Neighborhood in Mountain View, CA
Is Cuernavaca a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe277
Medium195
Low315
Other1850
110 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved85
Assault19
Other8
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, an 88-year-old female apparently fell and required lift assistance near Carolina Lane, cross streets Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way. | Wilkie Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 64 is dispatched for a possible disabled vehicle assistance near Carolina Lane by Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way in Palo Alto. | Carolina Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency response to an incident near Leander Drive close to Coleman Road and Strand Avenue in Station 17's area. | Leander Dr, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units are dispatched code 3 to a location on East El Camino Real near Crestview Drive in Mountain View, with Medic 16 confirming response. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch was requested near East El Camino Real, Mountain View, involving cross streets Crestview Drive and West El Camino Real. The incident may involve a preliminary medical emergency. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient on Alhambra Avenue in the Montebello area appears to have an injury with a chunk of skin missing after breaking up a cat fight. Medical units responded to the scene. | Alhambra Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported dumpster fire behind a convenience store near 4th Street and Columbia in Sunnyvale. Multiple callers reported the fire, and arriving units found a fully involved dumpster that was later extinguished. Radio traffic also briefly mentioned a separate medical call for a possible overdose and a collapsed adult male by a pool, but details of that incident are unclear. | 4th St, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 27 is dispatched code 3 to a reported crash where a vehicle has struck a tree near Canyon Oak and Sarah Street in Cupertino. | Canyon Oak Way, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code 2 to a reported vehicle crash near Brenton Court in Mountain View. | Brenton Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported outside trash and dumpster fire near North Fair Oaks in Sunnyvale, with multiple callers indicating the fire was behind a convenience store near 4th and Columbia. | N Fair Oaks Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$2,114,177
Average Rent
$5,760
Vacancy Rate
15.8%
Overview
Cuernavaca is a densely urban neighborhood in Mountain View, CA, known for its predominance of apartment complexes and high-rise buildings.
The area has a high median home price and rent, with a significant vacancy rate indicating many unoccupied units.
UrbanHigh RentHigh VacancyExecutive Professionals
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Densely urban |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Cuernavaca's housing market is dominated by rental apartments and high-rise complexes, with a high vacancy rate.
| Renter Occupied | 84.2% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 75.9% |
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing units are renter occupied, with few owner-occupied homes.
Vacancy is notably high, which may indicate prolonged unoccupied properties or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Cuernavaca attracts a highly educated, professional population with diverse cultural backgrounds.
High executive presence shapes the neighborhood's character.
Strong work-from-home rate reflects a tech and creative economy.
Diverse Languages — English, Indian languages, Chinese, and Spanish are commonly spoken at home.
Cultural Diversity — Significant Iranian and Asian ancestry populations contribute to cultural richness.
| Executives & Professionals | 86.9% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home | 37.8% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 54.1% |
|---|---|
| Wealth Rank | Top 1.9% nationally |
| Asian Ancestry | 42.8% |
| Iranian Ancestry | 3.1% |
| Foreign Born | 55.7% |
| Languages Spoken at Home | English 53.0%, Indian languages 9.1%, Chinese, Spanish |
Commute
Cuernavaca residents enjoy short commutes with diverse transportation modes including biking and working from home.
Cuernavaca offers excellent options for bike commuters and remote workers, reflecting its tech-oriented population.
Bike Friendly — 5.6% bike to work, among the highest nationally.
Remote Work — High work-from-home rate supports flexible lifestyles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 46.8% |
| Bicycle Commute | 5.6% |
| Work From Home | 37.8% |
Homes for sale near 94040
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$540,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 551 sqft
255 S Rengstorff Ave APT 161
Mountain View, CA, 94040
$1,098,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,176 sqft
1734 W El Camino Real APT 7
Mountain View, CA, 94040
$780,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,086 sqft
1945 Mount Vernon Ct APT 3
Mountain View, CA, 94040
$795,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,132 sqft
1940 Mount Vernon Ct APT 1
Mountain View, CA, 94040
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Cuernavaca?
The median home price is $2,114,177, higher than 92.3% of California neighborhoods.
How common is renting in Cuernavaca?
84.2% of housing is renter occupied, one of the highest rates in the U.S.
What are common commute methods?
Most residents drive alone, but biking and working from home are also popular.