, sports fields and live music at Alta Vista's parks
Alta Vista has several green spaces, the most prominent being Ronald Reagan Sports Park on the neighborhood's south side. At 128 acres, this park has diverse recreational options, including several lighted sports fields, a playground, skate park and community pool. It's also the site of the Temecula CRC Amphitheater, which hosts the Summer Sunset Concert Series on Thursdays from June to August. On the north side, Margarita Park features pickleball courts and a connecting dog park, but it is best known for its colorful splash pad, which is popular with families during the year's hottest days.
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Nearby errand stops and quick access to Old Town
Right off Rancho California Road in the neighborhood's north side is a substantial commercial area within easy reach. Temecula Town Center has popular stops, such as Target and Vons, and less than a mile away is the start of Western-themed Old Town, home to specialty shops and restaurants. From happy hour and New American fare at The Goat & Vine to live music on the patio at Big Nose Winery, Old Town is one of the community's favorite gathering spots. "When I say that everyone goes to Old Town, I mean everyone. It's got great eats and gets really hopping on the weekend since there's always music or country dancing," Flint says.
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Close interstate access and commuter lanes help lessen drive times
Rancho California Road intersects the neighborhood and directly connects to Interstate 15, less than a mile away. "Our traffic is bad, but it's so expensive to live in San Diego County, so the commute is worth it for a lot of people," Flint says. "The county has built commuter lanes, though, and they're working on road expansion in a few places." The Palm Springs International Airport is just under 70 miles northeast of Alta Vista, and 3 miles south is Temecula Valley Hospital and a surrounding medical plaza.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Aaron Stel
Aaron Stel
COMPASS
(877) 511-1932
249 Total Sales
2 in Alta Vista
$585K - $632K Price Range
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Mike Acker
Mike Acker
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
(858) 630-4598
33 Total Sales
1 in Alta Vista
$836,000 Price
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Carolina Juarez
Carolina Juarez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(442) 237-6878
27 Total Sales
1 in Alta Vista
$519,777 Price
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Astryd Gonzalez
Astryd Gonzalez
Century 21 Affiliated
(858) 239-2560
62 Total Sales
1 in Alta Vista
$630,000 Price
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Jessica Nguyen
Jessica Nguyen
HomeSmart Realty West
(858) 465-5523
95 Total Sales
1 in Alta Vista
$560,000 Price
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Heather Penko
Heather Penko
SimpliHOM
(951) 383-6574
70 Total Sales
1 in Alta Vista
$675,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Margarita Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Ronald Reagan Sports Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Grills
Temecula Duck Pond
Temecula Skate Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Alta Vista | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alta Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alta Vista, Temecula sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Alta Vista, Temecula over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$427,500
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,100,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$367
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,633
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,622
Below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,024
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 309am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,850 - $2,375 per month
- Temecula Gardens Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 29485 Rancho California Rd
- Temecula, CA
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$2,050 - $2,795 per month
- Sage Canyon Apartments
- 2-3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 685+ Sq Ft
- 42200 Moraga Rd
- Temecula, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,679
Median Age
34
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,794
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,313
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
26.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
19
/ 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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