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La Jolla

CoastalNorth San DiegoMedian $2.4M

What It's Like

The vibe is upscale but not uptight. You'll find Nobel Prize winners at the same coffee shop as surfers. Wealth and nature coexist in a way that feels uniquely Californian.

Pros

  • Stunning natural beauty
  • Excellent schools
  • World-class dining

Cons

  • Expensive ($2.4M+ median)
  • Summer tourist traffic
  • Limited nightlife

Quick Stats

Median Price$2.4M
Days on Market42
Active Listings78
Walk Score72
Population~42,000

Where to Eat

George's at the CoveOcean-view fine dining
El Pescador Fish MarketFreshest catch
The Taco StandCasual street tacos
HerringboneDate night

Things To Do

Kayaking at La Jolla Cove
Hiking Torrey Pines
Tide pools at Scripps
Shopping along Prospect Street
Sunset at Windansea Beach

Schools

La Jolla Elementary (9/10)

Muirlands Middle

La Jolla High

Bishop's School (private)

UCSD nearby

Commute

20 min to downtown

15 min to UTC/Sorrento Valley

Limited transit

Parking brutal in summer

Best For

Established professionals

Families

Retirees

Ocean-view lovers

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