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The Village

The Village

$2,630,817 Average Value
$1,440 Average Price per Sq Ft
24 Homes For Sale

Known as Downtown La Jolla

Stretching along La Jolla's northern coast, The Village of La Jolla (not to be confused with La Jolla Village) is a walkable, waterfront neighborhood nicknamed "Downtown La Jolla" for its dense layout of towering buildings, high-end shopping and entertainment options. “Residents do enjoy an upscale lifestyle here, but it's not all flash and Ferraris,” says Ross Clark, a top-selling La Jolla Realtor who handles the luxury division for Compass in San Diego. “We’re still an academically oriented community. We value art, community and education.” The neighborhood is home to a mix of students from the nearby University of California San Diego, personnel from the Scripps Research Institute, and dedicated artists who frequent the local galleries. Tourists flock here to explore some of San Diego’s most popular beaches, like Children's Pool, La Jolla Cove and Windansea Beach, where they can sunbathe, snap photos of harbor seals or take kayak tours of the Cove — but residents can enjoy these shores as well, all year-round.

Iconic La Jolla is often described as the Jewel of San Diego.
Iconic La Jolla is often described as the Jewel of San Diego.
The Village is the heart of La Jolla and one of the most desirable neighborhoods in California.
The Village is the heart of La Jolla and one of the most desirable neighborhoods in California.
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Condos overlooking the ocean

The Village’s busy, palm-lined commercial boulevards break off into quiet residential pockets throughout the neighborhood. Residents can usually be seen out walking, biking or jogging along the clean, smooth sidewalks to the nearby beaches. Single-family homes here are either 1970s midcentury modern, renovated 1930s Spanish Colonial Revival-style with terracotta-tiled roofs, or 1940s Cape Cod-style with brick siding; most have three to five bedrooms, and pricing is largely determined by proximity to the coast and square footage. Single-family homes set inland with layouts of 2,000 to 3,000 square feet tend to range from $2.5 to $4 million, while seaside homes with layouts of 3,000 to 5,000 square feet tend to range from $4.5 to $6 million. Northwest and along the coast, 21st-century luxury condos are found in complexes and high-rise buildings; two- and three-bedroom units range from $2.5 to $3 million, and four-bedroom units go for around $4 to $4.5 million.

Coastal condos are coveted with views of the pacific ocean in The Village.
Coastal condos are coveted with views of the pacific ocean in The Village.
Kayaking is popular in The Village with easy access to the pacific ocean.
Kayaking is popular in The Village with easy access to the pacific ocean.
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Historic Bishop’s School

Local kids can start school at La Jolla Elementary, then move on to Muirlands Middle School; both earn an A from Niche. La Jolla High School also serves The Village and earns an overall A-plus. The Village is home to the prestigious Bishop’s School, founded in 1909 by Ellen Browning Scripps. Clark says, “It’s so well-respected that I’ve found Village homes for residents specifically because they’re interested in attending Bishop’s.” Eighty-five percent of Bishop’s students are also athletes on its championship-winning teams.

La Jolla High School serves students in Upper Hermosa.
La Jolla High School serves students in Upper Hermosa.
Muirlands Middle School
stands proud as a beacon where local kids can learn.
Muirlands Middle School stands proud as a beacon where local kids can learn.
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Seaside parks and small beaches

Set along the shoreline of La Jolla Cove, Ellen Browning Scripps Park is an open, grassy field that’s often used as a seaside wedding venue. At Children’s Pool, residents can splash in the shallow water or snorkel near kelp beds, looking out for sea turtles. Boomer Beach is relatively hidden from public view, tucked south of La Jolla Cove, and the gloriously landscaped Wedding Bowl is found in Cuvier Park. La Jolla Community Park includes tennis courts and The La Jolla Recreation Center, where residents can join a year-round calendar of sports training, day camps, fitness classes and youth theater.

Ellen Browning Scripps, featuring La Jolla Cove, is an iconic landmark in San Diego.
Ellen Browning Scripps, featuring La Jolla Cove, is an iconic landmark in San Diego.
Artists can regularly be seen setting up throughout The Village.
Artists can regularly be seen setting up throughout The Village.
Arjang's treasures is one of dozens of art galleries found in The Village.
Arjang's treasures is one of dozens of art galleries found in The Village.
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Coffee, pampering and galleries along Prospect Street and Girard Avenue

The Village's main commercial thoroughfares, Prospect Street and Girard Avenue, are full of shopping promenades, independently owned boutiques and restaurants. The open-air La Plaza La Jolla shopping center on Girard Avenue is ideal for a self-care day, featuring One 10 Salon, Blushtan and Browboss; after a day of pampering, locals can head to the top of the plaza for an Italian meal at Catania. Also on Girard, Harry's Coffee Shop is an old-school, Brooklyn-inspired diner that’s been serving all-day breakfast and classic American dishes since 1960; today, Harry’s is a local staple known for their cozy, casual setting, fresh coffee and cinnamon rolls. Better Buzz Coffee on Prospect Street has a more modern vibe, its open-air setting decked in pink, blue and wood décor; folks head here for matcha lattes and cold brew coffee paired with avocado toast or an acai bowl.

There are more than 30 different art galleries in The Village, many set along Prospect Street in what's locally known as “Gallery Row.” Legends Gallery carries prints, sculptures and sketches created by Dr. Seuss, while LIK Fine Art showcases nature and landscape photography by Peter Lik. On First Friday Art Walks, residents can stroll through 26 different galleries to browse through the works of both new and established artists. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is also set on Prospect Street, where art enthusiasts can tour exhibits and attend programs at the beachfront.

Girard Gourmet offers up fresh pies and pastries to locals and visitors.
Girard Gourmet offers up fresh pies and pastries to locals and visitors.
Arjang's Treasures is one of dozens of art galleries in The Village.
Arjang's Treasures is one of dozens of art galleries in The Village.
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Blue line leads to Downtown San Diego

Torrey Pines Road runs north-east through the neighborhood's eastern portion, and connects 1 mile east with La Jolla Parkway, which leads 3 miles south to Interstate 5. The Village is lined with sidewalks and bike lanes, and the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) bus stops within the neighborhood. Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla is about 5 miles north, and the San Diego International Airport is about 10 miles south.

MTS busses whisk residents of The Village around greater San Diego.
MTS busses whisk residents of The Village around greater San Diego.
Murals are commonplace in The Village with a community focused on the arts.
Murals are commonplace in The Village with a community focused on the arts.
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Wildfire mitigation

According to a FEMA assessment in spring 2023, San Diego County was identified as having the second-highest wildfire risk among California counties; however, FEMA assessed La Jolla itself as a low-moderate risk area. The closest fire station to The Village is San Diego Fire Department Station 16, about 3 miles east.

Seagull in The Village Neighborhood
Seagull in The Village Neighborhood
The La Jolla Country Club hosts golfers and events north of The Village.
The La Jolla Country Club hosts golfers and events north of The Village.
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Transit

Airport

San Diego International

16 min drive

Bus

Pearl St & Fay Av

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Girard Av & Torrey Pines Rd

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Silverado St & Herschel Av

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Girard Av & Kline St

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Pearl St & Cuvier St

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Pearl St & La Jolla Bl

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Torrey Pines Rd & Exchange Pl

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime The Village US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,669
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
3.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,463
Above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,974
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,389
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
845
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
585
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
50
Median Rent
$7,450
Median Single Family Home Rent
$8,498
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$11,950
Median Townhouse Rent
$4,490
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$35,000
Median Condo Rent
$6,000
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$6,000

Demographics

Total Population
5,855
Median Age
56
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$128,456
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$154,385

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
69.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
48.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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