Chino Hills
Four Corners of the Southland — hillside subdivisions against 14,102-acre Chino Hills State Park, top Niche-rated Chino Valley USD schools
Why People Move Here
Chino Hills sits at the junction of four Southern California counties -- San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, and Los Angeles -- separated from the rest of the Inland Empire by the 14,102-acre Chino Hills State Park and connected to both the SR-91 Orange County corridor and the SR-60 San Gabriel Valley corridor via SR-71. Housing is predominantly single-family on hillside lots with high HOA prevalence and a large share of newer construction (1990s through 2010s); median sale prices sit at roughly $1.0M per Redfin, with Vellano and Payne Ranch estates running well above. Chino Valley Unified School District consistently earns A grades on Niche, with Ayala High ranked #4 in San Bernardino County.
Key Statistics
Data sourced from census records, school district reports, and local transit authorities.
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School Districts
Chino Valley Unified School District (K-12)
B+- Serves Chino Hills, Chino, and southwestern Ontario across 88 sq mi and ~26,000 students
- Ruben S. Ayala High School (Chino Hills): Niche A grade, 3.73/5, ranked #4 among public high schools in San Bernardino County
- Chino Hills High School: Niche A grade, 3.67/5
- District uses an online School Site Locator (chino.k12.ca.us/school-maps) to match addresses to assigned schools
FAQ — Chino Hills
What is the commute from Chino Hills to downtown Los Angeles?
About 50 minutes off-peak and 75-90+ minutes during rush hour via SR-71 north to SR-60 or SR-57 then I-10 west. The SR-91 at the Orange/Riverside county line is one of Southern California's most congested segments. The nearest Metrolink option is Corona-North Main (IEOC and 91 Lines, ~15 min south via SR-71/SR-91) or Montclair TransCenter (San Bernardino Line, ~15 min north).
What school district serves Chino Hills?
Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) serves all of Chino Hills across ~26,000 students and 88 square miles (also covering Chino and southwestern Ontario). Niche gives the district an A. Ruben S. Ayala High School earns a Niche A (3.73/5) and is ranked #4 among public high schools in San Bernardino County; Chino Hills High School earns a Niche A (3.67/5). Verify enrollment eligibility by address using the district's School Site Locator at chino.k12.ca.us/school-maps.
What is the median home price in Chino Hills?
About $1.0M as of Redfin's February 2026 data (+5.4% YoY), with average sale prices at $1.02M and homes taking ~70 days on market. Zillow's ZHVI reports a typical home value of $914,077 (down 2.2% YoY) using a different methodology. Chino Hills typically carries the highest median price in the Corona/Norco region; Vellano and Payne Ranch estates run $1.3M-$2M+.
What are the crime statistics in Chino Hills?
Per the FBI UCR 2024 data released September 2025: Chino Hills recorded 127 violent crimes (161 per 100K, 56.4% below the US average) and 1,140 property crimes (1,447 per 100K, 26% below the US average). Overall crime rate is 30.8% below the national average, though year-over-year totals rose 34.1% from 2023 to 2024. Policing is contracted to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department out of the Chino Hills Station at the Government Center.
What is Chino Hills State Park and how do residents access it?
Chino Hills State Park is a 14,102-acre wildland preserve immediately adjacent to the city with 90+ miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Notable routes include Telegraph Canyon Trail (flat riparian miles through oak woodland), North Ridge Trail to Gilman Peak overlook, South Ridge Trail, and the Four Corners rest area. The Discovery Center and parking lots with restrooms are accessible from the city side; the park is managed by California State Parks.
Does Chino Hills have Mello-Roos taxes?
Yes. Chino Hills has CFDs 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10, all of which escalate 2% annually. Mello-Roos typically adds 0.5% to 1.0% of a home's value in additional annual taxes on top of the base 1.14% effective property tax rate in ZIP 91709. Check the specific APN on the San Bernardino County Property Tax Services website before making an offer -- CFD overlays vary significantly by tract.
What shopping and dining are in Chino Hills?
The Shoppes at Chino Hills is a 375,000+ sq ft open-air lifestyle center at Grand Ave and Peyton Dr (off SR-71) with ~65 stores and 20 restaurants including Barnes & Noble, Trader Joe's, Yard House, P.F. Chang's, California Pizza Kitchen, and BJ's Brewhouse. A Wednesday evening farmers market runs year-round. Other notable restaurants include Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill, Gusto Italian Bistro, Inssa Korean Gastropub, Mindeulle Korean, and The Stand.
What is the wildfire risk in Chino Hills?
Elevated. The 2008 Freeway Complex Fire burned 30,000 acres and destroyed 314 residences across Chino Hills and Yorba Linda. Earlier significant fires include Olinda (1990, 7,000 acres, 14 homes) and Soquel Canyon (1978, 5,600 acres). Carbon Canyon Rd (SR-142) is a documented ignition hotspot, accounting for nearly 20% of area fires. A Hills For Everyone study found wildfires have increased 50% around Chino Hills State Park. Homeowners should consult the city's Wildfire page (chinohills.org/1364/Wildfire) for defensible-space requirements and Chapter 7A building standards.
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