Phelan, CA

61 Apartments for Rent

Phelan, in San Bernardino County, California, is located in the High Desert and has served as the location for films such as Ahoy! Captain Sid and Insomniac. The evocative and rugged terrain lies a mere 90-minute drive from Hollywood. In urban speak, Phelan is a term used to describe totally awesome dudes who you can bet on to come out good in life.

Phelan has earned the moniker of "The Land of Champagne Climate" because of its warm sunny days that you can enjoy for 350 days a year and cool evenings. The air that the inhabitants of this city of 14,300 (at the time of the 2010 U.S. Census) inhale is smog-free. The city's economy has a rosy future with jobs predicted to grow at 28.46 percent over the decade. Phelan has a WalkScore of 66; you can accomplish errands on foot or use a car when time is of the essence or the distance is too much even for a fit bipedal like yourself. The Victor Valley Transit Authority runs a bus service that connects Phelan with the neighboring cities. With nearly 20% of the homes being rental properties, you can easily locate an apartment for rent in Phelan. The city's figures for personal and property crimes are below the national average.

Thinking of growing roots in Phelan?

When it comes to the all-important criterion of location, Phelan does pretty well for itself. Its location makes it ideal for those who wish to come home to awesome sunsets and ski resorts you can head to any time you want. Workplaces in San Bernardino and Palmdale are just a 30-minute ride away while Victorville can be reached in 15 minutes. The scenic getaway of Wrightwood is a mere 10 minutes by car. The educational requirements of the city are met by schools in the Snowline Joint Unified School District. Sheep Creek Road, Phelan Road, and Clovis Road are the three main roads in this town.

So if you're thinking of moving to Phelan, you need to bring all the required papers with you to show prospective landlords. This means you'll need a recent credit report, letters of reference, bank statements, rental history and copies of your ID to prove you are who you say you are. What did you expect? To just be handed the keys?

Attractive Neighborhoods

Phelan is small town so there aren't too many distinct neighborhoods here. Review the list below for the more popular areas in town.

Town Center and Sheep Creek Road: Both are suburban areas with owner-occupied residential properties constituting the bulk of the real estate landscape. Both neighborhoods feature nearly similar vacancy rates; however, property values on Sheep Creek Road have appreciated at slightly higher rates and this reflects in the rents, a useful point to keep in mind when you step out to find an apartment here.

Phelan Road: If getting the munchies at odd hours is a concern, then you may want to check out Phelan Road for a rental apt. It has a few good eating joints that will come to your rescue. Chief among these would be Arturo's Country Kitchen, which is known for its diverse menu of diner food. Biscuits and gravy are a favorite with the crowd. Mexico Lindo and Seafood Restaurant is popular for its Sunday brunch and margaritas.

Contented Living

There is no way residents of Phelan can stay inside their furnished apartments when the great outdoors beckons. Come winter, the ski slopes at Mountain High and Mount Baldy Ski Resort attract enthusiastic skiers. The area around Wrightwood offers fantastic hiking opportunities; popular trails here include the Mount Baden-Powell Trail, the Big Horn Mine, and the Mountain Oak Campground. Pomona and Glendore, both approximately a 50-minute drive from Phelan, host music fests, events, and performances all through the year. In Phelan, you can choose a lifestyle that enriches.