Curtis, San Bernardino
Updated June 22, 2026 · 2,141 residents
Curtis is a quiet, suburban neighborhood in San Bernardino characterized by a blend of residential streets and green spaces. While it offers excellent air quality and high dog-friendliness, residents experience limited walkability and minimal local business activity.
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About Curtis
The Curtis neighborhood is a suburban enclave in San Bernardino that maintains a quiet atmosphere with a mix of residential housing and light industrial areas. The neighborhood features a notable amount of green space relative to its footprint, contributing to a visual appeal that sits above the city average. It is a community defined by its low-key nature and steady, suburban pace rather than high-density commercial activity or nightlife.
Potential residents should note that the area presents significant environmental safety challenges, including high risks related to flooding and fire. While the neighborhood boasts excellent air quality and better-than-average health insurance coverage, it lacks immediate access to walkable services and shopping. It is best suited for those who prioritize a quiet, pet-friendly environment and are comfortable navigating the limitations of a suburban landscape that remains in close proximity to industrial zones and historical environmental concerns.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential spacing offers a slight buffer between neighbors, though some areas feature closely packed houses near industrial zones. According to iHuus data, the level of privacy is slightly higher than the San Bernardino average.
Quiet residential streets allow for some walking, but a lack of sidewalks on certain roads and proximity to industrial zones makes the area less walkable than much of San Bernardino. According to iHuus data, large arterials and high-traffic corridors can hinder pedestrian safety throughout the neighborhood.
Uniform tract housing and industrial encroachment result in a visual landscape that is less varied than the San Bernardino average. Most lots feature modest yards with simple roof geometries and limited greenery.
Public walking options for pets are restricted by narrow sidewalks and a lack of green verges. Most available greenery is contained within private residential backyards, making this area slightly less dog friendly than the San Bernardino average according to iHuus data.
Residential pockets and single-family homes transition into large logistics warehouses and industrial zones. This landscape is slightly more urbanized than the typical San Bernardino area, according to iHuus data.
Limited local business density and a high presence of warehouses make this area significantly less lively than the San Bernardino average. Residents will find a quiet, car-oriented landscape with only a few essential services within walking distance.
Steady traffic sounds from nearby busy streets are present, though acoustic comfort is slightly higher than the San Bernardino average according to iHuus data.
Air quality remains consistently high with minimal health concerns. This level of air purity is notably better than the San Bernardino average, according to iHuus data.
Large logistics hubs and heavy warehouse traffic are prominent features of the area; some sections are located near a Superfund site with potential environmental concerns. This level of industrial activity is higher than the typical San Bernardino average, according to iHuus data.
Health insurance accessibility is slightly above the San Bernardino average, though a significant portion of the population remains uninsured according to iHuus data.
Voting patterns and census indicators show a more liberal political leaning than the San Bernardino average, according to iHuus data.
Residents live alongside a diverse range of age groups, including young adults, families, and seniors. This age distribution is largely comparable to the broader San Bernardino area, according to iHuus data.
Flood vulnerability is significantly higher here than the San Bernardino average, according to iHuus data. Residents should prepare for increased susceptibility to rising water levels during heavy rain events.
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| Dimension | Curtis | Alessandro |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 7.12 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.28 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.05 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 5.64 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 5.15 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.67 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.38 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.05 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 9.16 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 6.81 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 1.26 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 8.58 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.36 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safetyavg 0.3 | ||
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School Districts Serving Curtis
San Bernardino City Unified is a district in transition, characterized by a 'tale of two districts' where prestigious magnet programs and high-performing schools in the Highland area contrast sharply with a high volume of underperforming schools in impoverished sectors. While the district maintains financial stability through bond-funded facility upgrades and is aggressively expanding successful Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, it is heavily burdened by significant safety concerns, teacher retention issues, and core math proficiency that lags state averages. The organization's health is currently moderate, buoyed by specialized successes but weighed down by systemic operational challenges and a portfolio where nearly one-third of the schools fall in the bottom tier of state ratings.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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