Kenton Mill, Twentynine Palms, CA
Is Kenton Mill a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Twentynine Palms, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe0
Medium0
Low0
Other0
0 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved0
Assault0
Other0
Median Home Price
$332,474
Average Rent
$2,587
Vacancy Rate
5.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Kenton Mill Overview
Kenton Mill is a remote neighborhood in Twentynine Palms, CA, with a median home price of $332,474 and average rent of $2,587. It features many row houses and attached homes.
The community has a strong military presence, with over half the workforce employed in the military. Most housing is renter-occupied and the area is less crowded than most U.S. neighborhoods.
MilitaryAffordableRow HousesRenter Dominant
Quick Facts
| Renter Occupied | 98.5% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Kenton Mill's housing is dominated by row houses and attached homes, with very high renter occupancy.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 98.5% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | 74.0% row houses and attached homes |
| Vacancy Rate | 5.7% |
| Housing Age | Many built 2000 or later, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all housing is renter occupied, rare nationally.
Military employment is extremely high, shaping neighborhood character.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a strong military culture and a below average income level.
Military Community — High military presence influences local culture and economy.
Affordable Housing — Median home price is below most California neighborhoods.
| Military Employment | 50.7% |
|---|
Demographics
| Income Rank | Lower than 75.3% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican","German","Irish","English","Italian"] |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","Italian"] |
Commute
Most residents have very short commutes and a high rate of walking to work.
Kenton Mill offers very short commutes with a strong walking culture.
Short Commutes — Nearly 87% commute under 15 minutes.
Walkable — Walking to work is common, higher than most neighborhoods.
| Walk to Work Rate | 33.8 |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 46.7 |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dominant housing type in Kenton Mill?
Row houses and attached homes make up 74% of housing.
How prevalent is military employment?
50.7% of residents work in the military, among highest nationally.