College Area Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

College Area Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

Located in the mid-city region of San Diego, College Area is comprised of a network of neighborhoods that surround the San Diego State University campus. College Area is one of the most diverse communities in all of San Diego and is currently home to approximately 21,000 residents. The city has embraced the college-town atmosphere and works with the university to ensure harmony between area residents and the student population. This harmony has resulted in many beautification projects for both the school and its surrounding neighborhoods. Today, College Area is undergoing a renaissance of sorts in new construction, new community services and new community pride. Land value has increased and the housing market has risen significantly, making this a very attractive community in which to reside. Real estate options consist of condominiums, townhouses, and single-family homes. Proximity to SDSU in addition to downtown San Diego and the region’s many beach cities that dot the coastline put locals near the pulse of the action. Recreational and cultural amenities abound as do social and economic opportunities in the form of nightlife, sporting events, education and employment. College Area is just south of I-8 and east of I-15, which makes commuting in and out of the area easy. The Mexico border is about 30 miles south and the downtown area is a short drive east. The San Diego Trolley and the OC Metro are two dynamic public transportation lines that both serve area residents and further simplify travel throughout Metro San Diego.