Amber Hills
Adobe homes in Amber Hills
Houses in Amber Hills are mostly Spanish-style homes with white stucco siding and red tile roofs, but with some modern features such as built-in garages. Many homes incorporate brick and stone elements into the exteriors, and some feature triangular front-gabled roofs, adding a contemporary flair to the home. There are some adobe-style homes with stucco exteriors and flat roofs. Most homes are built close together, giving the area a neighborly feel and making it easy for residents to get to know each other. Sidewalks line the streets, which are shaded by a mix of short, leafy trees and towering palms. The winding, hilly roads in the neighborhood give some residents pristine views of San Bernardino below. Most homes in Amber Hills have three or four bedrooms and cost between $450,000 and $650,000.
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A short commute to San Bernardino schools
Students in Amber Hills will likely attend Belvedere Elementary School, Serrano Middle School and San Gorgonio High School. The middle school receives a B-minus from Niche, while the elementary and high schools are each rated a B. Serrano Middle is conveniently located in the center of the neighborhood, giving parents and students a quick commute in the morning. San Gorgonio High is just 2.5 miles southwest of the community. The school serves approximately 1,600 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Students can study career pathways in automotive technology, business and computer technology, construction and hospitality.
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Entertainment and recreation abounds in the San Bernardino Mountains
Residents have plenty of options for recreation nearby. Speicher Memorial Park is 2.5 miles south of the neighborhood and includes several baseball and softball fields, a walking trail and a skate park. Just north of the park is the San Bernardino Soccer Complex, a 47-acre facility with 17 top-quality fields, including four lit for play after dark. Aside from city parks, residents have access to plenty of other recreation and entertainment options. "There's a casino that was just remodeled, and it's bringing in many well-known artists. Plus, you're only about 45 minutes to an hour away from Big Bear," Padilla says. The Yaamava' Resort & Casino is just west of the neighborhood and was recently named the best casino outside Las Vegas by USA Today. The resort has booked singers and entertainers like the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ludacris and Ringo Starr. The famous Big Bear Lake is about 33 miles northeast along City Creek Road. This resort town is active year-round, offering exciting ski slopes at Big Bear Mountain and plenty of hiking and biking trails. Visitors can hit the lake in the warmer months for fishing, jet skiing and kayaking.
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San Bernardino staples just down the street
Living in Amber Hills gives residents convenient access to groceries, with a Stater Bros. Market at the corner of Highland Avenue and Palm Avenue. There is also a Food4Less on the corner of Highland Avenue and Victoria Avenue. Locals can also head to the Walmart on Highland Avenue for other household needs. Several fast-food restaurants are nearby, including Jack in the Box, Del Taco and Starbucks. Taco Joe's Mexican Restaurant is a popular sit-down option for classic Mexican dishes. Locals enjoy the street-style tacos, burritos and chile rellenos in this casual restaurant with exposed brick and colorful décor in the dining room.
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Traverse the Inland Empire on Foothills Freeway
Amber Hills is just north of Foothills Freeway, which gives residents a 7-mile drive south to Interstate 10 or can take them west to Interstate 215. The freeway is also how residents will make the 65-mile drive west to Los Angeles. Downtown San Bernardino is about 7 miles west of the neighborhood. There are several bus stops along Highland Road on the neighborhood's southern end for those who prefer public transit.
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Learn the history of California's state hospitals
Much of the neighborhood's southern end is home to Patton State Hospital, a forensic psychiatric hospital that was opened in 1893. The hospital currently has approximately 1,500 beds and provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients. The hospital includes a museum detailing the history of psychiatry and the treatment of mental illnesses in California.
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Ian Burke
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Carlos Silva
Carlos Silva
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY COLLEGE PARK
(844) 808-1321
79 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$581,000 Price
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Melinda Ross
Melinda Ross
Responds QuicklyMelinda Ross, Broker
(760) 478-6391
29 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$560,000 Price
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Kai Jimenez
Kai Jimenez
SHELL PROPERTIES
(424) 501-2319
8 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$519,988 Price
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Maria Diaz
Maria Diaz
THE ASSOCIATES REALTY GROUP
(949) 379-1981
49 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$542,500 Price
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Rosemarie Labadie
Rosemarie Labadie
CRESTLINE REAL ESTATE
(909) 487-1846
93 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$630,000 Price
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George Cardenas
George Cardenas
Responds QuicklyElevate Real Estate Agency
(562) 379-2105
96 Total Sales
1 in Amber Hills
$520,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Harrison Canyon Park
Sterling Park
Speicher Memorial Park
Horine Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Canyon Oaks Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Perris Hill Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Amber Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Amber Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Amber Hills, San Bernardino sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Amber Hills, San Bernardino over the last 12 months is $560,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$552,275
Median Sale Price
$560,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$548,849
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$311
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
659
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,867
On par with the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 2012:30 - 4:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,481
Median Age
45
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,694
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,395
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.1%
College Graduates
12.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
% Population in Labor Force
35.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 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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