$731,433Average Value$512Average Price per Sq Ft20Homes For Sale
A large neighborhood with parks and schools within walking distance
Situated 12 miles southeast of downtown San Diego, the sprawling Bay Terraces neighborhood encompasses several residential communities. Boasting a wide web of sidewalk-lined streets with local parks, schools and a small selection of casual eateries along Paradise Valley Road, it’s considered a comparatively affordable neighborhood in San Diego. According to Wes McAnally, local Realtor with eXp Realty of California, “It’s an entry price point neighborhood for anyone looking to live in a pocket of San Diego that’s more affordable than other parts of San Diego.”
As the name implies, Bay Terraces enjoys gentle topography which creates beautiful vistas.
Colorfully adorned Spanish tile homes are a hallmark of Bay Terraces.
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Ranch and Mediterranean-style hjomes start at $550,000
Most homes in Bay Terraces were built in the ‘80s and ‘90s in a variety of styles including Minimal Traditional, ranch and Mediterranean. There are also many homes with a blend of contemporary architecture and Spanish villa features that offer views of the Coronado Bridge and San Diego skyline. These properties are perched close to each other and tend to have shallow front lawns and wide, short driveways that lead to two-car garages. Prices in this area range from around $550,000 to $900,000.
Single story homes make up the majority of residences in Bay Terraces.
Homes in Bay Terraces include ranches, craftsman and custom homes.
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Highly rated schools in San Diego Unified School District
Public school students in Bay Terraces can walk to Boone Elementary, which is named in honor of trailblazer Daniel Boone, and receives an overall grade of B-minus from Niche. Bel Middle School, located near the center of the neighborhood, also earns a B-minus. Morse High School, one of the San Diego Unified School District’s largest public schools, earns a B-plus. Residents look forward to Morse High’s ongoing expansion which includes a new Performing Arts Center. This area is also home to the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts, a magnet school for grades six through 12.
This colorful mural draws attention to the Boone Elementary School located in Bay Terraces, CA.
Students at Morse High School explore a rich tapestry of subjects and activities.
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Multiple parks let locals choose to play, skate or hike
Bay Terraces residents are within walking or biking distance from two community parks and a rec center right in the neighborhood. At Bay Terraces Community Park, locals play community sports, take dogs for walks, or play on the soft sandy-foundation playground. Residents can enjoy fresh air and exercise along the Paradise Canyon Open Space hiking path, which spans several miles of secluded dirt trails off South Woodman Street In the adjacent Paradise Hills neighborhood, residents can head to the large Paradise Hills Park, which features a fenced-in dog park and skate park with ramps and rails.
Paradise Hills Skate Park bring ramps and rails right to residents' backyard.
California Poppies bloom at the Paradise Hills park just east of Bay Terraces.
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Several shopping centers in the neighborhood or groceries and dining
Locals can head to the South Bay Terraces shopping plaza to pick up groceries from Ralph’s. This shopping center is also home to a small selection of eateries, including Tasty Pizza and Rising Dragon Chinese Restaurant. Fast food chains like Jack in the Box and a two-story McDonalds can also be found in the neighborhood. For retail shopping, locals head 4 miles west to the Westfield Plaza Bonita shopping mall, home to stores like Target and Nordstrom Rack.
Paradise Valley Shopping Center in Bay Terraces is one retail option for residents.
South Bay Terraces shopping Plaza is the neighborhood's quaint commercial center.
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Residents can take the MTS bus or commute by car via Route 54
Bay Terraces is served by the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and has bus stops all along Paradise Valley Road and South Woodman Street, which bisect this large neighborhood. Route 54 borders the neighborhood’s southern edge, providing easy access to other parts of town and beyond. A 12-mile drive northwest will land locals in the heart of downtown San Diego. A laid-back suburb with commercial convenience, Bay Terraces offers residents a walkable community with suburban charm.
Bus stops throughout Bay Terraces whisk residents throughout greater San diego.
Route 54 whisks Bay Terrace residents east to Bonita or west to I5.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Christopher Wilson Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Bay Terraces Park
Dog Park
Soccer
Playground
Boone Neighborhood Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Paradise Hills Community Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Skateboard
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
19 min drive
Bus
Woodman St & Jamie Av
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Parkside Av & Dusk Dr
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Paradise Valley Rd & Parkwood Dr
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Parkside Av & Annmar Dr
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Brookhaven Rd & Woodway Ct
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Paradise Valley Rd & Deep Dell Rd
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Woodman St & Alcona St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bay Terraces
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bay Terraces Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bay Terraces, San Diego sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Bay Terraces, San Diego over the last 12 months is $699,500, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Zulema MaldonadoBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Welcome to View Apartments. Our charming community is conveniently located in San Diego with close access to major freeways, shopping centers and local attractions. Our friendly leasing staff is ready to help you find your desired apartment. Call or stop by today, we look forward to meeting you.
This is a fully remodeled 2 bedroom 1 Bath unit. Both bedrooms and bath are upstairs. It has a one car shared garage and one open space. The unit has W/D shared by the 4 units (the W/D require coins). It is near freeways and shopping areas. It is move-in-ready.
2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom, Updated Kitchens! - At North Bonita Racquet Club Apartments, we take pride in our community and in all of the wonderful features and amenities that we provide- all in a beautiful park-like setting. We are located just off the CA-54 freeway at Alta View Dr. for quick freeway access.We are an all activities inclusive property complete with a racquetball court, tennis
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
30,203
Median Age
40
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,646
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,984
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.8%
College Graduates
24.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 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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