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Kearny Mesa

Kearny Mesa

Suburban Neighborhood in San Diego, California

San Diego County 92111, 92123

Neighborhood Reviews
3.9
$872,519 Average Value
$639 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Vibrant shopping district and luxury-style houses

Kearny Mesa balances a quiet residential area with a bustling commercial district. And while its energetic shopping options are part of its appeal, there is a wide range of desirable home choices here. Carol Mundell, a local Realtor with Century 21 Award, says, “Kearny Mesa is a mostly commercial-industrial mix with luxury apartment complexes and several condo and townhouse communities in the Spectrum Center at its heart. You have office parks as good neighbors, so it’s a well-kept and quiet place to come home.” Locals are within a short distance of shopping centers and community amenities.

Kearny Mesa is known for its asian district off convoy where you can find dozens of ramen.
Kearny Mesa is known for its asian district off convoy where you can find dozens of ramen.
Luxury townhomes are located in the east end of Kearny Mesa.
Luxury townhomes are located in the east end of Kearny Mesa.
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Famous Convoy Street district and specialized markets

Local Realtor Carol Mundell talks about Convoy Street, “you’ve got the famous Asian Business District close by where you can go out for dinner and drinks.” Common Theory Public House on Convoy offers a fusion of Pan-Asian, American and Mexican flavors with a rotating selection of craft beers. Among Kearny Mesa’s diversity of breweries and pubs, Hopnonymous Brewing offers award-winning brews in a lively tap room that San Diego Beer News awarded Best Customer Service. Locals can go grocery shopping at specialized markets like the Zion Market or the Mitsuwa Marketplace. Big box franchises like Sprouts Farmers Market and Costco are also available.

K. Cuisine is a favorite for delicious dining off convoy street in Kearny Mesa.
K. Cuisine is a favorite for delicious dining off convoy street in Kearny Mesa.
Kearny Mesa is home to many international markets such as Zion Market.
Kearny Mesa is home to many international markets such as Zion Market.
Boba lovers will find themselves at Gotcha Cafe San Diego in Kearny Mesa.
Boba lovers will find themselves at Gotcha Cafe San Diego in Kearny Mesa.
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Condos and townhouses on Spectrum Boulevard

Kearny Mesa has many homes to choose from, especially surrounding Spectrum Center Boulevard, which houses a large portion of the community's condominiums and townhomes. “Spectrum is an appealing area for home buyers wanting to live in a newer neighborhood and not be burdened with yard work, says local Realtor Carol Mundell. More traditional suburban streets feature a collection of ranch-style homes built in the 1960s. Modern townhouses with stunning architecture are present in a variety of communities, such as the Boardwalk at Spectrum or the Promenade at Spectrum. There is also a mobile home community, Kearny Lodge, offering spacious and affordable abodes with well-kept grounds, community laundry rooms and two community pools. Home prices depend on home style and proximity to commercial centers, with mobile homes ranging from $200,000 to $255,000 and houses and condos priced between $700,000 and $950,000.

Boardwalk at Spectrum are luxury townhomes in Kearny Mesa.
Boardwalk at Spectrum are luxury townhomes in Kearny Mesa.
A look at the luxury townomes in Kearny Mesa.
A look at the luxury townomes in Kearny Mesa.
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Local YMCA and community parks

There are several community parks outside of the Spectrum development to enjoy. Local athletes play at Hickman Baseball and Kinsell Memorial fields. Easting Park is a popular place for parents to watch their kids play on multiple playgrounds or picnic on the lawn. The local YMCA offers after-school and childcare programs for local kids.

Hickman Sports Complex shows the many baseball fields, and soccer fields located in Kearny Mesa
Hickman Sports Complex shows the many baseball fields, and soccer fields located in Kearny Mesa
The Toby Wells YMCA is located in Kearny Mesa.
The Toby Wells YMCA is located in Kearny Mesa.
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Public bus and freeway access around Kearny Mesa

Much of the commercial areas have a walkable layout. Still, the area is dependent on driving as a method of transport. Public bus stations offer routes around the neighborhood. The I-15 Express is also located to the community’s west, providing quick routes to Downtown San Diego.

Kearny Mesa offers MTS transportation with many bus stations.
Kearny Mesa offers MTS transportation with many bus stations.
The 163 freeway runs through the heart of Kearny Mesa providing easy access to downtown.
The 163 freeway runs through the heart of Kearny Mesa providing easy access to downtown.
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School days in San Diego's public schools

Public school students are served by the San Diego Unified School District, beginning their academic careers at primary schools like Lafayette Elementary, which has an overall B-rating on Niche. Students move on to Taft Middle and Madison High School. Both schools have at least an overall B-rating on Niche. The high school has excellent athletic programs that have graduated professional athletes for MLB teams, such as the Chicago White Sox and the Kansas City Royals.

Taft Middle School in Serra Mesa Neighborhood
Taft Middle School in Serra Mesa Neighborhood
A look at the James Madison High School Performing Arts building.
A look at the James Madison High School Performing Arts building.
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Important to Know

Montgomery-Gibbs Airport is within the bounds of the community, providing services for private jets and small aircraft. The neighborhood is home to Kaiser Permanente’s San Diego Medical Center and Clairemont Mesa Medical Offices, plus a variety of pharmacies where residents can pick up the essentials on their way home to Kearny Mesa.

Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport is located in the heart of Kearney Mesa.
Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport is located in the heart of Kearney Mesa.
Kearny Mesa is home to a state of the art hospital which is Kaiser Permanente
Kearny Mesa is home to a state of the art hospital which is Kaiser Permanente
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Diego International

14 min drive

Bus

Balboa Av & Terry Bennett Drwy

Bus

Clairemont Mesa Bl & Convoy St

Bus

Balboa Av & 8808

Bus

Balboa Av & 8965

Bus

Clairemont Mesa Bl & Overland Av

Bus

Ruffin Rd & Lightwave Av

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Aero Dr & Ruffin Rd

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 9 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
1/4/2017 Niche Review
I love living here. I have lived here my entire life (minus the 5 years I lived while serving in the Navy).
1.0 Current Resident
8/8/2021 Niche Review
Horrible roads, everything looks rundown, bad air quality. More and more homeless people showing up and planting themselves on sidewalks. Not a good place to live.
4.0 Current Resident
10/2/2022 Niche Review
Overall great neighborhood, a little boring if you're young and single. It is about 10-20 minutes drive from any central area or nighlife.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Kearny Mesa US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 9 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$802,500
Median Single Family Price
$965,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$775,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$639
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
3.00
Median List Price
$799,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
597
Median Year Built
2004
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,318
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,446
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,332
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,590
Median Age
36
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$106,693
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,735

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
61.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.1%
% Population in Labor Force
80.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

51 / 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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