Why Live in El Cerrito
El Cerrito in San Diego offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. The neighborhood's slight elevation provides city and canyon views, with tree-lined streets and sidewalks enhancing its walkability. Housing options include condos with community pools and earthtone stucco exteriors, as well as a mix of bungalows, ranch styles, and occasional two-story homes, many dating from the 1930s to the 1960s. The area features a variety of home styles, including properties with xeriscaping and decorative fencing. Colina Del Sol Park, just west of El Cerrito, offers a playground, multi-use sports court, and picnic areas, while Chollas Lake Park, three miles south, features a 2-mile loop trail and a 16-acre fishing lake. Dining options include Crispy's Donuts, Scrimshaw Coffee, Living Room Coffeehouse, Ackee Tree, and Mariscos El Prieto food truck. Grocery shopping is convenient at Food 4 Less and Vons. The El Cerrito Community Council fosters neighborhood involvement with monthly meetings and events. The neighborhood is well-connected, with local MTS bus transport and proximity to major freeways and San Diego International Airport, 10 miles away. Schools in the San Diego Unified School District are highly rated, with Hardy Elementary and The Waldorf School of San Diego among the top options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Cerrito a good place to live?
El Cerrito is a good place to live. El Cerrito is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. El Cerrito has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $102,335 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43.1% of residents. A majority of residents in El Cerrito are renters, with 64.3% of residents renting and 35.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving El Cerrito can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
El Cerrito neighborhood guide.
Is El Cerrito, CA a safe neighborhood?
El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito?
The median home price in El Cerrito is $515,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $103,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $114K a year to afford the median home price in El Cerrito. The average household income in El Cerrito is $102K.
What are the best public schools in El Cerrito?
The best public schools that serve El Cerrito are:
What are the best private schools in El Cerrito?
The best private schools that serve El Cerrito are:
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Are home prices dropping in El Cerrito?
Yes, home prices in El Cerrito are down 49% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in El Cerrito, CA
On average, homes in El Cerrito, San Diego sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in El Cerrito, San Diego over the last 12 months is $495,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$495,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$724,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$355,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$256
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
122
Median List Price
$515,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%