What $500,000 buys right now in three San Bernardino County communities

Here’s a look at what roughly $500,000 buys right now in the cities of Ontario and Chino and the town of Yucca Valley in San Bernardino County.

ONTARIO: This brick-clad cottage expands to a trellis-topped patio with a pool, spa and outdoor shower.

Address: 722 W. Berkeley Court, Ontario, 91762

Listed for: $489,800 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,599 square feet (7,524-square-foot lot)

Features: Front yard with flag pole; floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace; galley-style kitchen; brick-paver grill area

About the area: In the 91762 ZIP Code, based on 18 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $400,000, up 1.9% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

CHINO: High ceilings, tile and a warm gray color palette fill this remodeled home in the Crystal Lane community.

Address: 7034 Swiss St., Chino, 91710

Listed for: $499,999 for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,456 square feet (3,040-square-foot lot)

Features: Custom-tile fireplace; kitchen with quartz countertops; fenced back patio; community pool and clubhouse

About the area: In the 91710 ZIP Code, based on 37 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $475,000, down 0.5% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

YUCCA VALLEY: Eye-catching spaces in this custom estate include a dramatic great room with a wet bar, a wood-paneled dining room and a glass-filled sunroom with a spa.

Address: 6171 Del Rio Way, Yucca Valley, 92284

Listed for: $499,000 for two bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 3,254 square feet (30,492-square-foot lot)

Features: Solar panels; sweeping staircase; beamed ceilings; desert and mountain views

About the area: In the 92284 ZIP Code, based on 47 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $196,000, up 13.6% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

ONTARIO: This price-reduced home in College Park could use some updating, but the interior offers highlights such as original hardwood floors and a dining room with custom millwork and paneled walls.

Address: 1253 N. College Way, Ontario, 91764

Listed for: $499,000 for four bedrooms, three bathrooms in 2,573 square feet (9,100-square-foot lot)

Features: Living room with white-mantel fireplace; eat-in kitchen; family room with skylight; one-car garage and carport

About the area: In the 91764 ZIP Code, based on 21 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $400,000, up 3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

CHINO: Built five years ago, this two-story townhouse features a kitchen with dark cabinetry, island seating and stainless steel appliances.

Address: 6095 Grace St., Chino, 91710

Listed for: $499,000 for four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 2,103 square feet (1,255-square-foot lot)

Features: Dark hardwood floors; bright living spaces; great room; spacious master suite

About the area: In the 91710 ZIP Code, based on 37 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $475,000, down 0.5% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

YUCCA VALLEY: Panoramic desert views surround this remodeled estate complete with a one-bedroom guesthouse.

Address: 57374 Buena Suerte Road, Yucca Valley, 92284

Listed for: $499,000 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 3,066 square feet (30,492-square-foot lot)

Features: Stone fireplace; enclosed balcony; block-wall fencing; electric gate

About the area: In the 92284 ZIP Code, based on 47 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $196,000, up 13.6% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

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