Inland Empire
Redlands Real Estate
Historic citrus heritage with Victorian and Craftsman charm
About Redlands
Redlands — historic citrus heritage with victorian and craftsman charm.
Redlands is one of the Inland Empire's most distinctive cities — a community of 73,000 residents known for its preserved Victorian and Craftsman homes, tree-lined residential streets, and a downtown core that retains genuine pedestrian character. Home to the University of Redlands and the global headquarters of Esri, Redlands offers a wider price range and more architectural diversity than most cities in the region.
Quick snapshot
Median sale price
$695,000
Population
≈ 73,000
Region
Inland Empire
Market overview
Redlands real estate market at a glance
Historic homes in South Redlands and Smiley Heights typically trade at a premium; foothill new construction expands the range upward.
$695,000
40 – 55 days
≈ $385
Year-over-year: Steady demand driven by Esri workforce and University of Redlands community — verify against current MLS data
Schools in Redlands
School district
Redlands Unified School District (RUSD)
Redlands is served by Redlands Unified School District, one of the larger and more established public school districts in the western Inland Empire. The district includes three large high schools, multiple middle and elementary schools, and several magnet and specialty programs. Redlands also has a notable concentration of private schools, including Arrowhead Christian Academy and several parochial options.
Notable schools
Redlands High School
High
9/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Redlands East Valley High School
High
8/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Citrus Valley High School
High
8/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Cope Middle School
Middle
4/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Moore Middle School
Middle
6/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Arrowhead Christian Academy
K-12
Private — no rating GreatSchools rating (typical)
School attendance boundaries can change — always verify the current assignment for any specific address.
Where to eat, drink, and play in Redlands
Redlands has a walkable downtown dining and bar scene centered on State Street and Citrus Avenue, with everything from coffee roasters to upscale dining and craft cocktails. The city's lively bar district reflects its college-town character.
Caprice Cafe
California cuisine
State Street favorite, patio seating
State Bar & Grill
American gastropub
Historic 1920s building, downtown anchor
Romano's Italian Restaurant
Italian
Local institution, family-owned since 1960s
EUREKA!
Craft burgers & beer
Local craft beer focus, patio dining
Augie's Coffee Roasters
Coffee roaster
Local roaster, multiple Inland Empire locations
The Royal Falconer
British pub
Authentic British pub, fish & chips
Things to do in Redlands
Parks & outdoors
- ·Prospect Park
- ·Sylvan Park
- ·Caroline Park
- ·Smiley Park
Shopping
- ·Downtown State Street
- ·Citrus Plaza
- ·Mountain Grove
- ·Redlands Mall area
Landmarks
- ·A.K. Smiley Public Library
- ·Lincoln Memorial Shrine
- ·Kimberly Crest House & Gardens
- ·Redlands Bowl
- ·Asistencia Mission
- ·San Bernardino County Museum
Things to do
- ·Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival
- ·Market Night Thursdays downtown
- ·University of Redlands campus events
- ·Hiking at Carriage Trail and San Timoteo Canyon
- ·Day trips to Oak Glen apple country
HOA fees & rules in Redlands
$0 – $400/mo (varies widely by neighborhood)
Typical monthly HOA fee range
What's typically included
- Common-area landscaping (newer subdivisions)
- Community pool & amenities (master-planned communities)
- Gate access (gated subdivisions)
- Architectural review (historic districts have separate preservation oversight)
Rules overview
Most historic Redlands neighborhoods — Smiley Heights, South Redlands, the University District — are non-HOA, though many fall within historic preservation overlays that govern exterior modifications. Newer subdivisions and hillside developments often have HOAs with moderate fees. Always review CC&Rs and any historic preservation requirements before purchasing.
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Homes for sale in Redlands
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