Calavo Gardens Neighborhood

Is Calavo Gardens a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe76

Medium27

Low171

Other1023

272 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape50

Child involved211

Assault33

Other18

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to reports of several vehicles and people gathering in a Rancho San Diego DMV parking lot and possibly trashing the area.	Hilton Head Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019	Property Damage
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to a location near Omaha Court for a 41-year-old male with possible seizures.	Omaha Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible unconscious, non-breathing person near Omaha Court. The call was treated as an urgent medical response, and an engine and squad were sent to provide medical aid.	Omaha Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a report of a possible reckless driver in a 2004 Ford Fiesta swerving in and out of lanes on westbound I-8 near Alcala Boulevard.	I-8, El Cajon, CA	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and law enforcement responded to a reported rubbish fire near Gideon Court and Gideon Circle North in Lakeside after a caller from another city reported seeing flames. Responding units later reported motor smoke in the area but did not immediately see any obvious fire.	Gideon Ct & Gideon Cir N, Lakeside, CA 92040	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible small rubbish fire near Gideon Circle North and Gideon Court in Lakeside, with command established and the sheriff reported en route.	Gideon Ct & Gideon Cir N, Lakeside, CA 92040	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to an incident near South Anza Street in El Cajon involving an elderly female.	S Anza St, El Cajon, CA 92020	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported near East Madison Avenue and North First Street. Units responded but later canceled after arriving on scene and reporting no response needed.	E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched for an elderly female complaining of pain near East Madison Avenue. Medic 430 was assigned.	E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible reckless driving sideshow near Bond Avenue and Old Highway 80 in El Cajon, involving two trucks doing donuts with about eight people watching and one man acting as a lookout for nearby law enforcement.	Bond Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$1,186,287

Average Rent

$5,158

Vacancy Rate

5.3%

Nearby neighborhoods

Calavo Gardens Overview

Calavo Gardens is a suburban neighborhood in El Cajon, California, known for its medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes. The area has a median home price of $1,186,287, making it more expensive than most neighborhoods in California.

Most residents drive alone to work, with 89.1% commuting this way, a rate higher than 96.3% of U.S. neighborhoods. The neighborhood has a strong executive and professional presence and a diverse linguistic and ethnic makeup.

SuburbanHigh Owner OccupancyExecutive LifestyleDiverse Languages

Quick Facts

Child Poverty Rate	6.0%

Housing market and real estate character

Calavo Gardens features primarily medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes, with most residences owner occupied.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Housing Age	Majority built 1970-1999
Vacancy Rate	5.3%
Housing Type	Medium to large single-family homes and apartments

What buyers will notice right away

High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.

Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, offering mature neighborhood character.

Families & Lifestyle

Calavo Gardens supports a mix of families, college students, and urban professionals with a strong executive presence.

The neighborhood's executive lifestyle ranking reflects a community of busy professionals living comfortably.

Diverse household types support families and students alike.

Executive Lifestyle — Calavo Gardens is rated as a top choice for executives in California.

Family Friendly — Low child poverty rate supports family well-being.

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	49.4%
Sales and Service Jobs	23.7%

Demographics

Executive & Professional Share	49.4%
Child Poverty Rate	6.0%
Income Rank	Top 15% in US
Top Languages	["English (83.8%)","Spanish","Polish"]
Top Ancestries	["Arab (5.1%)","Austrian (1.4%)","Irish (11.8%)","Italian (11.2%)","Mexican (10.6%)"]

Commute

Most residents drive alone to work, with a commute time typically between 30 and 45 minutes.

Calavo Gardens residents mostly rely on private vehicles for commuting, reflecting suburban patterns.

High Drive Alone Rate — 89.1% of commuters drive alone, indicating car dependency.

Moderate Commute Length — Most residents spend 30 to 45 minutes commuting one-way.

Drive Alone Rate	89.1%
Main Commute Time	30-45 minutes

Homes for sale near 92019

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$3,495,000

6 bd | 6 ba | 7,268 sqft

3525 Caroway Ct

El Cajon, CA, 92019