Communities

Within the city of San Diego, there are over 100 recognized neighborhoods which give prospective buyers plenty to choose from when they are looking for a place to call home. The neighborhood perimeters emerged naturally based on various geographical boundaries such as canyons, hills, bodies of water, and streets — all of which are easily distinguishable by residents. Today, the most established neighborhoods of San Diego include Downtown, Balboa Park, Hillcrest, North Pa...

La Jolla is a beautiful seaside community that extends seven miles along the coast. Being known for its stunning views, abundant beaches, shopping district, culinary options, and hiking, La Jolla has everything you can ask for. Fittingly, La Jolla is one of the top beach destinations the country, but this picturesque zip code comes with a high price tag where the average cost of a home is around the mid two million dollar range. Known as San Diego’s “Jewel by the Sea” L...

Pacific Beach is a neighborhood in between La Jolla and Mission Beach and is popular for its active beaches and nightlife attractions. Known as “PB” by the locals, Pacific Beach has a rich culture and is populated by a younger crowd, many of which are college students. In addition to the beach itself, Pacific Peach also has several other outdoor spaces open to the public including Kate Sessions Park, Fanuel Street Park, and the Pacific Beach Recreation Center. The home...

Mission Beach is a classic beach town and is one of San Diego’s most active communities. Famous for its two-mile beachfront boardwalk and historic amusement park, Mission Beach is a coastal neighborhood between downtown San Diego and Pacific Beach. Many of the residents there are young adults, and the town tends to draw in people who participate in watersports and a nightlife crowd on the weekends. Mission Beach is built on a sandbar near the bay and next to the ocean and h...

Del Mar, California is one of the best places to live if you enjoy the beach and upscale living. Translating from Spanish to “of the sea”, Del Mar is a true coastal city and sits along the Pacific Ocean in north county San Diego. The homes in Del Mar range from large estates on the water to modest suburban homes to condos and townhomes. No matter which part of Del Mar you live, you won’t be more than a few minutes from the beach. The most popular outdoor spots among loc...

Carmel Valley is an upscale, planned community in northwest San Diego. It sits next to the neighborhoods of Del Mar, Rancho Peñasquitos, and Torrey Hills. This highly desirable suburban community is comprised of retail, medical facilities, commercial buildings, dining, and plenty of residential housing. In Carmel Valley, you are close to everything you need. This community is an especially great place for families with children to call home because of its top-rated school di...

Rancho Santa Fe is a primarily residential area with large gated communities and stunning, sizeable properties featuring resort-style living. It’s an affluent community with a few high-profile residents and is an extremely well-kept neighborhood. Most of the houses are behind a gated entrance with a full-time security guard who manages the incoming guests which makes it a safe place to live. The median price of homes in Rancho Santa Fe is around three million dollars, and o...

Encinitas, California is a coastal city north of San Diego and is best known for its surfing and beach culture. Stretching along six miles of the Pacific coast, Encinitas is brimming with unique coffee houses, dining options with multiple cuisine offerings, and various eclectic shops. Encinitas is made up of several small communities, each with their own unique character including Leucadia, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, New Encinitas, and Old Encinitas. The city itself is 2...

Carlsbad is a beautifully scenic city in North County San Diego and is regarded as an affluent community. Known as “The Village by the Sea,” Carlsbad is comprised of multiple small beaches on the north half while the southeastern region is more residential. The city is popular for its perfect year-round climate, spectacular views of the sea, and easy ocean access. Carlsbad also has several nature preserves and lagoons that cover over a thousand acres. These outdoor spaces...

Coronado island is an affluent resort community across from downtown San Diego and is attached to the mainland by a thin strip of land called Silver Strand. Known as “The Crown City” because of Coronado’s Spanish translation to “crowned one,” the island was incorporated in the late 1800s. Coronado is a popular tourist destination and attracts travelers from across the world to stay at the island’s landmark resort, Hotel del Coronado. Since tourism is key to the ci...

Ocean Beach, or “OB” as the locals call it, is a seaside neighborhood that is a few miles north of downtown San Diego and south of Mission Beach. OB is characterized by the laid-back lifestyle of its residents, beach front properties, and community events. It’s also a pet-friendly area where many of the residents can be found walking their dogs throughout the neighborhood or taking them to Dog Beach. Ocean Beach hosts frequent social events including a weekly farmer’s...

The Gaslamp District, also known as the “Gaslamp Quarter,” is a neighborhood in downtown San Diego that stretches 16 and half blocks through a historical district from 4th to 6th Avenue. It’s popular for its premier entertainment offerings, seasonal events, festivals, shopping, bars, and dining. The initial period of development for the Gaslamp District took place in the mid 1800s, but it has since undergone several urban renewal projects. This neighborhood can be insta...