Chicago park / Bear River Pines, CA

Is Grass Valley, CA (Chicago park / Bear River Pines) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Grass Valley, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe0

Medium0

Low2

Other4

1 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved1

Assault0

Other0

Crime Details:

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

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received reports of a possible verbal disturbance at a gas station near Nyack Road eastbound. Units turned around to check the situation, with deputies to be notified only if the dispute appeared to become physical.	Nyack Rd, Emigrant Gap, CA 95715	Disturbance
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was activated near Kearsarge Mill Road and Serenity Lane with no contact made; an ambulance was dispatched.	Kearsarge Mill Rd, Alta, CA 95701	Medical Emergency
Jul 4, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported traffic hazard described as a bumper blocking the fast lane on the highway westbound near the Blue Canyon brake check area. No vehicles were seen in the immediate area.	Dwight D. Eisenhower Hwy, Nevada City, CA 95959	Traffic
Jun 6, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a vegetation fire reportedly started by escaped debris burning behind a residence near Skyline Drive by Fuldah Road and Judah Road. Multiple engines and a water tender were requested for mutual aid support.	Skyline Dr, Emigrant Gap, CA 95715	Wildfire
May 31, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported behavioral health situation near Blue Canyon Road where a woman reportedly disrupted the home and threatened self-harm. The reporting party was not on scene.	Blue Canyon Rd, Emigrant Gap, CA 95715	Medical Emergency
Mar 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were initially sent to a possible vehicle accident reported eastbound on Blue Canyon. The call was canceled after the highway patrol was unable to locate any incident in the area.	Blue Canyon, CA 95715	Traffic

Median Home Price

$696,545

Average Rent

$2,816

Vacancy Rate

15%

Nearby neighborhoods

Chicago park / Bear River Pines Overview

This remote neighborhood in Grass Valley, CA, features mostly owner-occupied single-family homes built between 1940 and 1999.

It is retiree-friendly and suitable for families, with a moderate income level and a high vacancy rate including seasonal homes.

Retiree-FriendlyOwner OccupiedModerate IncomeHigh Vacancy

Quick Facts

Detached Single-Family Homes	98.4%

Housing market and real estate character

The neighborhood is dominated by detached single-family homes with a high owner occupancy rate.

Detached Single-Family Homes	98.4
Vacancy Rate	15
Seasonally Occupied Homes	10.4
Housing Age	Mostly built 1970-1999, some 1940-1969

What buyers will notice right away

Nearly all homes are detached single-family residences.

Vacancy rate is high, with many homes seasonally occupied.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood is suitable for retirees and families, with a moderate income and diverse occupations.

Top 5.2% retiree-friendly in California.

Mixed workforce including sales, service, manufacturing, and professional jobs.

Occupational Mix — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles.

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations	42.0%
Child Poverty Rate	1.1%

Demographics

Median Income Rank	Higher than 55.2% of U.S. neighborhoods
Languages Spoken	English (90.0%), Spanish (8.5%)
Top Ancestries	English (19.3%), German (9.9%), Mexican (7.9%), Irish (6.9%), Italian (5.6%)