Lincoln Park
Neighborhood in San Diego, California
San Diego County 92102, 92113
A mix of homes from the 20th century
Most residents rent their homes in Lincoln Park, and the neighborhood has a number of apartment complexes. Other options range from small, manufactured homes for under $300,000 inside El Rey Trailer Plaza, to three-bedroom midcentury houses listing between $500,000 to 750,000. “Lincoln Park residences are smaller than historic homes in other neighborhoods, but their stucco finishes and cozy front porches still have a lot of character. And overall, it’s just less expensive to buy in Lincoln Park than near the ocean,” Juarez says. Some of the oldest homes are south of Imperial and north of Oceanview Boulevard, where many streets lack sidewalks. Well-maintained ranch-style and new traditional homes cost upwards of $850,000, but buyers can also score condominiums for $400,000 to $450,000.A longstanding community space
At the center of the community, many picnic and play in the wide green recreational space at John F. Kennedy Neighborhood Park. Locals anticipate the first major upgrades to the park since its opening in 1971. Upcoming improvements include a new playground, fitness area and picnic shelter. Jackie Robinson Family YMCA sits right outside Lincoln Park, offering a fitness center and pool for members.Students attend neighborhood schools
Students can walk to Porter Elementary or Knox Middle, which has a C-plus and a C grade, respectively, from Niche. Lincoln High, a neighborhood focal point, receives a B-minus from Niche. Its original buildings served middle school students in the 1950s before being rebuilt between 2003 and 2007. The updated campus, designed by Lincoln alum Joseph Martinez, includes a nearly 800-seat performing arts center and a 3,700-seat football and track stadium.Events at Market Creek Plaza amphitheater
Significant to the Market Street Plaza’s character is also its outdoor amphitheater, where locals relax on the cool grassy tops of terraced concrete steps to enjoy events like Jazz at the Creek, an annual weekend of live music performances.Traveling by trolley or bus
Among the upsides to this somewhat fixer-upper community are easy access to major roadways and public transportation. “You’re so close to everything. You can take the 805 north to 94 west and be downtown in minutes,” Juarez says. San Diego Trolley line runs along the borders of Lincoln Park, and several MTS bus stops dot along Logan, Euclid and Imperial Avenues.Shopping at Market Creek Plaza
One of the gems within Lincoln Park is the thriving Market Creek Plaza, formerly the site of an abandoned factory. Painted in a palette of primary hues, this vibrant shopping center offers eateries and services from Starbucks to Wells Fargo to the Food4Less grocery store anchor. Prior to Food4Less joining the Lincoln Park neighborhood, residents had to drive up to five miles outside the neighborhood to grocery shop at larger chains. Home essentials can be found at the Family Dollar on Logan Avenue, and for those who seek vintage or budget finds, there’s the low-key Deeply Rooted Healing Center Thrift and Gift store.Pops of color in Lincoln Park
Thanks to the efforts of The Urban Collaborative Project nonprofit organization, Lincoln Park is home to The Community Gathering Place. This small, colorful space on 50th Street was established in 2017 and features a community garden adjacent to a mural of a city skyline and saxophonist splashed across the neighboring Car Care Center. The grounds showcase the remarkable “Mine’s Eye” kaleidoscope sculpture made of used bike parts. Projects like The Mile of Art murals, centered at 50th Street and Imperial Avenue, are the vision of local community leaders and artists who continue its growth as a way of celebrating diverse forms of expression.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Alice Greliak
Alice Greliak
Compass
(844) 577-5519
126 Total Sales
2 in Lincoln Park
$770K - $777K Price Range
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Jonathan Mann
Jonathan Mann
Jonathan P. Mann, Broker
(949) 373-4178
160 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$769,000 Price
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Sam Powell
Sam Powell
Regal Properties
(619) 383-2651
25 Total Sales
3 in Lincoln Park
$525K - $600K Price Range
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Ryan Branco
Ryan Branco
Valus Realty
(619) 738-6849
72 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$450,000 Price
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Dennis Rieder
Dennis Rieder
Real Broker
(858) 203-2399
130 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$615,000 Price
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Anthony Reanue
Anthony Reanue
LPT Realty,Inc
(619) 745-6653
91 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$465,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
El Toyon Park
John F Kennedy Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Willie Henderson Sports Complex
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Gompers Park
Hawk Pocket Park
Chollas Creekside Park
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
14 min drive
Subway
Euclid Avenue
Subway
47Th Street
Bus
Logan Av & Euclid Av
Bus
47th St & Ocean View Bl
Bus
Euclid Av & Euclid Health Center
Bus
Imperial Av & 47th St
Bus
Euclid Av & Trinidad Wy
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lincoln Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lincoln Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lincoln Park, San Diego sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lincoln Park, San Diego over the last 12 months is $669,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$699,000
Median Sale Price
$669,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$760,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$545
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
881
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,429
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,241
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
773
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,475 per month
- Villa Hermosa I
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700 Sq Ft
- 314 Willie James Jones Ave
- Unit 17
- San Diego, CA
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$3,600 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,500 Sq Ft
- 4965 Imperial Ave
- Unit 4-
- San Diego, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,017
Median Age
33
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,864
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,472
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
64.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
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®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51
/ 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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