An honest review of Redlands - 3/13/2018

If you want an honest opinion of Redlands. This is the review for you. I'll address the social, crimes, negatives, and benefits of the city. I've lived in predominantly Latino communities. I'm half Latino and White. I have no racial bias. I've lived throughout LA County my entire childhood as well, I know bad when I see it. Redlands is a great city currently going through a gentrification into a modern city. Unfortunately, population increase also means more crimes. The crimes are non-violent and primarily petty crimes from residents of neighboring cities that are not as prosperous (I'm looking at you San Bernardino). When I first moved here, there was a lot of town people telling me the North or the South side was the evil side of town. Those saying this in 2018 seem to obviously have a tribalist mentality. We all live in the same city, it's our duty to ensure we prosper together. Be the change you want to see in the world. Positives of North Redlands: 1) Lots of new housing developments. They are priced on the high end for the IE and it's bringing in a lot of classy people. To the North of North Redlands is East Highland, they are doing the same with their developments. 2) Off the 210 exit, commercial land is being sold and there are a lot of businesses coming into the town. Expect things to change extremely fast for modernization. 3) For every housing development built, the city requires an orange grove be built. This ensures the coming years are lush, while preserving the history of Redlands while preventing overcrowding. 4) The breweries! 5) Very quiet at night Negatives of North Redlands: 1) The transient issue under the freeways. 2) Older homes that were purchased before the freeway. These older homes were purchased cheap, the people that own them do not have a lot of money to upkeep, and there tends to be quite a few residents in one home. 3) With some lower class of people in older homes, you will see some wannabe thugs. Positives of South Redlands: 1) A lot of historic homes. 2) The residence here tend to be on the older side, meaning less noisy. 3) Being an older community, you will have some retired neighbors to be vigilant of your property. 4) Very lush and green. 5) The streets are scenically lit-up. 6) Everyone knows everyone. 7) Home resale value here is the backbone for the entire Redlands community. Negatives of South Redlands: 1) A lot of the older homes are not up to current earthquake codes. 2) Many of the home feature some type of brick, this is horrible for soil movement. 3) Due to the demographic, they are a target. Petty theft happens from out of town people. Positives for Redlands as a whole: 1) Very diverse! Thanks to the hospitals and various other job sites, you will notice White, Black, Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, everyone, and they seem to get along great. 2) The POLICE! They are outstanding here. They are equally spread out. They are extremely prompt to calls. 3) The school system; Redlands teachers are some of the most dedicated people I have met. 4) Resale value.. I know after the great recession, Redlands took a hit for a few years; however, with the current modernization and preservation of the city's history, I feel the market will always bounce back. And the city has bounced back, home value is worth more than it was before the recession. Negatives of Redlands as a whole: 1) There is a meth/synthetic drug problem here amongst the wannabe thugs and transients. Be mindful of this. They typically come out after 11pm to avoid any interaction with law enforcement and civilians. If you're on a normal sleeping schedule, you won't notice this. They typically are non-violent as they do not want to go back to prison considering most already have a history. Be very liberal with calling the police if you feel the need. 2) The North vs South tribalist mentality, it's all based in racial identity. Some feel the South is White, while the North is Minorities. It's a bogus claim, the city has a mixed demographic now. This sentiment goes back to the founding of Redlands when farm laborers primarily lived in the North, and rich farm owners lived in the South. 3) The petty theft issues from neighboring cities. San Bernardino is the main cause of this. 4) Drunk drivers at night. There isn't a lot to do in Redlands at night, people drink and drive. It seems to happen primarily on Colton Street.

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Mayberry! - 3/13/2018

Redlands is absolutely amazing with the old Victorian homes in pride in its city...We are halfway between Palm Springs and Disneyland and can be at big bear or Lake arrowhead in a half hour to 45 minutes the only drawback are the summers are getting to be 110° daily in July August and September which is absolutely ridiculous other than that this hidden gem with mountain views and quaint atmosphere is heaven on earth

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We are about to move out of Redlands - 2/4/2017

We lived here for 28 years. I am 28 years old. My father has lived her longer than me. My apartment complex just 10 years ago was diverse and mostly white. TODAY, there is maybe 1 or 2 out of the 100 homes in our apartment complex that are not latino. It's now all latino in a neighborhood predominantly white and diverse just 10 years ago. I'm not saying that's a bad thing. I have nothing against latinos and get along just fine and is buddies with alot of them. I'm just mentioning how quick Redlands flipped ethnic demographics in my area. If you are latino this may be good news for you, if you are racist then Redlands may not be for you. I personally get along with latinos and I personally don't plan on having kids cause I don't care about putting more people of my race here. As far as costs of living. I've done my research. Most of the apartments in Redlands are around 1350 a month for 2 bedroom. Which to me is expensive. I found numerous apartments in nearby Highland for 800 dollars or 900 dollars for 2 bed rooms, but I do admit those apartments are in a much worse neighborhood and quite scummy area near San Bernardino. now compare this costs of living to west memphis tennessee which is 200 a month for living in an apartment. I would move out there in a heart beat if it were not for my family who wants to stay living in the inland empire. For me and my class a license, I have easy time finding work where ever i go, so moving out there wouldn't be a thing i am afraid of. As far as pollution Redlands air pollution isn't that bad compared to most places in So Cal. was a 48 states trucker for over a year, then I was a local trucker for 8 months with Ruan. So I got to drive through So Cal more times than many people would in their entire lives who lived here all their lives. Worst polluted areas is Long Beach and South Central La. San Diego is nice clean air, up north hollywood cities like santa monica, glendale, pasadena, have nicer air quality. Redlands air quality though isn't as good as near by yucaipa which is up higher elevation over the crafton hills away from the rest of the inland empire pollution. of course the air quality isn't nearly as good as living in the nearby mountains. but redlands has much better air than long beach or south central la areas. as far as traffic, yeah it can be bad during the rush hours in the mornings and evenings. It still is not nearly as bad as the traffic in south central la or long beach areas. down there the traffic is just insane most of the day. as far as jobs here. there is lots of competition for even basic mcdonalds jobs. however. I have a class a driver's license there for i have a easier time finding work cause not alot of people can drive a truck as good as me with my clean record doing it, plus trucking is high demand. so i can find work at will. currently taking a break from working though. i normally have to commute to rialto or fontana or colton areas for the trucking jobs though.

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Redlands CA` - 11/16/2015

Has long been called "the jewel of the Inland Empire." It has the feel of a small city, however, it now it much more congested than 20 years ago. Probably still one of the best cities to live in the Inland Empire area. Winter weather is very nice...snow in the nearby mountains during Jan-Feb. Summer is a bit brutal, unless you like it HOT. Cost of living is fairly high...but then it IS Southern California.

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Some good, some bad - 1/21/2012

I have lived in Redlands for more than 20 years. It is a very segregated city with the wealthier (and politically conservative) Caucasian people on the south side and lower income culturally diverse households on the north side of town. Not surpisingly, the money, power and political clout are in the hands of the southside residents. It takes money to live here and one better have two substantial household incomes to be able to afford the high housing and tax burdens. The place is getting more crowded too as City leaders have eschewed managed growth and sprawl by endorsing several big box stores to come into town. Traffic congestion is increasingly a problem, The climate is very nice for 8 months of the year, although the dry climate and burgeoning population will strain dependence on water. Wildfires in the surrounding communities are not uncommon. If you make a lot of money, then it is a good place to live with lots to do; i.e. cycling, jogging, farmer's markets, theaters, good shopping and restaurants.

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Wonderful town - 5/1/2011

Redlands is a great small city. It has a great deal of historical value and a proud community.

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Upsides of Redlands - 7/31/2009

Not as crowded as Orange County and L.A. areas. Nice little slow-paced town with all the amenities off the beaten path and close to mountiain recreation.

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great place little costly - 2/5/2009

redlands is very nice but so cal. is a little more costly place to live

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Redlands Is Unique. - 8/29/2008

Redlands is a snooty community--and it has a right to be so. It is beautiful. It is warm and hospitable, has a lot to do, and is proud of it's culture.

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Redlands - Almost Perfect - 3/26/2008

Redlands, California is a great little city - not too big, not too small. Because of the amenities offered, it's virtually self-contained. Violent crime is very low, the schools are good, and Redlands is very family and community-oriented. My only criticism is that we have many HOT days in the summer, and smog. It has a rich history based on the citrus industry, with many beautiful, historical homes. The residents of Redlands have a tremendous pride in their hometown, whether they are a native, or have adopted it as their home.

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Climate - 10/29/2007

Overall, the climate in Redlands is very pleasant. The hottest month is July when temperatures often reach the triple digits but the rest of the year is beautiful with cooler temps in the morning and evenings. A great city to walk around in.

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Jewel of the Inland Empire - 7/28/2007

Great town centrally located in the Inland Empire. 1 hour away from Palm Springs, 1 hour from Big Bear Mountains, 1 hour from Southern Ca beaches and 1 hour from Downtown Los Angeles.

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Inland Empire - 4/16/2007

Redlands people think they are a cut above the local riff raff & by standards of the county (San Bernardino) they are. Great schools, libraries, a university, diversity in restaurants, lots of renovated Victorian homes, a free outdoor concert at a greek theater that has professional performers every summer, new shopping centers, a cineplex etc.The town is growing like every other metropolitan area, so what was once a sleepy university town is caving into urban sprawl, but probably not to the degree of many other comparable S. Calif towns. If you don't have to commute or ever get on a S Calif freeway, it is great to live here. But don't forget the summers are long and hot in the inland Calif valleys (even in northern Calif) & the smog east of L.A. which is where Redlands is located is bad like it is everywhere in S. Calif except the beach.

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