Big Bend / Bonilla, Sonoma, CA
Is Big Bend / Bonilla a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe47
Medium41
Low64
Other206
22 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved19
Assault2
Other3
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 fall medical call was reported near Oregon Street in Sonoma, at Merrill Gardens close to Anthony Court and Gregory Circle. Engine 31 and Medic 31 were dispatched for the incident. | Oregon St Apartment 100-18, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded urgently without lights or sirens to a fall near (number withheld) Oregon Street, Sonoma, at Merrill Gardens near Anthony Court and Gregory Circle. | Oregon St Apartment 100-18, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible suspicious person at a Safeway in Sonoma who may have been trying to hit parked cars. The subject, described as wearing a white shirt and black shorts and associated with an older light-colored Lexus or Camry, was reportedly seen leaving the store and getting into a different vehicle in the parking lot. A be-on-the-lookout alert was issued for the person and vehicle. | W Napa St, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near First Street, at an apartment on the third floor. Law enforcement was present on scene. | 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported tree hazard at a duplex near Riverside Drive, where a large tree is on the roof. There is no apparent gas leak and no injuries have been reported. | Riverside Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders are dispatched to a possible gas odor associated with a downed tree near Riverside Drive in the El Verano area of Sonoma, California. | Riverside Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement units were dispatched for a reported 10-56 (suicidal) threat near Arbor Avenue, across from a school. The RP reported their 22-year-old brother (name withheld) was threatening self-harm and may have attempted suicide the previous day; no method was provided. | Arbor Ave, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, sheriff personnel provided an agency assist to fire-medical crews for two small dogs near 3rd Street West in Sonoma. County roads were also asked to handle cleanup in the area. | 3rd St W, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a disabled silver GMC SUV with a failed battery near Adobe Road. The California Highway Patrol reportedly requested a Code 3 response for tow or assistance. | Adobe Rd, Petaluma, CA 94954 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 32 and Medic 32 were requested to respond code 2 for a possible medical issue near Lucas Avenue in Boyes Hot Springs. | Lucas Ave, Sonoma, CA 95476 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,850,080
Average Rent
$3,464
Vacancy Rate
25.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Big Bend / Bonilla
Big Bend / Bonilla is a remote coastal neighborhood in Sonoma, California, with a median home price of $1,850,080, ranking above 84% of California neighborhoods. Rental prices average $3,464, lower than 45% of California neighborhoods.
The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 25.4%, higher than 92.7% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating many vacant homes, often year-round.
CoastalRemoteHigh VacancyRetiree-Friendly
Quick Facts
| Bicycle Commuters | 3.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Big Bend / Bonilla consists mainly of older small to medium single-family homes with a mix of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium single-family and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
The high vacancy rate may indicate seasonal homes or prolonged vacancies.
Families & Lifestyle
Big Bend / Bonilla is highly retiree-friendly with a peaceful coastal setting and diverse housing.
The coastal and nautical character appeals to retirees and those seeking quiet living.
A significant retiree population coexists with other age groups, enriching community diversity.
Bicycle Commuting — 3.0% bicycle to work, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods, reflecting active lifestyles.
| Retiree-Friendly Ranking | Top 1% in California |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 25.7% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 45.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | |
| Foreign Born | 13.1% |
| Languages Spoken | ["English","Spanish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish","English","Mexican","German","Italian"] |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with a majority driving alone and a notable carpool rate.
Big Bend / Bonilla offers some of the shortest commutes nationally with active transportation options.
Short Commutes — 30.0% commute under 15 minutes.
Car Usage — 63.6% drive alone; 15.2% carpool.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 63.6 |
| Carpool Rate | 15.2 |
Homes for sale near 95476
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Big Bend / Bonilla?
$1,850,080, more expensive than 84.0% of California neighborhoods.
What is notable about housing vacancies?
Vacancy rate is 25.4%, higher than 92.7% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating many empty homes.