Buy a Home in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire includes popular cities like Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Riverside, and San Bernardino. Buyers are often drawn here for more space, newer homes, and price points that stretch further than many coastal markets.
Key Inland Empire Cities for Buyers
- Temecula: Wine country living with master-planned communities and strong schools.
- Murrieta: Family-friendly, newer construction, commuter-friendly.
- Menifee: Newer subdivisions, 55+ options, and more affordable price points.
- Riverside & San Bernardino: Established neighborhoods, urban amenities, and diverse housing types.
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Home Prices & Affordability in the Inland Empire
Many buyers who are priced out of coastal areas find that their budget goes farther in the Inland Empire. You may be able to purchase a larger home, newer construction, or a home with more land while keeping a similar payment.
Start with our How Much Home Can I Afford? page, then compare options in Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Riverside, and other Inland Empire cities.
Loan Programs That Work Well in the Inland Empire
- FHA and Conventional: Common for first-time and repeat buyers.
- VA loans with Valor Home Advantage: A strong option for active-duty, veteran, and surviving spouse buyers. See the VA & Military Homebuyers page.
- Inland Empire down payment assistance: Programs may be available by city, county, or statewide.
- Self-employed financing: Bank statement and alternative-income programs for business owners.
What It’s Like to Live in the Inland Empire
- More new construction and master-planned communities
- Variety of HOA and non-HOA neighborhoods
- Commuter routes to San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles
- Access to parks, wineries, shopping, and regional employers
Buyer Resources for Inland Empire Buyers