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Elevated views in San Diego
Locals enjoy hilltop living in the calm and centrally located neighborhood of San Diego's Del Cerro community. The gentle slopes and commanding cliffs offer backyard views of Cowles Mountain, Rancho Mission Canyon and other peaks in San Diego's Mission Trail Regional Park. Del Cerro means "of the hill" in Spanish, and a frequent breeze cools homes sit atop elevations; most of which were built between the 1950s and the 1970s. "Del Cerro is central to most major attractions in San Diego. The neighborhood features wonderful public schools, is in walking distance to Lake Murray and has an amazing sense of community," says Michael Willis, a Realtor and local area specialist for Del Cerro and surrounding communities. Though San Diego State University is across Interstate 8 to the south, Del Cerro remains a relatively quiet and primarily residential neighborhood.
Residential Neighborhoods lined up near the mountainous terrain.
Residential Neighborhoods
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Exploring Del Cerro's parks and natural spaces
Princess Del Cerro Park offers plenty of space to run and play. Its large playground area with multiple structures is popular with local children. Residents of the Princess Del Cerro subdivision can walk and cycle to the park. Lake Murray Community Park offers an out-and-back trail covering more than 5 miles at the eastern edge of Del Cerro. Picnic tables overlook the Murray Reservoir, frequented for boating and kayaking. Swimming isn't allowed in the water, as the San Diego Public Utilities Department uses the reservoir. The area's western side is home to Navajo Canyon, where outdoor enthusiasts explore the trails. Locals can also head to Del Cerro Park for the tennis courts and community pool.
Lake Murray's pristine blue waters are cradled by the verdant surrounding landscapes.
Princess Del Cerro Park is a beloved destination among locals.
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Established homes with a vantage point
The area has many architectural styles, from well-maintained ranches and split levels to sleek midcentury modern designs. There are also numerous Spanish influences and custom houses in the community. Buyers can expect to pay a premium for elevated views of the landscape. Condos typically sell between $500,000 and $800,000, while detached houses list between $1 million and $2 million.
Ranch Style Home
Neighborhood Views lined up with Lake Murry in the background.
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Shopping at Windmill Farms and eating at KnB
Inside Del Cerro, residents can savor a few local restaurants. "Hands down KnB Bistro is the best! Del Cerro itself doesn't have a lot of restaurants, but KnB is solid. The food and drinks are great," Willis says. The bistro is a popular lunch spot serving soups, sandwiches and salads in a cozy bar. Del's Hideout is a casual, Texas-style barbecue restaurant in the southwest corner of the neighborhood. Since 2003, Windmill Farms Community Market has been an independent neighborhood grocer, offering locals organic food and fresh produce.
Windmill Farms is the local grocery stop for residents in Del Cerro.
KnB Bistro & Bottle Shop is a favorite for alcohol in Del Cerro with a patio to enjoy sips.
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Strong schools and Choice Enrollment
Neighborhood children attend Hearst Elementary, a Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Seminar School offering modified curriculums. These students may move on to Lewis Middle and Patrick Henry High through the district's Choice Enrollment program. The public schools are all highly rated, earning A grades from Niche. San Diego State University sits just past the community, to the south.
Hearst Elementary aerial shot of all the building as well as surrounding properties.
Main building architecture of Patrick Henry High School.
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Venturing out on I-8 or MTS
Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center is found just beyond Del Cerro. The area connects to the rest of Southern San Diego by Interstate 8. Locals can access the public light rail through the Metropolitan Transit System. Del Cerro is about 10 to 15 miles from downtown and the San Diego International Airport.
Del Cerro offers MTS transportation with many bus stop locations.
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Assault with Weapon
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Del Cerro Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Del Cerro, San Diego sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Del Cerro, San Diego over the last 12 months is $1,350,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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