Why Live in Scripps Ranch
Scripps Ranch is a San Diego suburb that's highly desired for its large homes, top-notch schools and natural scenery. All this comes with proximity to North County San Diego's corporate hubs. It's known for having larger homes and spacious lots, compared to neighboring suburbs. Home styles range from midsize ranch-style and contemporary homes to Mediterranean Revival mansions. Overall, single-family home prices range from $1 million to nearly $3 million. There are also condos and townhouses ranging from the high $300,000s to around $1 million. The area is served by highly rated schools, including Jerabek Elementary, Thurgood Marshall Middle and Scripps Ranch High, one of the best in San Diego. There are tons of recreational amenities. Residents can hike on a network of community trails, or they can walk around Lake Miramar. There are tennis courts and pools throughout certain areas of the neighborhood, but it's popular to join The Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club, which hosts lots of events. There are multiple shopping centers with stores and restaurants on the west end, along with corporate business parks. Sorrento Valley is a commuter hub, just 7 miles west. Interstate 15 offers easy access to Downtown San Diego, 17 miles away, and the San Diego International Airport, 18 miles away. Despite its proximity to the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, noise pollution has been mitigated by hush houses and adjusted flight paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scripps Ranch a good place to live?
Scripps Ranch is a good place to live. Scripps Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Scripps Ranch has 11 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.8 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $177,059 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 66.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Scripps Ranch are home owners, with 25.8% of residents renting and 74.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Scripps Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Scripps Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Scripps Ranch, CA a safe neighborhood?
Scripps Ranch, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Scripps Ranch?
The median home price in Scripps Ranch is $1,424,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $284,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $293K a year to afford the median home price in Scripps Ranch. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Scripps Ranch is $177K.
What are the best public schools in Scripps Ranch?
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Home Trends in Scripps Ranch, CA
On average, homes in Scripps Ranch, San Diego sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Scripps Ranch, San Diego over the last 12 months is $1,410,447, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,410,447
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,650,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$692,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$635,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$415,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$672
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median List Price
$1,424,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%