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Historic neighborhood with scenic views of downtown
Known for its historic architecture and panoramic views of San Diego, Grant Hill offers a vintage, suburban feel less than 2 miles from downtown. “Grant Hill has a little bit of the old feeling of San Diego, and it’s that eclectic-ness that draws people here,” says Carlos Gutierrez, a Realtor with eXp Commercial who grew up in Grant Hill. Grant Hill earns its name from Ulysses S. Grant, Jr., who purchased the hill in 1906 to build a luxury hotel in honor of his father, President Ulysses S. Grant. Although the U.S. Grant was eventually built in downtown, the eucalyptus trees and stunning views of the city that originally attracted Grant to the area still surround the Craftsman bungalows and Queen Annes that call the neighborhood home.
Many homes in Grant Hill enjoy a fabulous view of San Diego.
Grant Hill Park is known for its sweeping views of greater San Diego
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Craftsman bungalows, Queen Annes and multi-family housing
Laid out on a grid, Grant Hill’s streets are lined with mature trees, sidewalks and historic streetlamps that cast an orange glow. Most homes were built between the 1920s and ‘50s into hillsides, with cobblestone retaining walls and front yard steps. Renovated Craftsman bungalows from the early 20th century are common here and often feature colorful wooden exteriors, small front porches and lawns dotted with Meyer lemon and fig trees. “Grant Hill is a hot, hot market, and you really can’t get one of these bungalows for less than $600,000 anymore,” Gutierrez says. Prices start at $725,000 for two-bedroom bungalows with views of the bay, the Coranado Bridge and the city; the market tops out at $1.1 million for colorful 1920s bungalows with a manicured, flat lots filled with rose bushes and fruit trees. “Much of Grant Hill is historic multifamily housing, and some properties feature this beautiful Victorian architecture,” Gutierrez says. Renovated Victorian and Queen Anne homes dot the neighborhood, many of which were carved into duplexes and triplexes after being built in the early 20th century; these properties often feature bright wood paneling with fish scale accents and asymmetrical gables. Prices start at $875,000 for triplexes with detached third units and go up to $1.3 million for multifamily Queen Anne facing Grant Hill Park.
A few examples of 'painted lady' style homes surround Grant Hill Park.
Craftsman homes are abundant in Grant Hill.
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A hilltop park with panoramic views
Set on Grant Hill’s summit, the quiet and densely shaded Grant Hill Park is known for its scenic, panoramic views. “We’re talking mega-million views from this park,” Gutierrez says. “They’re truly some of the best in the city because you get to look out to the Coronado Bridge and Point Loma; they’re even better than what you get in Mission Hill because you get to see Downtown’s skyline.” Originally an undeveloped parcel of land surrounded by homes, Grant Hill Park was transformed into a public greenspace by locals in the 1940s. Now, picnickers can lounge on the park’s hilly lawns beneath eucalyptus trees, and dog-walkers can take to bench-lined paths winding around the park’s perimeter. Basketball courts also invite pickup games, and the playground’s short slides are suited for young children.
Grant Hill Park is the heart of the community and a popular place to walk dogs and relax.
The full court basketball court at Grant Hill Park is popular with locals.
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Commercial corridors with diverse local eateries
Along Market Street to the north and Imperial Avenue to the south, locally owned eateries and retailers sit among churches and masjids. At Mixed Grounds Coffee, folks can enjoy matchatas (matcha horchatas) while listening to live music or checking out photography by local artists; opened in 2020, Mix Grounds Coffee uses its cafe space to support creatives with art exhibits and by sharing musicians' mixtapes for free. Rock Steady Real Jamaican delivers a more laid-back, tropical vibe with its thatched roofs, waterfall murals and authentic jerk chicken. Small grocery stores like La Posta Market and Gabriel's Tortillas are also scattered about the neighborhood, but most residents head to Northgate Market in nearby Barrio Logan for its popular prepared meals. “Grant Hill is just so close to so many shopping options in Downtown San Diego, like Golden Hill, the Gaslamp Quarter or East Village,” Gutierrez says.
Rock Steady serves up authentic Jamaican fare in an island setting for Grant Hill residents.
Outdoor dining along Imperial avenue is common.
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Cooper Family Juneteenth Celebration
For over 50 years, the Cooper Family Juneteenth Celebration has filled Imperial Avenue with African American arts and crafts vendors, musicians and dancers. Grant Hill local Sidney Cooper, Sr., started the event to celebrate Black Independence Day and to help feed those struggling in his community. Though Cooper has since passed, the Cooper Family continues this family tradition by feeding thousands of attendees during the Juneteenth Celebration for free.
Historic San Diego Union schools
Local kids can attend Sherman Elementary, which earns a B from Niche. They can continue to B-plus-rated Roosevelt International Middle, where they can enroll in International Baccalaureate classes. Opened in 1882, the A-rated San Diego High is the oldest high school in the city, and their football team plays in the former home of the San Diego Chargers, Balboa Stadium. Go, Cavers!
The Sherman Elementary School is a public, accredited K-5 school located in Sherman Heights.
Theodore Roosevelt Middle School in San Diego.
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Highway and trolley access close at hand
“It’s tremendously easy getting around the city from Grant Hill because you’re under 2 miles from Downtown and literally surrounded by highways,” Gutierrez says. Highway 94 runs along Grant Hill’s northern edge and connects to Interstate 5 less than a mile away. Imperial Avenue and Market Street are Grant Hill’s main thoroughfares and are lined with sidewalks and MTS bus stops; cyclists can avoid the traffic on these roads with Island Avenue’s bike lanes. The Orange Line trolley is also just a block south on Commercial Street and takes 12 minutes to reach Downtown. The San Diego International Airport is 5 miles west, and Scripps Mercy Hospital is 5 miles north.
The Orange Line Trolley on Imperial Avenue whisks Grant Hill residents around San Diego.
Grant Hill's established neighborhoods are neatly laid out in city grids.
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The Grant Hill Park Historic District
In 1990, the City of San Diego designated the Grant Hill Park area a historic district. The Grant Hill Park Historic District's boundaries are L Street to the south, Market Street to the north, 25th street to the west and 27th street to the east. Homes within this area are strictly prohibited from renovating without first gaining a permit from the district's planning director and having modifications reviewed by the Historic Site Board.
Front lawns are often planted with mature and exotic trees.
Morning is a great time to take in the views at Grant Hill Park.
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Parks in this Area
Grant Hill Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Pool
Chicano Park
Playground
Golden Hill Park & Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
L street Mini Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
J St Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
9 min drive
Bus
25th St & K St
Bus
Market St & 27th St
Bus
Imperial Av & 28th St
Bus
Market St & 30th St
Bus
Imperial Av & 26th St
Bus
Market St & 26th St
Bus
25th St & Island Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Grant Hill
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grant Hill, San Diego sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Grant Hill, San Diego over the last 12 months is $771,857, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,803
Median Age
35
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,091
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,081
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
58.7%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
50°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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