Living On the Coast in North San Diego

San Diego has no shortage of beautiful beach communities to call home. If you would prefer to stay away from central San Diego, Coastal North San Diego County might be a better option for you. Each beach community has different traits to suit every need. Let me help you find the perfect North County coastal neighborhood for you.

Del Mar

Listed as one of the top neighborhoods to live in San Diego according to Niche.com, Del Mar is an upscale beach neighborhood with some of the best scenery around. The public schools are some of the highest ranked in the state of California. You can enjoy an abundance of parks and recreation with plenty of beaches and close proximity to Torrey Pines State Reserve and Crest Canyon Open Space Park. Del Mar is also close to lots of restaurants, shopping, and the annual San Diego County Fair. This upscale community is completely worth it if you can afford it.

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Solana Beach

Solana Beach is the perfect combination of suburban living, beach vibes and things to do. While Solana Beach has an endless supply of gorgeous housing to choose from, you can also spend your free time at the beach, or at one of their restaurants, parks or coffee shops. It's also a great place to raise a family because of the high ranked school. Whether you are a young professional, family, or retiree, all ages can enjoy Solana Beach.

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Cardiff

Also known as Cardiff-By-The-Sea, Cardiff is a beach neighborhood just south of Encinitas. Cardiff is a laid back beach community with wide open sandy beaches and beautiful cliffs. The area is popular with surfers as well as tourists. Cardiff is basically a vacation destination that you can call home. The Cardiff School District has fantastic schools where community involvement is high. If you're looking for a beach community to fall in love with or raise a family in, it's time to call Cardiff home.

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Encinitas

If you're looking for a larger suburban beach community to call home in North County San Diego, Encinitas is a great choice. Not only are there high rated schools, but you can find a decent amount of hiking trails, shopping centers, restaurants and things to do. The small beach town will give you all of the amenities of a large city within minutes of your home. Encinitas has community events year round to enjoy and some of the best surfing in San Diego. Find your dream home in Encinitas today!

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Carlsbad

San Diego's largest beach city in North San Diego County, Carlsbad has everything you might need in a city while offering you gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the surplus of hiking trails, dog parks, parks, and playground. In addition, Carlsbad is home to a large job market, making your commute short and sweet. Also, make sure to take advantage of all of the restaurants and shopping in the area! On top of there being an endless amount of things to do, you can find a nice variety of homes to choose from. Your children can also benefit from the high ranking schools in the area.

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Oceanside

Just north of Carlsbad rests Oceanside, San Diego's most northern beach neighborhood. Oceanside's real estate prices are much lower than surrounding beach neighborhoods. Of course, you can still find plenty of luxury oceanfront properties to choose form. Oceanside is home to many active members of the United States Marine Corp with Camp Pendleton within close proximity. All ages and family types can flourish in Oceanside. Enjoy beautiful beaches, restaurants, coffee shops, local fishing, and plenty of shopping year round.

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