$742,428Average Value$538Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Quiet residential community minutes from San Diego amenities
Just a stone’s throw from San Diego Bay, Emerald Hills offers modest suburban living in San Diego’s Encanto community. The community is named in honor of the former Emerald Hills Country Club and Golf Course that’s now home to the locally famous KOGO 600 AM station. The neighborhood vibe is laidback and unfussy. Undeveloped green areas like Radio Canyon blend in along the perimeters, making the community feel spacious while still nestled in an area that’s still densely constructed. Residents can walk along these trails and enjoy scenic views on a quiet night. In addition to its peaceful enclaves, it is also convenient to the rest of the city. “There are trolley stops in Encanto and Valencia Park, so you can easily go out to dinner downtown, go to the beach or check out a Padres game without having to worry about driving and parking,” Realtor Norma Delgadillo says. Delgadillo works with Advantage Homes and is a Southern California native with over 20 years of experience.
Palm trees dot the residential streets of Emerald Hills
Market Creek Plaza is a colorful place to shop in Emerald Hills
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Midcentury fixer uppers and updated ramblers
Modest home styles line Emerald Hills’ narrow, gently sloping streets. There are tidy 1970s ranches in pastel and earth-tone hues along curvy Old Memory Lane, as well as larger two-story 1950s bungalows that offer an opportunity to invest and add a personal touch. For those seeking a turnkey home, there are plenty of Spanish-inspired stucco rambler with updated interiors. Situated on a sunny hillside, many homes have solar panels that help with energy efficiency. Prices here range from $450,000 for homes that need updates to $900,000 for turnkey homes, with most sitting around $600,000.
Colorful paint jobs keep these 40's era ranch homes looking pristine.
Many residents take pride in maintaining their homes with colorful paint and landscaping.
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Students attend San Diego Unified School District
Emerald Hills youngest students attend Henry C. Johnson STEM Magnet Elementary, rated B on Niche. Johnson Elementary equips students to reach for the stars in their unique NASA Explorer School where teams investigate lunar habitats and participate in NASA design challenges. Johnson students move on to Millennial Tech Middle School, which has a C-plus on Niche, before filtering into Lincoln Senior High School, which has a B-minus on Niche.
Johnson Elementary School in Emerald Hills Offers an Extensive STEM Curriculum.
Lincoln Senior High School serves students in Emerald Hills and the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Neighborhood parks offer Emerald Hills residents relaxation
Stretching out behind Johnson Elementary at the foot of the radio tower hill, Emerald Hills Park offers open green space for after-school recess and weekend recreation. A picnic shelter is tucked into the trees for a shady lunch spot and the playground and lawn are surrounded by a paved path that’s perfect for afternoon strolls or dog-walking. The park is attached to trails that encircle the community, connecting to open spaces like Chollas Radio System Open Space. These green areas offer excellent views, especially when blooming with summer wildflowers.
Emerald Hills Community Park features basketball and tennis courts.
Emerald Hills is unique in that it boasts plenty of green space and an advantageous topography.
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Essentials and amenities are nearby on Market Street
One of the neighborhood’s biggest gems is the Valencia Park/Malcom X Branch Library. Residents here take pride in this community space, upgraded in 2016 with a Teen IDEA Lab offering technology and arts classes to local youth. “We also offer homework help for teens and computer classes for adults. Kids can even come in to take violin or ballet lessons or come in for events like Trick-or-Treat. Here, we really thrive on helping our community better themselves and get real-life skills,” library assistant and local Masha Dailey says.
For daily necessities, residents can head to the Market Creek Plaza for grocery stores like Food4Less and chain restaurants like Wingstop. The Market Creek Amphitheatre is a favorite for sunny picnics or attending a Jazz at the Creek event.
Market Creek Plaza serves the shopping needs of Emerald Hills residents.
Market Creek Plaza is a great place to grab lunch and eat in the colorful courtyard.
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Close to the amenities of downtown San Diego
When residents are seeking a beach day or more dining, retail or entertainment, San Diego attractions are just a short distance away. Residents can hop on the 805 or MLK Jr. Freeway to get to downtown, Balboa Park or Mission Beach. There are also bus stops throughout the community and the Euclid Avenue trolley station, for those seeking public transportation. Medical centers like Paradise Valley Hospital are just 2 miles away, for any medical necessities. For travel outside of the area, residents are only 10 miles from San Diego International Airport, which is also accessible by trolley. With its public transportation and access to amenities, residents of Emerald Hills have both peaceful seclusion and convenience.
MTS trollys allow Emerald Hills residents easy access to San Diego.
Market Creek Plaza features familiar national chains like Starbucks.
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Parks in this Area
Emerald Hills Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Chollas Lake Park Gloria's Mesa
Lake
Picnic Area
Playground
Gompers Park
Hawk Pocket Park
Chollas Creekside Park
Oak Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
13 min drive
Bus
Roswell St & Derby St
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Roswell St & Kelton Rd
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Roswell St & 56th St
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Kelton Rd & Bollenbacher St
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Pitta St & Market St
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Roswell St & Hilltop Dr
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Roswell St & 51st St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Emerald Hills
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Emerald Hills, San Diego sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Emerald Hills, San Diego over the last 12 months is $770,478, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,143
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,373
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,256
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
28.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
50°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
7/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 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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