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Amenity-filled planned communities with privacy and convenience
Perched 3 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, La Jolla Alta is an upscale, high-elevation area comprised of planned-development communities. “La Jolla Alta is one of more than a dozen neighborhoods that comprise the greater La Jolla area, which is dubbed ‘the jewel’ because of its quaint character and spectacular weather,” says Jim Sayour, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Realty who has been selling properties in the area for over 30 years. “You can’t go wrong in any La Jolla neighborhood; they’re all so beautiful. But here in La Jolla Alta, you get unique southwest views of the ocean.”
The La Jolla Alta neighborhood offers residents beautiful hillside views.
The local courts in La Jolla Alta have tennis and pickleball.
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There are a variety of home styles in La Jolla Alta
Neighbors love the serene aura here, as well as the added security of the gated Ventana and El Dorado communities. Built in the late 80s, Ventana homes are designed with Mediterranean-style architecture and multiple floor plans. El Dorado’s townhouses from the 1970s have two to four bedrooms, offering canyon and city light views. Single-family home styles here include fully remodeled 1970s ranchers with bright stucco exteriors and multi-level Spanish-style homes. This is a neighborhood where kids play together outside, and residents can walk to the well-equipped community clubhouse for a workout or relaxing sauna. Locals can also opt to spend an afternoon at the community pool, all included in HOA dues. “In addition to the south-facing views of Coronado and the Bay, La Jolla Alta is comparatively more affordable in general than other parts of La Jolla,” says Romina Spinelli, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway, who has been selling homes in the area for six years. Here, home prices start around $1.3 million and cap at roughly $5.5 million.
Some homes have a Hampton Beach look in La Jolla Alta.
Large homes sit between the canyon and La Jolla Alta.
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Highly-rated public schools and the area's top school for STEM
Public school students attend Bird Rock Elementary School and Muirlands Middle School; both receive overall grades of A from Niche. La Jolla High earns an A-plus. The school offers several specialized pathways for students to choose from, including Biomedical, Computer Science and Tech Theater, along with a range of college credit courses. Neighbors look forward to La Jolla High’s football games in the fall; especially the matchup with The Bishop’s School, a well-regarded private school that many La Jolla Alta students attend. In 2020, The Bishop’s School was ranked the best high school for STEM in the San Diego area.
Muirlands Middle School offers plenty of extracurriculars for students to participate in.
Watch Friday night football at La Jolla High School which is home of the Vikings.
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A large, open green space perfect for picnicking or catching Seaworld's fireworks
Kate Sessions Park, situated in the nearby Pacific Beach neighborhood, attracts residents from La Jolla Alta for its nearly 80-acre expanse of green space and beautiful views of Mission Bay. The park includes a modern play area, hiking paths and a large open field. The grounds also have for a picnic with a scenic view. Locals often gather to watch fireworks displays from nearby SeaWorld.
The stunning views are a great place for picnic on the hills of La Jolla Alta.
Mt. Soledad is a great place for scenic views near La Jolla Alta.
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Quaint local shops and eateries are found along La Jolla Boulevard
La Jolla Alta is wholly residential, so locals head into La Jolla Village or Bird Rock for entertainment and dining; however, grocery shopping is close by in Pacific Beach at Von’s or Trader Joe’s. There are a handful of eateries along La Jolla Boulevard in Bird Rock, including Beaumont’s, which is popular for its brunches and fresh California cuisine. For a sweet treat, Wayfarer Bread & Pastry is right down the road. On Sundays, residents can drive less than 3 miles west to experience the La Jolla Open Aire Farmers Market at La Jolla Elementary School, where they can browse offerings from more than 100 local vendors.
The high end shops on La Jolla Blvd have lots to choose from near La Jolla Alta.
Oscars Mexican Seafood is a popluar restaurant near La Jolla Alta.
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Locals can walk around the neighborhood and take I-5 up and down the coast
La Jolla Alta’s sidewalk-lined streets make it a walkable neighborhood, but most residents travel around town by car as there are no public transit options in the neighborhood. Proximity to Interstate 5 provides easy commuting to nearby areas and beyond. A 10-mile drive south on I-5 will land locals in the heart of downtown San Diego. Top-rated schools and spacious homes with sweeping coastal views can be found in La Jolla Alta.
Lots of shops to get clothing at on La Jolla Blvd near La Jolla Alta.
The 5 Freeway is close by La Jolla Alta with access to downtown San diego.
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On average, homes in La Jolla Alta, La Jolla sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in La Jolla Alta, La Jolla over the last 12 months is $2,090,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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