These Are The Most Affordable Neighborhoods In Southern California

By Rebekah Gonzalez

February 8, 2022

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Southern California is a wonderful place to put down roots, but as many already know, high rent and rising home prices are obstacles for those looking to move to the area and those looking to stay where they grew up.

That's why Niche.com determined some of the most affordable neighborhoods in Southern California.

With statistics obtained from the most recent U.S. Census data available, the website's Places with the Lowest Cost of Living ranking, "provides a comprehensive assessment of the affordability of an area. This grade takes into account key factors, including a location’s housing, food, and fuel costs, as well as the median tax rates, in an attempt to measure the overall affordability and relative cost of living of an area."

Here are the most affordable neighborhoods in Southern California:

  • East Valley - San Bernardino
  • Windsor Village North - Santa Ana
  • Shirrells - San Bernardino
  • Carverdale - San Bernardino
  • Roosevelt - San Bernardino
  • Carousel - San Bernardino
  • California - San Bernardino
  • Small Canyon - San Bernardino
  • Alessandro - San Bernardino
  • North International - San Bernardino
  • Platinum Triangle - Anaheim
  • Lankershim - San Bernardino
  • Cypress - San Bernardino

To read Niche.com's full report, click here.

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