Pala, CA

Pala is a small town located in the San Bernardino Mountains, about an hour east of Los Angeles. The population was just over 2,000 in 2010, and it is projected to grow to just over 5,000 by 2020. Pala has seen a recent surge in real estate activity as the area has become more popular with retirees and families looking for a rural setting without the high cost of living in metropolitan areas.

The town's main street runs north-south and is lined with businesses that cater to tourists and locals alike. There are several restaurants, two grocery stores, a bank, post office, and several other small businesses. The town also has its own public library and fire station.

The majority of homes in Pala are single-family dwellings built between 1940 and 1990. There are also some duplexes and apartments available for rent or purchase. The average price for a home in Pala was $269,000 in 2016.