A shopping and dining area with Old West influences in Temecula
Situated just minutes from the sprawling vineyards of Southern California Wine Country, Old Town Temecula serves as a shopping and dining district with a rustic feel. Wooden boardwalks, vintage streetlamps and exposed brick storefronts evoke the feel of a 19th-century Western town, while arched doorways, stucco walls and terracotta details add Spanish and European influences. Though it’s a popular place to visit, a passionate community of residents calls Old Town Temecula home all year round. “The warmth of the people makes it so special,” says Cathie Kong, a real estate specialist with Reliable Realty, who has lived in the Temecula Valley for over 20 years. “People say hi to you when you go the post office, you can be at a cafe, and someone you don’t even know will buy you a coffee; everyone just gives back so much to the community.”
While visiting Old Town Temecula you may see the local Mario Brothers hanging out on Old Town Front Street.
Old Town Temecula offers a diverse bar scene ranging from casual beer, wine gardens and sports bars.
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Country bars, boutique shopping and independent restaurants
The stores along Main and Old Town Front streets feature a blend of rustic, Old West and Mediterranean-inspired architecture, with weathered wood facades, wrought iron balconies and stone accents. People come to Old Town because of its restaurant, bar, and music scene. “The Gambling Cowboy steakhouse is the best in Temecula, in my opinion, and Goat and Vine serves amazing pizza and salads,” Kong says. “Swing Inn is the oldest restaurant in town, and Dean Norris from Breaking Bad bought it and added a dinner menu.” The Coin-Op Game Room adds an arcade to the nightlife scene, and Stampede is the West Coast’s largest country music venue for dancing, drinking and bull riding. Antique sellers, a candy shop and second-hand stores are among the many locally run businesses, while big-box options, such as Target and Vons, are 1 mile away at Temecula Town Center.
Find retail shops like Infiniti Boutique in the historic area of Old Town Temecula.
Collectors will enjoy searching through the stacks of vinyl at Old Town Records in Temecula.
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From 1800s homes to new residential developments past Pujol
Though limited housing is available in Old Town Temecula, a few pockets of homes sit outside of the shopping and dining district. “A lot of 19th century homes on Pujol Street have sold and are going to be redeveloped into condos,” Kong says. “There’s also a development past Pujol that will be roughly 1,700 single-family homes and condos that will bring a bunch of people here for its walking proximity to Old Town.” Architecture typically consists of ranch-style builds and small, single-story cottages with attached garages, stucco facades and tile roofs. Single-family prices tend to fall in the $500,000 and $600,000 ranges. One-to-three-bedroom apartments are for rent at complexes like Foothills at Old Town Apartments.
Many ranch homes have been fully remodeled in Old Town Temecula.
Elevated view of Old Town Temecula showing the residential area blending into town.
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Events and attractions centered around wine and the Old West
The city throws plenty of unique events throughout the year. The Balloon & Wine Festival brings in nearly 40,000 visitors for hot air balloon rides and wine tastings, and the Temecula Rod Run is one of the West’s oldest car shows. During the winter, the town puts up an outdoor ice rink, and dozens of vendors gather for a weekly farmers market in the Temecula Wine & Beer Garden parking lot. Many other attractions bring in visitors, including the old 1800s jail, where Old West outlaws were once detained, according to local legend.
Relax on the lawn at the Patriotic Salute to Veterans in Old Town Temecula.
Temecula Valley Museum is a popular destination packed with history in Old Town Temecula.
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Riverside County parks, recreation areas and unique terrain to explore
Old Town Temecula rests between the lakes, mountains and recreation areas east of the vineyards and the Santa Margarita and Santa Rosa plateaus and ecological reserves to the west. “There’s fantastic hiking around here, and you’re only about 40 minutes from the beach,” Kong says. Sam Hicks Monument Park has a playground, green space and a gazebo, all adjacent to the Temecula Valley Museum of local history. Golf has been a significant draw for decades, with nearby courses including Legends, Cross Creek and Temecula Creek golf clubs.
Public and private schools near Temecula
Children in Old Town are zoned for the Temecula Valley Unified School District, and Kong describes the schools as “top tier.” Vail Elementary scores a B-plus on Niche, Margarita Middle earns an A-minus, and Temecula Valley High has an A. Nearby private options include Van Avery Prep for kindergarten through eighth grade and Rancho Christian and Linfield Christian schools for prekindergarten through 12th grade. All three private schools get A ratings from Niche.
Temecula Valley High School is a highly-rated school in Temecula.
Vail Elementary School in Temecula has great teachers and staff.
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Access to the 15 freeway and major Southern California hubs
Though the area is highly walkable, residents often drive around the greater valley. The Temecula Valley Freeway along Interstate 15, known as “the 15” colloquially, borders the neighborhood to the east and leads to larger Southern California cities. San Diego and Orange County are around 60 miles away in opposite directions, and many locals make these commutes daily for work. Riverside Transit Agency buses stop throughout Old Town, and the Ontario and San Diego international airports are both within about 60 miles.
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Parks in this Area
Rotary Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Town Square Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Town Temecula
US
Homicide
2
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
On average, homes in Old Town Temecula, Temecula sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Town Temecula, Temecula over the last 12 months is $624,000, down 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Prime Commercial Opportunity: Highly Visible Vacant Land in Old Town Temecula.This 21,344 sq.FT. parcel of vacant land offers unparalleled visibility and accessibility, situated directly on a major thoroughfare in Temecula. The location is perfect for a variety of commercial uses, including retail, restaurant, or office development. The property benefits from high traffic counts and ample
The offering consists of one legal parcel totaling approximately 0.27 acres (+/- 11,761 square feet) of land located on 3rd Street, just west of its intersection with Old Town Front Street in the heart of Old Town Temecula. The property sits adjacent to the Old Town Pub and is across the streetfrom The Warehouse at Creekside and Front Street Plaza. Additionally, it's located in the Old Town
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Foothills at Old Town Apartments is a modern, pet-friendly apartment community in Temecula, California near I-15 and I-215. Foothills at Old Town Apartments offers 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom luxury apartments for rent, including unique tri-level townhomes that feature two-car garages with direct access. Enjoy an impressive selection of amenities, such as kitchens with upgraded appliances,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,849
Median Age
37
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,222
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,126
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
27.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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