Hidden Valley
Suburban Neighborhood in La Jolla, California
San Diego County 92037
Caminito Avola offers condos over the coast
Torrey Pines Road, the neighborhood's main access, winds from La Jolla Bay into Hidden Valley's hilly enclaves. Homes nestle in private pockets along Hidden Valley Road, shielded by hedges and topiary. Architectural standouts include 1960s Modern minimalist homes and sprawling Contemporary hillside estates with ocean views. Caminito Avola, a winding road that hugs the hills, is lined with condos and townhomes offering dramatic coastline views. In this upscale oceanside community, single-family homes range from $3 million to $7 million, with mansions reaching upwards of $12 million. Condos and townhomes fetch between $2 million and $4 million.
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Snorkel near the seals at La Jolla Underwater Park
Residents are likely to see the cross from the Mount Soledad Memorial Park when coming and going. The park is one of the most popular attractions in San Diego, featuring winding walking trails and panoramic ocean and city views. Its towering cross has memorialized American veterans since 1954. For a day at the beach, miles of pristine coastline are set just downhill at La Jolla Shores and La Jolla Underwater Park, where sea lions and seals are year-round residents. Ocean lovers head to La Jolla’s Underwater Park for snorkeling, kayaking and exploring the Ecological Reserve. Membership at the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, set 2 miles away just off of Paseo Dorado, includes private beach access for kayaking, tennis courts and a scenic nine-hole course.
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La Jolla Schools earn A’s across the board
Public school students have the option of attending San Diego Unified District schools. They can start out at Torrey Pines Elementary, continue to Muirlands Middle and finish up at La Jolla High; all three schools earn an A from Niche, along with their district. La Jolla High is recognized as a California Distinguished School by the California State Board of Education. For college, University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is two miles away, standing out as one of the top research schools in the world.
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BlueLine stops on Torrey Pines
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla sits about 5 miles away, while Interstate 5 sits to the far east past the Mount Soledad Memorial Park. Commuters can hop on the 5 and get to Downtown San Diego or the San Diego International Airport in about 10 miles. The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) bus and the Blue Line Trolley operate in the area, with the closest bus stop on Torrey Pines Road leading to Downtown and Old Town.Waterfront restaurants and boutiques
While Hidden Valley is entirely residential, the shopping and dining that La Jolla Shores offers is less than a mile away. La Jolla Shores main Avenida de la Playa corridor is a walkable, palm-lined street brimming with restaurants. The Italian trattoria Piatti serves up stone-hearth pizzas, while across the street, the cozy café Brick & Bell bakes offers fresh pastries and oatmilk lattes. For a truly unique fine-dining experience, Quesadas shares that the The Marine Room on Spindrift Drive is the place to go. “The waves actually splash against the dining room windows,” Quesadas shares. “It doesn’t get much more waterfront than that. It’s a great place for a date night.” Residents can travel 2 miles down Torrey Pines Road toward the beach for the open-air La Plaza La Jolla shopping center, featuring shops like Bouluci Boutique for womenswear and European-style Elixir Espresso & Wine Bar. For a more low-key experience, La Jolla Village Square is 3 miles away, anchored by Trader Joes, Ralphs and Marshalls.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Todd Armstrong
Todd Armstrong
Compass
(858) 397-9995
90 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$4,350,000 Price
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Klemens Ruoss
Klemens Ruoss
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeService
(858) 630-6758
59 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$5,375,000 Price
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Tatiana Novick
Tatiana Novick
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(858) 750-1516
24 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$2,350,000 Price
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Joshua Altman
Joshua Altman
Responds QuicklyDouglas Elliman of California, Inc.
(424) 414-6245
502 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$1,750,000 Price
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Ronit Mukherjii
Ronit Mukherjii
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Realty West
(858) 295-7531
10 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$2,675,700 Price
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Jeremiah Walker
Jeremiah Walker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(858) 220-7536
8 Total Sales
1 in Hidden Valley
$3,425,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Marcy Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Kellogg Park
- Beach
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
La Jolla Underwater Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Beach
Cliffridge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hidden Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hidden Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hidden Valley, La Jolla sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Hidden Valley, La Jolla over the last 12 months is $3,111,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$3,785,000
Median Sale Price
$3,111,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,841,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
340
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
7.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,187
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
957
Median Age
56
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
36.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$246,988
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$234,226
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
73.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
10
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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