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Norco Hills

Norco Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Norco, California

Riverside County 92860

$1,262,988 Average Value
$433 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Welcome to Horsetown, USA

Meandering the streets of Norco Hills, you won’t find many sidewalks. Instead, like a scene from a Hollywood Western, horses trot a roadside trail system spanning more than 100 miles in this quiet neighborhood that proudly embraces its rural identity. Fifty miles east of Los Angeles on the south side of Norco, this Riverside County town operates as an equestrian historic district that bills itself as Horsetown, USA, among street named Harness Lane and Stirrup Way, it’s not uncommon to see a horse and rider ambling through the Starbucks drive-thru. “Norco is kind of a unique animal,” says Mayor Kevin Bash. I think it’s because we fight hard to keep our semirural lifestyle, and we’re willing to sacrifice some of the things a lot of city folks think they want.”

As soon as you enter the town, look up and you'll see this welcome sign.
As soon as you enter the town, look up and you'll see this welcome sign.
Norco Hills locals are no stranger to traveling by horseback so saddle up and giddy on.
Norco Hills locals are no stranger to traveling by horseback so saddle up and giddy on.
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Spanish and Mediterranean revivals on lots with “elbow room”

Local zoning regulations require homes in Norco Hills to preserve and protect the aesthetic character of the town as a rural, equestrian community. Spanish and Mediterranean Revivals from the early 2000s with ranch-style flair and stucco roofs range from $900,000 to $1.4 million. A few grand outliers even reach up to $5 million. Contemporary ranch homes with pinpoint interior details can run between $900,000 to $1.2 million Ricky Hallam, a real estate agent with Modern Dwellings Real Estate, says the neighborhood’s laidback atmosphere and proximity to I-15 are big draws. “It’s easy access to the freeway, and the community itself is really nice. It’s kind of out there and private,” Hallam says. Mayor Bash characterizes Norco as a patch of green, open space in the middle of a sea of concrete communities. Norconians fight hard to protect their way of life, pushing back against repeated attempts by the state to regulate and rein in their equestrian lifestyles—a symbol of rugged independence that permeates the community.

This is an example of a Spanish style home in Norco Hills.
This is an example of a Spanish style home in Norco Hills.
In the Norco Hills neighborhood you'll often come across large two-story homes.
In the Norco Hills neighborhood you'll often come across large two-story homes.
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Fast casual dining and equestrian culture

Just off I-15, Norco Hills is close to numerous big-box stores in Hidden Valley Plaza, plus a number of fast-casual food chains. Three miles north, in neighboring Norco Farms, the Sixth Street commercial corridor offers shops and restaurants in stride with the city’s rural identity. Locals can stop in for brunch at the Rodeo Cafe or grab a bite at Famous Sixth Street Deli & Grill. Equestrian culture reigns supreme: New riders can saddle up at Norco Equestrian Academy or get fitted for riding gear and apparel at Thrifty Horse. The popular SilverLakes Equestrian and Sports Park includes 24 full-size soccer fields—the region is known for producing top-flight youth soccer players— as well as— five equestrian arenas with 1,500 horse stalls, and an outdoor cafe and restaurant. Welcoming more than a million visitors a year, the complex hosts live sporting events such as horse shows and rodeos. Nearby, the 80-acre George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center also hosts horse shows all year round.

Rodeo Cafe off Sixth Street is a local favorite for Norco Hills and surrounding neighborhoods.
Rodeo Cafe off Sixth Street is a local favorite for Norco Hills and surrounding neighborhoods.
Many shops and plazas have designated parking stalls just for horseback riders.
Many shops and plazas have designated parking stalls just for horseback riders.
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Corona-Norco Unified School District

Norco Elementary School and Norco Intermediate School both received A-minus ratings from Niche, and Norco High School received a B-plus. The curriculum features STEM education opportunities along with career and technical education pathways focused on agriculture sciences, business and manufacturing.

Norco Elementary students live the Mustang Way in Norco city, CA.
Norco Elementary students live the Mustang Way in Norco city, CA.
Norco High School welcomes students in Norco, CA.
Norco High School welcomes students in Norco, CA.
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Rustic trails and parks

As part of the 400 acres of parkland in the greater Norco area, Norco Hills is home to Norco Hills Park. Interlocked with the surrounding trail system, the park has a corral and hitching posts, in addition to a playground and picnic area. A few miles north along the Santa Ana River, the 1,500-acre Hidden Valley Wildlife Area features 25 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. An eight-mile stretch of the Santa Ana River Trail links the San Bernardino Mountains to the Pacific Ocean in an area filled with scenic views and wildlife, perfect for those who want to get out of the city and onto the dusty trail.

Locals in and surrounding Norco Hills enjoy visiting Pikes Peak Park with their dogs.
Locals in and surrounding Norco Hills enjoy visiting Pikes Peak Park with their dogs.
You may find some interesting art while exploring the trails in Norco Hills.
You may find some interesting art while exploring the trails in Norco Hills.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Norco Hills US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,290,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,290,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$433
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$1,265,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
298
Median Year Built
2001
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,212
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
27,007

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 4pm

    1104 Thoroughbred Ln, Norco, CA 92860

    $1,698,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,895 Sq Ft
    • 1104 Thoroughbred Ln

    SELLER OPEN TO PROVIDING A CREDIT TOWARDS INTEREST RATE BUY DOWN. Inquire for more details. Nestled within the tranquil confines of Norco Hills, this exquisite estate exudes sophistication, class and a touch of Tuscany-country charm. Spanning 3,895 square feet of living space on a sprawling .87-acre lot, this gated residence offers unparalleled privacy and unobstructed, panoramic city-light and

    Shaun Radcliffe First Team Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,015
Median Age
40
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$134,943
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$151,540

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.9%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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