The median home value in Bonita as of May 2019 was $799,000. Approximately 69% of residents own their own homes.
Great people, authentic food and plenty of leisure activities, sums up the area perfectly.
This highly rated suburb has a “country” feel and offers locals plenty of coffee shops, parks and trails to explore and great schools.
Surrounded by beautiful scenery. Amenities include a shopping center, AMC movie theatre, museum, animal shelter and grocery stores all nearby.
The area spans a five-mile stretch close to the Lower Sweetwater Valley and is surrounded by hills on both sides. It’s bounded by the Sweetwater Reservoir to the east, interstate 805 to the west, and reaches as far south as and west as East H Street and Hilltop Drive. To the north is State Route 54.
The area welcomes anyone and everyone who enjoys an active lifestyle, and an abundance of nature. Bonita is inhabited by an abundance of wildlife including: coyote, racoon, fox, rabbits, squirrels, bobcats, opossum, skunk, and more!
Popular Parks and recreational activities in the area includes a walking trail loop that is used every day by locals. Sweetwater Regional Park which includes walking trails, a camping area and a golf course. This also serves as a wildlife preserve with a small pond that supports local fishing.
Horseback riding has long been a part of the Bonita community. Many trails exist throughout the area. Many residents keep their own horses which you can see them ride regularly.
The following parks serve the neighborhood of Bonita:
- Rohr Park
- Sweetwater Regional Park
- Sweetwater County Park
- Sweetwater Reservoir Riding and Hiking Trail
- Bonita Golf Course
- Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course
The Following Highly Rated Schools Serve The Bonita Community:
Chula Vista Elementary School District
- Ella B. Allen Elementary School
- Sunnyside Elementary School
- Tiffany Elementary School (Chula Vista)
- Valley Vista Elementary School
Sweetwater Union High School District
- Bonita Vista Middle School (Chula Vista)
- Bonita Vista High School (Chula Vista)
Southwestern Community College District
- Southwestern College (Chula Vista)
Nearby areas include
- Chula Vista
- National City
- Rancho Del Rey
- Bay Terraces
- Otay Ranch
- Skyline
- Lincoln Acres
Transportation & Accessibility
Bonita is just 15 minutes away from the border and 20 minutes from the beach, the Gas Lamp, Coronado and Balboa Park.
The closest stations to Bonita are:
Otay Lakes Rd & Allen School Ln is 73 yards away, 1 min walk.
Otay Lakes Rd & Bonita Rd is 326 yards away, 4 min walk.
Bonita Rd & Otay Lakes Rd is 525 yards away, 7 min walk.
Bonita Rd & Billy Casper Wy is 709 yards away, 9 min walk.
Bonita Rd & Allen School Rd is 904 yards away, 11 min walk.
These Bus lines stop near Bonita:
705, 961.
Top Things To See & Do Nearby
Bonitafest is an annual community event, held in early autumn, highlighted by a parade and street fair along Bonita Road which includes crafts, music, entertainment, and food. The Kiwanis Club hosts a Bonitafest Golf Tournament in conjunction with this event.
The AMC Movie Theatre (Chula Vista)
Bonita Museum & Cultural Center
TJ Oyster Bar - What started as a tiny stand in Tijuana has transformed into the uber-popular seafood spot where the tostadas, 99-cent fish tacos, and namesake oysters rule.
Hans & Harry’s Bakery - The Holland-born pastry chefs behind this dessert spot whip up breakfast treats, cakes, and tarts, but it’s their famous strudels that win them lofty praise.
Rohr Park
Bonita Golf Course - The well-maintained 18-hole course is also lined with a path for runners and the stroller set.
Sweetwater Farms - Horseback riding lessons, birthday parties, trail rides, and even equine therapy sessions are available at this facility located in a beautiful, park-like setting.
Overall Impression
Bonita is a great equestrian friendly neighborhood that’s wholesome, quaint, quiet, and family-oriented. It offers excellent accessibility to the freeway and a reasonable commute to popular areas within San Diego without the hustle and bustle of most larger suburbs in the county.