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San Diego Apartments
With its temperate climate, picturesque location along Southern California’s coast, and a seamless blend of laid-back living and sophisticated style, San Diego is consistently one of the most popular relocation destinations in the United States. Often it only takes one vacation to this area for prospective residents to make the move. And while the cost of living may be on the high side, it is often well worth the price for those who relocate to this seaside community.
Beaches, Mountains, and Lakes, Oh My!
San Diego, located in coastal southern California, is the second largest city in the state. With historical landmarks, 70 miles of beaches, mountains, and lakes all around, residents can enjoy an active lifestyle in this beautiful city.
Moving to an apartment in San Diego can be challenging for those who are new to the area. Not surprisingly, apartment vacancies are extremely low and finding a neighborhood - and ultimately an apartment - that you both love and can afford AND is available can be tricky. Luckily, however, the Internet has opened up a whole new world for apartment hunters as they can easily research the neighborhoods in the San Diego area so as to narrow their search and focus their efforts on finding the apartment that will meet their lifestyle and budgetary needs.
San Diego Fun Facts
- The San Diego Zoo, considered one of the best zoos in U.S., is home to some of the rarest animals in the world, including giant pandas and koalas.
- The San Diego Sea to Sea Trail starts at 228 feet below sea level, is 4,800 feet above sea level at its tallest point, and finishes at sea level.
- More than half of America’s golf clubs are made in San Diego.
- All 22 of San Diego’s lakes are man-made.
- SeaWorld San Diego is home to 300 birds (five different species!) of cold-weather penguins.
- San Diego is nicknamed ‘America’s Finest City’
Top 10 Things To Do America’s Finest City
- Top of the Hyatt
- La Jolla Playhouse
- Confidential
- Airport Lounge
- San Diego Opera
- The Ivy Hotel
- Stingaree
- Side Bar
- The Bitter End
- Old Globe Theatre
Hillcrest Apartment Communities
One of the most up and coming communities in San Diego, Hillcrest offers proximity to the downtown area and a small-town neighborhood vibe. In Hillcrest, residents will find that upscale boutiques and mom-and-pop owned businesses stand side by side, as do trendy bars and neighborhood restaurants. Apartment hunters in Hillcrest will find everything from lofts and studios with enormous character to duplex apartments with multiple bedrooms.
Downtown San Diego Apartments
While the downtown area of San Diego is largely commercial, there are quite a few districts – such as the Marina district, and Columbia – that offer high-rise apartment complexes for residents who want to stay in the hub of the city. These multi-bedroom apartment complexes are generally on the newer side with upscale amenities.
Ocean Beach Apartment Living
For quintessential beach living, San Diego residents often choose Ocean Beach – a seaside community that offers the best of all worlds; small, independently opened shops and restaurants, small town Main Street living right on the water, and close proximity to downtown. Moving to an apartment in Ocean Beach could mean a studio overlooking the water or a charming garden apartment in a private home – the options are just as varied as they are interesting.
San Diego Neighborhoods and Apartment Guides
San Diego is such a large metropolitan area that you can choose an apartment near the ocean, the mountains, or right in town. Some areas offer exceptional schools, while others are better suited for people concerned with the environment or students attending one of several universities in or near the city.
Alpine Apartments - a small, friendly town and country atmosphere and is about 45 minutes east of downtown.
Bonita Apartments - about 15 minutes southeast of downtown. Residents of this community take advantage of a walking trail that surrounds the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course, and many people own their own horses and are seen on equestrian trails.
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Apartments - a beach community 20 minutes north of downtown San Diego. The water, restaurants, shops, and lagoon are all within easy walking distance of each other.
Carlsbad Apartments - an environmentally conscious city that has taken measures to protect wildlife and land, is 25 minutes north of downtown. It’s known for a high quality of life, with good schools and beautiful views of the ocean.
Chula Vista Apartments - named Spanish for “beautiful view” – a fitting name for this city, located 15 minutes south of downtown San Diego.
Clairemont Apartments - a middle-class (and very populated) suburb 10 minutes north of San Diego.
College Area Apartments - 10 minutes east of downtown, is home to apartments located near San Diego State University. You’ll find new stores, restaurants, and canyons here.
Coronado Apartments - five minutes west of downtown and features boutiques, cafes, hotels, resorts, and spas.
Downtown San Diego Apartments - famous for its vibrant, urban lifestyle. You’ll find a variety of restaurants, shopping, and nightlife, countless hotels and resorts, and numerous office complexes with plenty of work opportunities.
Eastlake/Otay Ranch Eastlake Apartments - about 20 minutes southeast of downtown. The quiet planned community is close to schools, shopping centers, restaurants, and business centers.
El Cajon Apartments - 20 minutes from downtown. The community offers affordable living in a quiet community minutes from SDSU and shopping.
Encinitas Apartments - 25 minutes north of downtown, near the Quail Botanical Gardens and Seaside Bazaar. This area is very popular with families.
Escondido Apartments - 35 minutes northeast of downtown, at the foot of the mountains. This area boasts beautiful panoramic views of the mountains and has easy access to business parks off the I-15.
Fallbrook Apartments - nestled in the foothills, about 35 minutes north of downtown. Residents enjoy hiking, running, horse trails, and wineries. It’s also close to Camp Pendleton.
Imperial Beach/South Bay Imperial Beach Apartments - a coastal community with retro ‘50s style. About 25 minutes south of downtown San Diego, residents enjoy the 32nd St. Naval Station’s Annual International Sand Castle Competition and National Wildlife Refuge.
La Jolla/UTC La Jolla/UTC Apartments - a seaside resort community 15 minutes north of downtown. Sandy beaches, rocky shorelines, and public parks combine to make this area breathtakingly beautiful.
La Mesa Apartments - a quiet, hillside community about 15 minutes east of downtown San Diego. Close to SDSU, this small town village has several antique stores and cafes for residents to enjoy.
Lakeside Apartments - famous for the smell of country, and hosts the annual Lakeside Rodeo. This family-oriented community is about 30 minutes east of downtown San Diego.
Mission Valley Apartments - San Diego’s hub for shopping and entertainment. Just five minutes from downtown, Mission Valley is near SDSU and USD, several malls, a golf course, and Qualcomm Stadium.
North Park/Hillcrest North Park/Hillcrest Apartments - a very diverse community that has many restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and night clubs. Residents enjoy living near the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Oceanside Apartments - just south of Camp Pendleton, the busiest military base in the United States, and about 30 minutes north of downtown San Diego. Local attractions include Oceanside Pier and the California Surf Museum.
Pacific Beach Apartments - this city has traditionally been home to surfers and college students, but an increase in the cost of living has brought professionals to the area. “PB” has miles of shoreline and is known for its nightlife.
Point Loma Apartments - a hilly peninsula bordered on two sides by the ocean. Point Luma is home to several sport fishing companies, restaurants, world famous private college campus, and shops.
Poway-Penasquitos Apartments - this city is where you’ll find the Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, Lake Poway, and a number of hiking and horse riding trails. Poway High School is known for its academic excellence in this community 30 minutes northeast of downtown San Diego.
Ramona Apartments - set within the mountains about an hour northeast of San Diego. This quiet, secluded community is close to all the conveniences of the big city.
Rancho Bernardo/Carmel Mountain Ranch Apartments - 20 miles north/northeast of San Diego. Children who live in this area can attend Poway schools, which are recognized for academic excellence.
San Marcos Apartments - best known as the home of California State University. You’ll find some of the best restaurants in North County (in a variety of cuisines) and several golf courses here, just 30 minutes from San Diego.
Santee Apartments - home to a popular rock climbing area, Santee Lakes (which includes seven public lakes), and Mission Trails Regional Park. This city is 30 minutes east of San Diego.
Spring Valley Apartments - this city is known as the largest unincorporated community in San Diego County. Just 15 minutes southeast of San Diego, Spring Valley is close to military bases, shopping, and schools.
Tierrasanta Apartments - home to top-performing schools, walking paths through canyons, and rolling hills. Popular with military families, this area is close to shopping, dining, and parks.
Vista Apartments - has been named one of the best places in the U.S. to raise a family because of the city’s climate, schools, job opportunities, and cost of living. About 30 minutes from San Diego, Vista is an easy drive to the beach or wine country.
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