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Bonita, CA

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A vibrant suburban enclave in the Sweetwater Valley

Suburb Commuter Golf Interstate Parks Outdoors Shopping

Bonita is a suburban community just inland from Chula Vista and about ten miles southeast of Downtown San Diego. The community’s neighborhoods wrap around Chula Vista Golf Course and Rohr Park, with Bonita Golf Club and Sweetwater Summit Regional Park offering more opportunities for outdoor recreation within walking distance for most.

While Bonita is almost entirely made up of residential neighborhoods, the area features some prime shopping destinations: Westfield Plaza Bonita on the west side is a popular shopping mall, and a thriving central retail district lines Bonita Road. Southwestern College is only a few blocks to the south, making Bonita a great option for students, faculty, and staff members.

With San Diego just a few minutes up the 805 freeway, it’s an ideal location for commuters as well as anyone who likes to hit the Gaslamp Quarter on the weekends.

Explore the City

Bonita Centre provides a variety of shops and restaurants

The Bonita-Sunnyside Branch Library provides events and more

Chula Vista Golf Course is a scenic, municipal golf course along the Sweetwater River

Westfield Plaza Bonita shopping mall includes several restaurants and a movie theater

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Bonita, CA is $2,247 for one bedroom, $2,515 for two bedrooms, and $3,157 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bonita has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,247/month
664 Sq Ft
House
$4,785/month
1,951 Sq Ft
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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

9

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

35

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Allen (Ella B.) Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

361 Students

8
out of 10

Sunnyside Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

438 Students

7
out of 10

Valley Vista Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

587 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sweetwater Regional Park
  • Sweetwater Lane County Park
  • Living Coast Discovery Center
  • San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge
  • Chollas Lake Park

Airports

  • San Diego International

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