Why Live in Upper Hermosa
Upper Hermosa, a hilly seaside suburb in La Jolla, overlooks the South La Jolla State Marine Reserve and is about 2 miles from beaches like Windansea. The neighborhood features a mix of two-story Spanish-style homes from the 1960s and 1980s, contemporary homes with Pacific views, and renovated Craftsman and ranch-style homes from the 1940s. Upper Hermosa is exclusively residential but is within 3 miles of popular shopping and dining areas in Bird Rock and the Village of La Jolla. Bird Rock offers local favorites like Dodo Bird Donuts, Paradisaea restaurant, and Wheat & Water, while the Village of La Jolla provides upscale shopping, dining, and art galleries. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools: Bird Rock Elementary, Muirlands Middle School, and La Jolla High. For recreation, residents enjoy Via Del Norte Park and the La Jolla Bike Path. Windansea Beach, known for its surfing and sunsets, is a mile north, and Kate Sessions Park is 3 miles away. Upper Hermosa is safer than the national average, with low crime risk areas. The neighborhood is accessible via La Jolla Boulevard, with the #30 MTS Blue Line bus stop nearby, and is 10 miles from San Diego International Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Hermosa a good place to live?
Upper Hermosa is a good place to live. Upper Hermosa is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Upper Hermosa is a suburban neighborhood. Upper Hermosa has 9 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.7 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $177,159 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 77% of residents. A majority of residents in Upper Hermosa are home owners, with 33.3% of residents renting and 66.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Upper Hermosa can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Upper Hermosa neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Upper Hermosa?
The median home price in Upper Hermosa is $550,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $110,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Upper Hermosa. The average household income in Upper Hermosa is $177K.
What are the best public schools in Upper Hermosa?
The best public schools that serve Upper Hermosa are:
What are the best private schools in Upper Hermosa?
The best private schools that serve Upper Hermosa are:
- The Evans School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- The Bishop's School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- San Diego French-American School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
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Home Trends in Upper Hermosa, CA
On average, homes in Upper Hermosa, La Jolla sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Hermosa, La Jolla over the last 12 months is $480,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%