Loma Alta
Homes upon the hill
Cul-de-sacs throughout Loma Alta are lined with palm trees. “It’s one of the more desirable areas,” says Jonny Kohl, Realtor at Compass and has lived in North County Coastal San Diego area for many years. “It’s on a hill. At the bottom of the hill is Oceanside Boulevard, a busy street. The homes right on the boulevard have road noise, but as you go up the hill, there’s no traffic or noise.” Some single-family homes date back to the 1920s, but many were built between the ‘50s and ‘60s. Houses tend to have Mediterranean-style influences, whether they are New Traditionals or classic ranch-styles with enclosed garages. Many have spacious lots with plenty of yard space. Prices range from $570,000 to $1.5 million. Apartments for rent are also available.Oceanside Unified School District
Public schools are located toward the southern end of the neighborhood. Students may attend Mission Elementary, rated C-plus on Niche, Lincoln Middle, rated B and Oceanside High School, rated B. The high school offers various Career and Technical Education courses, ranging from kinesiology to design to law enforcement.From surfing to golfing
One of the biggest advantages of living in Loma Alta is that it’s just 3 miles away from Oceanside Beach. “Surfing is very big near Oceanside Pier and the harbor,” Kohl says. In fact, Oceanside is home to the California Surf Museum. “In the winter, you can surf, see snow by midday – Big Bear is a 2-hour drive – and still be back for the sunset,” Webster says. But for recreation within the neighborhood itself, Buddy Todd Park offers picnic-friendly green spaces as well as basketball and volleyball courts. Plus, “There’s a golf course where you’re allowed to bring your dog,” Kohl says; this is Goat Hill Park, a public 18-hole golf course that’s been a community staple since 1952.Shopping, nightlife and going out to eat
Some homes are within walking and biking distance to the shopping and dining options along Oceanside Boulevard and Mission Avenue. 1910 Tap House offers casual pub fare and Frida’s Taqueria serves up hearty burritos. Frazier Farms supplies the area with groceries and deli options. There are also several shopping plazas, with shops ranging from thrift stores to international markets. Downtown Oceanside is home to Dija Mara, a popular place for Balinese food, and The Rooftop Bar, the local nightlife spot.Getting around by car, light rail or bus
Loma Alta is conveniently located near Interstate 5 and Highway 76, which can get congested during the morning rush hour. For a commuting alternative, there are two light rail stations near the southern edge of Loma Alta – El Camino Real Station and Crouch Street Station. The rail line extends to the Oceanside Transit Center and southwest to Escondido. Additionally, North County Transit District bus stops throughout the neighborhood take passengers across North San Diego County. The Tri-City Medical Center is about 5 miles southeast. San Diego International Airport is about 39 miles south down Interstate 5.Coming soon to Loma Alta
Loma Alta has big plans for future developments. “Resorts in the community are vying for space to build. A large soccer stadium is getting built here, a basketball team is moving here, and a concert arena,” Webster says. Plus, “A wave pool is coming in 2026,” Kohl adds.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kevin Ehm
Kevin Ehm
i2i Real Estate and Mortgage
(858) 293-4994
64 Total Sales
1 in Loma Alta
$785,000 Price
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John Vogel
John Vogel
John Vogel Real Estate
(760) 280-5279
10 Total Sales
1 in Loma Alta
$1,123,888 Price
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Robert Paez
Robert Paez
PAEZ REALTY COMPANY
(909) 347-5160
117 Total Sales
14 in Loma Alta
$215K - $425K Price Range
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Jim Fishinger
Jim Fishinger
Excel Preferred Realty
(760) 304-1773
45 Total Sales
4 in Loma Alta
$647K - $835K Price Range
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Jonny Kohl
Jonny Kohl
Responds QuicklyCompass
(424) 499-1534
41 Total Sales
1 in Loma Alta
$1,150,000 Price
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Anthony Reanue
Anthony Reanue
LPT Realty,Inc
(619) 745-6653
83 Total Sales
1 in Loma Alta
$750,000 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
Capistrano Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Marshall Street Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Playground
Buddy Todd Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Volleyball
Joseph Carrasco Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Buccaneer Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Joseph Balderrama Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
49 min drive
Subway
Crouch Street
Bus
Mission Av & 3671 (Paul's Place)
Bus
Mission Av & 1863
Bus
Mesa Dr & Sea Ridge Rd
Bus
Oceanside Bl & Camelot Dr
Bus
Division St & Brooks St
Bus
Oceanside Blvd & State Tree Dr
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Loma Alta | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Loma Alta Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Loma Alta, Oceanside sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Loma Alta, Oceanside over the last 12 months is $439,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$439,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$467,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$200,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$460,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$634
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,464
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,554
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,078
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
905
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
567
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
836
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,925 - $3,100 per month
- Creekwood Villas
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 3020 Oceanside Blvd
- Oceanside, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,633
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,285
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,765
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 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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