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Bonita, CA

Bonita is a census-designated place (CDP) in southern San Diego County, California, nestled between the cities of Chula Vista, National City, and San Diego. The population was 12,538 at the 2010 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Bonita has a total area of 5.1 square miles (13 square kilometers). 5.0 square miles (13 km2) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) of it (2.71%) is water.

Bonita is located at 32°39′30″N 117°02′07″W.

While Bonita is politically designated as an unincorporated community, bounded by the incorporated cities of Chula Vista, San Diego, and National City, it is closely associated with the geography of the Lower Sweetwater Valley. Thus considered, Bonita occupies about a five-mile (8 kilometers) stretch of the Sweetwater River, its valley, and surrounding hills on either side, bounded upstream (east) by the Sweetwater Reservoir, and downstream (west) effectively by Interstate 805. The community crosses west of I-805—an area of less than 160 acres (0.65 square kilometers)—reaching as far south and west as East H Street and Hilltop Drive. Its northern boundary is State Route 54 and its southern extent reaches approximately one mile (1.6 km) south of the river.

Before the arrival of the Spanish, Kumeyaay lived in the area around Sweetwater Valley and called it Apusquel. After the establishment of Mission San Diego de Alcalá, the valley was used for cattle raising but was not significantly settled.[4] After gaining independence from the Spanish Empire, the valley became part of a land grant awarded to John (Don Juan) Forster. The word Bonita is a feminine word for "pretty" in the Spanish language. It was the name of a ranch owned by Henry Ernest Cooper, Sr. in 1884, and was used by the nearby post office. The ranch itself was used to cultivate lemons, which were first grown in the area beginning in 1871. During the early years, the lemon industry was thriving, and it became the originator of the Bonnie Brae Lemon variety, named after the first lemon ranch in the community.

Bonita emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Bonita Recreation and Community Services Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Crunch Fitness, Bonita Martial Arts Academy, and Fitness and Jazzercise. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Bonita, such as the Bonita Long Canyon Park and the Park Bonita. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Bonita, CA are Rohr Park, Bonita Museum & Cultural Center, and Sweetwater Summit Regional Park.

ZIP code: 91902. Elevation: 118′. Population: 12,470 (2020). Area code: 619. Area: 5.16 sq mi (13.35 km2).

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Is Bonita, CA a good place to live?

Living in Bonita offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bonita, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Bonita and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Bonita are highly rated.

Is Bonita, CA expensive?

The median home price in Bonita is $1,125,000 with a median price per sqft of $533. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Bonita to be 215.6% of the national average. This makes it one of the most expensive cities in the US.

What is the history of Bonita, CA?

Bonita has had a long history of ranching. In the 1700s, Spanish soldiers utilized much of this land for grazing their cattle. Later, after the gold rush in the middle of the 17th century, many Chinese immigrants began using the land for vegetable farms, dairies, and orchards.

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Wikipedia

San Diego County

Bonita Recreation and Community Services Department

Crunch Fitness

Bonita Martial Arts Academy and Fitness 

Jazzercise

Bonita Long Canyon Park

Park Bonita

Rohr Park

Bonita Museum & Cultural Center

Sweetwater Summit Regional Park

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