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Mira Mesa

Mira Mesa

Neighborhood in San Diego, California

San Diego County 92121, 92126, 92129

$1,002,694 Average Value
$698 Average Price per Sq Ft
70 Homes For Sale

Sprawling suburb in northern San Diego

Mira Mesa is San Diego’s largest suburb, known for its community festivals and family-friendly environment. The neighborhood attracts buyers looking for top-rated schools, diverse parkland and close-knit community. Though many residents commute to work beyond the neighborhood, they can come home to comprehensive shopping and some of the most beloved restaurants in San Diego.
An elevated view looking east in Mira Mesa.
An elevated view looking east in Mira Mesa.
Mira Mesa is a favorite place to live with its abundance of food options and parks.
Mira Mesa is a favorite place to live with its abundance of food options and parks.
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Cul-de-sacs of Mediterranean homes

Mira Mesa is densely populated with cul-de-sacs of single-family homes built in the 1970s. Homes share similar architectural motifs, especially Mediterranean stuccoed walls or terra cotta roofs. Some homes have backyard pools. Prices range from $800,000 for two-bedroom builds to $1.5 million for remodeled, five-bedroom homes. Most are not part of an HOA.

Condos are available at many different entry points. One-bedroom units start around $420,000, and two-bedrooms typically sell under $700,000. New construction is the exception, which can fetch up to $1 million.
Many Mira Mesa homes feature stucco walls and Spanish tiled roofs.
Many Mira Mesa homes feature stucco walls and Spanish tiled roofs.
A look at ranch style homes in Mira Mesa.
A look at ranch style homes in Mira Mesa.
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Little league games and canyon hikes

The area is filled with neighborhood parks with playgrounds and green space for family picnics. Mira Mesa Park is a central meeting space for events and children’s sports leagues run by the community center. For a more immersive brush with nature, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve runs across the northern border of the neighborhood. Locals can hike along a year-round stream and quickly feel removed from the manicured landscapes of the suburbs.
Mira Mesa Park is home to little league games.
Mira Mesa Park is home to little league games.
Los Rancho Penasquitos Canyon offers scenic waterfalls and an old ranch house near Mira Mesa.
Los Rancho Penasquitos Canyon offers scenic waterfalls and an old ranch house near Mira Mesa.
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Highly rated San Diego Unified schools

Mira Mesa is home to 10 public schools within the San Diego Unified School District. Schools are generally within walking distance of many homes. Children can start at Sandburg Elementary, one of seven elementary schools in the neighborhood, then continue on to Challenger Middle. Both schools earn an A from Niche. At Mira Mesa High School, nearly 90% of graduates pursue postsecondary education. The school also has an A. After graduation, students can stay close to home and take community college courses at Miramar College within the neighborhood.
Sandburg Elementary School located in Mira Mesa offers outstanding academics to its students.
Sandburg Elementary School located in Mira Mesa offers outstanding academics to its students.
A street view of Challenger Middle School in Mira Mesa.
A street view of Challenger Middle School in Mira Mesa.
Mira Mesa High School is a very large campus located in the heart of Mira Mesa.
Mira Mesa High School is a very large campus located in the heart of Mira Mesa.
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Cultural Festivals take over Mira Mesa Park

The San Diego T?t Festival is a Lunar New Year tradition attracting more than 30,000 people to Mira Mesa Park. The three-day event features cultural performances, food and a crowing of the year’s Miss Vietnam. The Mira Mesa Street Fair on Camino Ruiz is another fun-filled community draw.

In 2024, Mira Mesa will see the return of another long-running celebration, the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. “The event was created in 2010 due to there not being any other major event taking place for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in San Diego County,” says Dennis-Michael Broussard, who founded the festival. In his first years of hosting the event, he found that location meant everything. “We moved the event from Liberty Station to be in a space that was closer to a higher density of people of Asian descent, primarily Filipino and Vietnamese.”

Commuting to San Diego on I-15

Mira Mesa Boulevard runs through the neighborhood, connecting to Interstate 15, which leads downtown. Residents can take Sorrento Valley Boulevard toward La Jolla or branch off up to Del Mar. Commuters will need to plan for rush hour traffic. This is a car-centric community, though residents can get around locally with bus stops along Mira Mesa Boulevard and Camino Ruiz.
Mira Mesa offers MTS transportation with many bus stops.
Mira Mesa offers MTS transportation with many bus stops.
Commuters will have access to Mira Mesa via the 15 freeway and the 5 freeway.
Commuters will have access to Mira Mesa via the 15 freeway and the 5 freeway.
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Pan-Asian cuisine along Mira Mesa Boulevard

Mira Mesa has cuisine spanning the globe, though it’s well known for its diverse array of Asian restaurants. Pho Cow Cali is a family-owned staple with some of the most beloved Vietnamese food in San Diego. Little Sakana All You Can Eat Sushi and R & B Filipino Cuisine are just a couple other hotspots.

Several shopping centers serve residents here, including the central Village at Mira Mesa. The complex has a Sprouts, a Vons and there’s a Target across the street. For specialty groceries, residents can head to H Mart or Seafood City Supermarket.

The neighborhood is filled with family-friendly activities, including Mira Mesa Lanes, San Diego Ice Arena and a Regal Cinema.
Pho lovers will visit Pho Cow Cali for some of the best pho in Mira Mesa.
Pho lovers will visit Pho Cow Cali for some of the best pho in Mira Mesa.
R & B Filipino Cuisine is a raved about restaurant for its amazing flavors and great prices.
R & B Filipino Cuisine is a raved about restaurant for its amazing flavors and great prices.
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The original Top Gun

The Miramar Marine Corps Air Station is just south of the neighborhood. The base hosts the nation’s largest military show, a free annual demonstration of aerial stunts and historic aircraft. Because it is an active military base, residents can expect to hear jet activity from time to time.
MCAS Miramar is located just south of Mira Mesa.
MCAS Miramar is located just south of Mira Mesa.
A look at the Marine Corpse plaque at MCAS Miramar.
A look at the Marine Corpse plaque at MCAS Miramar.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Tracee Denby

    Tracee Denby

    RE/MAX Connections

    (858) 348-5234

    38 Total Sales

    22 in Mira Mesa

    $443K - $1.5M Price Range

    Tracee Denby
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  • Miguel Contreras

    Miguel Contreras

    Reign West Collective

    (858) 630-6670

    72 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Mesa

    $400,000 Price

    Miguel Contreras
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  • Sam Riazati

    Sam Riazati

    Responds Quickly

    Great Source Realty Corp.

    (858) 465-4113

    29 Total Sales

    2 in Mira Mesa

    $319K - $326K Price Range

    Sam Riazati
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  • Robert Bonham

    Robert Bonham

    Compass

    (442) 245-3669

    58 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Mesa

    $885,000 Price

    Robert Bonham
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  • Ken Schwartz

    Ken Schwartz

    Century 21 Affiliated

    (858) 519-9762

    113 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Mesa

    $1,500,826 Price

    Ken Schwartz
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  • Diana Dupre

    Diana Dupre

    DuPre Real Estate

    (858) 465-5149

    40 Total Sales

    1 in Mira Mesa

    $975,000 Price

    Diana Dupre
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Diego International

26 min drive

Bus

Zapata Av & Kelowna Rd

Bus

Mira Mesa Bl & Black Mountain Rd

Bus

Camino Santa Fe & Mira Mesa Bl

Bus

Camino Ruiz & Reagan Rd

Bus

Westview Pkwy & Mira Mesa Marketcenter

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Gold Coast Dr & Drumcliff Av

Bus

Mira Mesa Bl & Camino Santa Fe

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Mira Mesa US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Mira Mesa Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Mira Mesa, San Diego sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Mira Mesa, San Diego over the last 12 months is $975,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$989,000
Median Sale Price
$975,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,116,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,070,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$620,000
Median Studio Sale Price
$302,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
480
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$698

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
18,359
Number of Homes for Sale
70
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,591
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,624
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
959
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
633
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
470
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 22
    1 - 4pm

    10559 Lansford Ln, San Diego, CA 92126

    $1,260,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,795 Sq Ft
    • 10559 Lansford Ln
    • New 19 hours ago

    Welcome to this beautifully maintained home, perfectly positioned on one of the largest 100% usable lots in the neighborhood with only one side neighbor -offering rare privacy and abundant southern light exposure throughout. The heart of the home is a stylish kitchen featuring granite countertops, a spacious dining counter with overhead pendant lighting, stainless steel appliances including a

    Russ Petrone Petrone Properties, Inc

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  • Saturday, Jun 21
    11am - 2pm

    11096 Virgo Place, San Diego, CA 92126

    $1,495,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,138 Sq Ft
    • 11096 Virgo Place
    • New 2 days ago

    Perched on a spacious corner lot in the sought-after Mira Mesa neighborhood you will find this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom two-story home that is ready to win your heart! Upon entry you will find the living room complete with a cozy fireplace. An expansive open kitchen that blends into the family room. You will also find a laundry room and half bathroom downstairs. Need more space to spread out? Say

    Molly Paulo TXR Homes, Inc.

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  • Saturday, Jun 21
    12 - 2pm

    9504 Carroll Canyon Rd Unit 202, San Diego, CA 92126

    $523,999

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 838 Sq Ft
    • 9504 Carroll Canyon Rd
    • Unit 202
    • New 2 days ago

    Frist-Time Homebuyer Dream! Affordable, adorable & Move-In Ready Condo in Prime Mira Mesa! This charming, upgraded condo is a golden opportunity! Low HOA Fee(Water Included), Stainless Steel Appliances & Upgraded Cabinetry, Fresh Paint & Double-Pane Windows. Prime Central Mira Mesa Location - Walk to Miramar College, Parks, Schools, Groceries, Dining, and I-15. Perfect for first-time buyers,

    Guo Huang Golden Asset Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
73,032
Median Age
39
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$112,017
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,317

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
47%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

31 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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