San Bernardino Neighborhood
Is SBHS a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in San Bernardino, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe114
Medium83
Low155
Other1111
250 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape48
Child involved190
Assault37
Other13
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, a medical aid call was dispatched for a sick person near East 21st Street and East 20th Street, close to North Reedy Avenue. | E 21st St, San Bernardino, CA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic collision on eastbound Interstate 210 between Highway 18 and Del Rosa, in the area between Valencia Avenue and North Golden Avenue. Medical units are responding. | N Golden Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92404 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a person reported chest pain near West 14th Street between North Mountain View Avenue and North Arrowhead Avenue. Emergency medical services were dispatched. | W 14th St, San Bernardino, CA 92405 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, patrol units are responding to a reported vegetation fire near East Foothill Drive and North Manzanita Drive in San Bernardino. | Foothill Dr E & N Manzanita Dr, San Bernardino, CA 92404 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop near Fairway and H Street in San Bernardino after a westbound vehicle on Mount Vernon appeared to be yielding. A unit then turned onto Main Street in the Fairway area. | H St, San Bernardino, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person call was reported near West Highland Avenue between North Massachusetts Avenue and North Verona Road. Medic Engine 02:22 was dispatched. | W Highland Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92405 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an apparent sick person was reported near West Highland Avenue between North Massachusetts Avenue and North Serrano Road. Medical units were dispatched to the location. | W Highland Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92405 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person call was reported near West Highland Avenue at Jack in the Box, between North Massachusetts Avenue and North Verano Road. Emergency units were dispatched. | W Highland Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92405 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall victim was reported near Ritchie Canyon Road between South Ritchie Canyon Road and another street. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene. | Canyon Rd, San Bernardino, CA 92404 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched to a nursing facility on Ritchie Canyon Road for a reported chest pain incident. | N Waterman Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92404 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$476,041
Average Rent
$2,281
Vacancy Rate
3.2%
Overview of SBHS Neighborhood
SBHS is a densely urban neighborhood in San Bernardino, California, with mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartments built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a vacancy rate of 3.2%, indicating relatively tight housing supply, and a median home price of $476,041, which is more affordable than most California neighborhoods.
Densely UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | 23.5% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
SBHS has a very high concentration of small housing units and one of the highest renter occupancy rates in the U.S.
| Renter Occupied | 87.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Size | 93.1% one or two bedrooms |
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1940-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes are studios or one to two bedrooms, making it unique in size concentration.
Nearly 9 out of 10 homes are renter occupied, indicating a rental-heavy market.
Families & Lifestyle
SBHS has a significant share of single mother households and a strong Mexican cultural presence.
Strong Manufacturing Workforce — Nearly half of workers are in manufacturing and laborer jobs.
Cultural and Linguistic Identity — Spanish is the dominant language, reflecting the neighborhood's Mexican heritage.
| Single Mother Households | 23.5% |
|---|---|
| Mexican Ancestry | 67.1% |
| Spanish Language | 59.9% households |
| Child Poverty Rate | 47.5% |
Demographics
| Manufacturing & Labor Occupations | 49.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional | 10.3% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 47.5% |
| Mexican Ancestry | 67.1% |
| Foreign Born | 23.3% |
| Spanish Language | 59.9% households |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with many enjoying shorter-than-average commute times.
SBHS residents mostly drive alone or carpool, with many enjoying shorter-than-average commute times.
Short Commutes — 42.9% of workers commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car Ownership — High rates of driving alone and carpooling indicate car ownership is common and useful.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.2% |
Homes for sale near 92404
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$118,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,056 sqft
1315 E Marshall Blvd Space 108
San Bernardino, CA, 92404
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical home price in SBHS?
The median home price is $476,041, more affordable than most California neighborhoods.
What is unique about SBHS housing?
It has one of the highest concentrations of small units and very high renter occupancy.
What languages are commonly spoken?
Spanish is spoken in 59.9% of households, followed by English at 38.0%.