Why Live in Casa Bonita
Casa Bonita is a compact, urban neighborhood in Santa Ana, known for its recent renovations and vibrant Hispanic culture. The area features authentic Latin and Mexican dining options, such as Carnitas Don Julián and Tacos y Birria El Guero, both located on First Street. Residents can also shop for groceries at Superior Grocers and visit the renowned El Toro meat market. The neighborhood has seen significant improvements, including a new park on Raitt Street with a skatepark, playground, and exercise equipment, named Ed Caruthers Park. Friendship Park and KidWorks' Dan Donahue Center provide additional recreational spaces and community programs. Casa Bonita's residential streets are walkable and lined with midcentury ranch-style homes, as well as some split-level and Spanish-style houses, often featuring gated yards for added privacy. The Santa Ana Unified School District serves the area, with Valley High School offering specialized academies and a dual enrollment law pathway. Casa Bonita is conveniently located 2 miles from downtown Santa Ana and 10 miles from Anaheim, with multiple bus stops for public transportation. Nearby amenities include Kindred Hospital Santa Ana, about 2 miles away, and John Wayne Airport, a 10-mile drive. For weekend activities, residents can visit The Observatory concert venue, the Santa Ana Zoo, or Newport Beach, which is also 10 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Casa Bonita a good place to live?
Casa Bonita is a good place to live. Casa Bonita is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Casa Bonita is an urban core neighborhood. Casa Bonita has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 25.5 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $107,475 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 11.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Casa Bonita are home owners, with 45.4% of residents renting and 54.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Casa Bonita can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Casa Bonita neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Casa Bonita?
The median home price in Casa Bonita is $269,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $54,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,400 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Casa Bonita. The average household income in Casa Bonita is $107K.
What are the best public schools in Casa Bonita?
The best public schools that serve Casa Bonita are:
What are the best private schools in Casa Bonita?
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Are home prices dropping in Casa Bonita?
Yes, home prices in Casa Bonita are down 43% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Casa Bonita, CA
On average, homes in Casa Bonita, Santa Ana sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Casa Bonita, Santa Ana over the last 12 months is $248,500, up 79% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$248,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$248,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$149
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$269,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
79%