Why Live in Nena
Nena, a neighborhood in San Bernardino, features ranch-style homes from the 1940s and '50s, many with lush lawns, brick accents, gabled roofing, and attached garages. Homes often include mountain views and backyard pools, with some renovated properties on large lots of 20,000 to 30,000 square feet. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at the Arrowhead Country Club, which has become more accessible since 2017, and the 6-acre Harrison Canyon Park with basketball courts and a walking trail. Wildwood Park offers a view of the distinctive arrowhead-shaped rock formation on the San Bernardino Mountains. For shopping, there are grocery stores like Aldi, Stater Bros., and Cardenas Markets, while dining options include DJ Coffee Shop and Rosa Maria’s Drive-In. The Yaamava’ Resort & Casino provides nightlife and entertainment. The Inland Center shopping mall, 7 miles south, offers various retailers and eateries. The 210 and 18 freeways provide connectivity, with the 210 leading 60 miles west to Los Angeles. The Ontario International Airport is 22 miles away. The closest hospital, Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center, is about a mile south of the neighborhood. Schools in the area include Belvedere Elementary, Serrano Middle, and San Gorgonio High, all earning high ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nena a good place to live?
Nena is a good place to live. Nena is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Nena has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.6 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $115,322 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 15.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Nena are home owners, with 22.4% of residents renting and 77.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Nena can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Nena neighborhood guide.
Is Nena, CA a safe neighborhood?
Nena, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Nena?
The median home price in Nena is $233,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $52K a year to afford the median home price in Nena. The average household income in Nena is $115K.
What are the best public schools in Nena?
The best public schools that serve Nena are:
What are the best private schools in Nena?
The best private schools that serve Nena are:
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Are home prices dropping in Nena?
Yes, home prices in Nena are down 53% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Nena, CA
On average, homes in Nena, San Bernardino sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Nena, San Bernardino over the last 12 months is $260,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$260,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$192,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$191
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$233,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%