Winchester, Riverside County, California
An Informational Guide to Living in the Winchester, California Community
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Overview
Nestled gently against the rolling hills of southwest Riverside County, Winchester is a bucolic residential community offering quaint country cottages and estate sized executive homes at reasonable prices. Taking advantage of the perfect southern California weather and beautiful natural landscape, Winchester has created a warm and welcoming community that attracts both young families and established professionals alike. With a climate resembling the best vineyard areas of France, the community was originally settled as French Valley and there are many references to this tradition that remain today. An unincorporated community, Winchester is located in the Third Supervisorial District for Riverside County.
Demographics
Riverside County (2008): 2.1 million
Winchester (2008): 7,480
Elevation: 1,473 feet
Precipitation: 8 - 12 inches per year
Cost of Housing: Click here to search for homes in the Winchester area.
Transportation
Winchester is located along California State Highway 79 in southwest Riverside County. Major thoroughfares and access roads include Winchester Road (SR 79), Highway 74 (SR 74), Interstate 15, Murrieta Hot Springs Road and Domenigoni Parkway. The closest airport is Palm Springs International Airport, however it also easily served by both San Diego International and Ontario International Airport.
Shopping & Dining
French Valley Village Center
Northeast Corner of Winchester Road and Benton Road
www.mymurrieta.com/shop/frenchvalley/fvvc.php
Hemet Valley Mall
2200 W. Florida Avenue, Hemet
Promenade Mall
40820 Winchester Road, Temecula
www.promenadeintemecula.com
Lake Elsinore Outlet Center
17600 Collier Avenue, Lake Elsinore
www.lakeelsinoreoutlet.com
Countryside Marketplace
Southwest corner of Newport Road and I-215
Includes Super Target, Best Buy, BevMo! and other major retail big box stores
Neighborhoods
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