City Guide
Spring Valley, CA
Overview
Spring Valley, CA, is known for the Sweetwater River Trail and the Dictionary Hill Hiking Trail. The city has around 32,000 residents, so moving to Spring Valley will provide the best of small-town charm. There are a lot of fun and interesting facts about Spring Valley, one of which is that the Bancroft Ranch House Museum, built in 1863, and is both a California Historical Landmark and a National Historic Landmark. Another interesting tidbit about Spring Valley is that the city was named after its natural spring.
What’s it like to live in Spring Valley, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Spring Valley, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$830,000
and homes stay on the market for 46 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Spring Valley are $839,500
and $708,500
, respectively. Spring Valley area townhouses have a median sale price of $710,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Spring Valley, CAExplore our Spring Valley housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Spring Valley home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Spring Valley rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Spring Valley rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Spring Valley, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Spring Valley
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bancroft Point | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Mount Helix | $1,295,000 | 75 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Otay Ranch | $748,759 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Jamacha Junction | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Casa de Oro-Mount Helix | $1,275,000 | 83 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Spring Valley Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 27% of Spring Valley homebuyers searched to move out of Spring Valley, while 73% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Spring Valley from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into Spring Valley more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Washington.
Where are people moving to Spring Valley from?
- 73% of Spring Valley homebuyers searched to stay within the Spring Valley metropolitan area.
Where are people from Spring Valley moving to?
Number of People Moving to Spring Valley
least
most
People are moving to Spring Valley from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 5,956 | ||
| 2 | 1,878 | ||
| 3 | 415 | ||
| 4 | 235 | ||
| 5 | 93 | ||
| 6 | 87 | ||
| 7 | 34 | ||
| 8 | 23 | ||
| 9 | 9 | ||
| 10 | 8 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Spring Valley, CA ?
There are countless ways to spend your time in Spring Valley, CA from enjoying local art, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Spring Valley has many popular museums including Bancroft Ranch House and Spring Valley Historical Society, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. ENCORE! Theatre and Young Actors Theatre are among the many performing arts venues you can visit for live performances. Parks are plentiful in Spring Valley, where you can find green spaces like Hatfield Park, Lamar Park, and Sweetwater Lane Community Park. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Cali Comfort BBQ, Ranas, or Gaetano's Italian Restaurant, for some of the top restaurants in Spring Valley.
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What's the best way to get around Spring Valley, CA ?
The best way to get around Spring Valley is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Spring Valley has a walk score of 36, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Spring Valley has a transit score of 28, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 91977. You can also get around Spring Valley by bike. With a bike score of 23, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
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Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Spring Valley Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 4 car rental locations.
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