College West Townhome for Sale

College West in San Diego is a neighborhood centered around San Diego State University, featuring a mix of single-family homes with Craftsman, midcentury, and Spanish Colonial styles dating back to the 1920s. The area includes Alvarado Estates, known for its canyon views of Mission Valley, and suburban streets that provide a quiet residential setting. While the neighborhood lacks public parks, residents often enjoy walking through the suburban streets or attending events at the university, which hosts athletic games and concerts at venues like Viejas Arena and the Cal Coast Credit Union Amphitheater. El Cajon Boulevard is a hub for dining and nightlife, offering a range of options from European-style coffee at Living Room Coffeehouse to late-night Mexican cuisine at Trujillo’s Taco Shop. The area is well-connected, with Interstate 8 providing a direct route to downtown San Diego, about 10 miles away, and the San Diego Trolley Green Line offering convenient public transit options. Despite concerns about the growth of multifamily units near the university, the neighborhood maintains a suburban feel, with most shopping and dining accessible by car. Nearby attractions include the Kensington neighborhood and Lake Murray Community Park, offering additional shopping and outdoor activities.