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Loma Portal

Loma Portal

Suburban Neighborhood in San Diego, California

San Diego County 92106, 92110

$1,713,466 Average Value
$955 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A coastal suburb next to Liberty Station

To live in Loma Portal is to enjoy quick jaunts to the beach or cliffside sunsets, walk to beloved San Diego eateries and admire the neighborhood landscape of well-kept historic homes. “Ever since the 1920s it’s been a walkable community where you can knock on anyone’s door,” says Michael Panissidi, who grew up in the neighborhood. Panissidi is now a Realtor with Ghio Panissidi and Associates under Coldwell Banker West. “It’s only becoming more desirable over the decades because it’s such a friendly place that’s so close to everything.” A major attraction to the neighborhood is its proximity to Liberty Station, which sits just across Rosecrans Street. The former naval training center is now an arts, entertainment and dining hub for San Diego in a beautified, waterfront setting.

An elevated view of Loma Portal shows its proximity to Liberty Station.
An elevated view of Loma Portal shows its proximity to Liberty Station.
A look at the entrance to Liberty Station near Loma Portal.
A look at the entrance to Liberty Station near Loma Portal.
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Historic homes in a beautified setting

The gently sloped neighborhood is dotted with Monterey Cypress trees, soaring palms and other diverse flora soaking in the coastal moisture. Landscaping is varied, though consistently green – a rarity in San Diego. The architectural scene is visually interesting, with Spanish Revivals neighboring sleek contemporary builds and homes with Tudor stylings. “A lot of the homes here were built in the early 1900s, and many are historically designated,” Panissidi says. On the lowest end, two-bedroom 1930s bungalows sell just above $1 million. Three- and four-bedroom homes typically sit between $1.3 million and $1.9 million. Five-bedroom and fully renovated builds can climb above $2.5 million.

Loma Portal features historic homes with steep pitch tudor style roofs.
Loma Portal features historic homes with steep pitch tudor style roofs.
A look at a Spanish influenced ranch style home in Loma Portal.
A look at a Spanish influenced ranch style home in Loma Portal.
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Point Loma students and parents are highly engaged

Students are within walking distance of Loma Portal Elementary, which earns an A-minus from Niche. The school, first established in 1914, has an organic garden and additional resources for military families. Parents and guardians are highly involved in the Loma Portal Foundation, which organizes fundraisers and family events for the school. Kids continue on to B-minus-rated Dana Middle for fifth and sixth grades, then A-minus-rated Correia Middle for seventh and eighth. Point Loma High School also earns an A-minus.

Point Loma High School in Loma Portal has been revamped with modern architecture.
Point Loma High School in Loma Portal has been revamped with modern architecture.
Loma Portal Elementary has been serving the Loma Portal community since 1914.
Loma Portal Elementary has been serving the Loma Portal community since 1914.
Correia Middle School Is Located in Point Loma Heights.
Correia Middle School Is Located in Point Loma Heights.
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The beach, the bay and open grassy fields

Residents can easily get to scenic trails at Sunset Cliffs, surf lessons at Ocean Beach or family picnics at Mission Bay. Liberty Station is within walking distance, and has sprawling green space, a playground and waterfront walking paths. The canal is a popular spot to paddle board against a backdrop of the San Diego skyline. Within the neighborhood, Plumosa Park is a pristine patch of green known as an unofficial dog park and casual meeting place for neighbors.

Friends rollerskate at the the Liberty Station Esplanade near Loma Portal.
Friends rollerskate at the the Liberty Station Esplanade near Loma Portal.
A family gathers for a picnic in Loma Portal at Plumosa Park.
A family gathers for a picnic in Loma Portal at Plumosa Park.
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A short walk to Liberty Station

Dining and shopping at Liberty Station is a beloved San Diego activity, and Loma Portal residents are always just steps away. Liberty Public Market is ideal for meeting friends, as the indoor hall has local vendors to peruse and dining options for every palette. Con Pane almost always has a line for fresh bread, pastries and sandwiches, and Stone Brewing sets a high bar for food, craft beer and a scenic garden setting. Residents are close to Trader Joe’s, Vons and several other grocery options.

Liberty Public Market is a unique place with many different food shops near Loma Portal.
Liberty Public Market is a unique place with many different food shops near Loma Portal.
Con Pane is known for its fresh bread and delicious sandwiches near Loma Prtal.
Con Pane is known for its fresh bread and delicious sandwiches near Loma Prtal.
A look at the interior of Trader Joes in Liberty Staton.
A look at the interior of Trader Joes in Liberty Staton.
Liberty Public Market is a unique place with many different food shops near Loma Portal.
Liberty Public Market is a unique place with many different food shops near Loma Portal.
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A dose of culture at First Fridays

Liberty Station hosts art studios and galleries, museums, entertainment venues and more offering year-round cultural and hands-on creative events. Locals can get a sampling of the scene at First Fridays by viewing art installations, taking free dance classes, listening to resident musicians and more.

Located within Liberty Station is the Arts District near Loma Portal.
Located within Liberty Station is the Arts District near Loma Portal.
The Arts District near Loma Portal is a favorite stop for residents.
The Arts District near Loma Portal is a favorite stop for residents.
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Freeway access via Rosecrans

Rosecrans Street is the major throughway separating Loma Portal from Liberty Station and is lined with bus stops. The busy street leads to freeway entrances for Interstate 8 and Interstate 5.

Loma Portal offers easy access via the 8, and 5 freeways.
Loma Portal offers easy access via the 8, and 5 freeways.
Loma Portal offers many MTS bus stops along Rosecrans St.
Loma Portal offers many MTS bus stops along Rosecrans St.
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The Point Loma Pause

Residents in Loma Portal embrace the “Point Loma pause,” when the sound of a plane leaving or heading to the San Diego International Airport stop conversations in their tracks. The nickname is indicative of locals’ humor about the situation, which quickly becomes a normal, intermittent backdrop to neighborhood life.

When planes fly overhead, residents call it the Point Loma pause.
When planes fly overhead, residents call it the Point Loma pause.
A look at the planes above Loma Portal.
A look at the planes above Loma Portal.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Diego International

7 min drive

Bus

Rosecrans St & Goldsmith St

Bus

Rosecrans St & Lytton St

Bus

Rosecrans St & Zola St

Bus

Rosecrans St & Curtis St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Loma Portal US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,628,100
Median Single Family Price
$1,695,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$955
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$1,697,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,529
Median Year Built
1948
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,901
On par with the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,958
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,433
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

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    • 1,491 Sq Ft
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,207
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$119,225
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,285

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
57.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
50°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

29 / 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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