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Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Neighborhood in San Diego, California

San Diego County 92108, 92123

Neighborhood Reviews
3.9
$753,716 Average Value
$649 Average Price per Sq Ft
66 Homes For Sale

Beyond the luxe shopping scene

To many San Diego residents, Mission Valley is a high-end shopping destination before anything else. Anchored by prominent malls like Fashion Valley, Westfield Mission Valley and Mission Valley Shops, it offers more than just retail therapy. Located in the heart of San Diego, Mission Valley stretches east-west along the San Diego River, home to thousands of luxury condos and upcoming mixed-use developments. Its central location offers quick access (depending on traffic) to major draws like Balboa Park, Mission Beach and the dynamic downtown San Diego. The neighborhood is also home to the new local landmark, Snapdragon Stadium, bringing in sports fans and festivals from all over the county.

A look at the Fashion Valley mall which offers many shops and a movie theater in Mission Valley.
A look at the Fashion Valley mall which offers many shops and a movie theater in Mission Valley.
A look at the San Diego River which runs through the heart of Mission Valley.
A look at the San Diego River which runs through the heart of Mission Valley.
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More mixed-use developments incoming

Condos, townhouses and apartments make up a majority of the housing market in Mission Valley. Modest one-bedroom condos go for between $330,000 to $500,000, while resort-style, three-bedroom condos with panoramic views of the city and mountains can go for over $1.5 million in the Bluffs. Recently remodeled units are available in Presidio Place on Friars Road and Mission Greens, located east near Fashion Valley Mall. According to Dusty Brazil, longtime resident and Realtor with Compass, "Mission Valley is a small-scale version of downtown San Diego with a lower price point. It's an old-meets-new place near historic areas like Tierrasanta and Mission Hills, but with brand new, big infrastructure developments like Civita. It's high-density living with a real sense of community." The 230-acre Civita development is set at the crossroads of the 163, 8 and 5 freeways, one of the largest master planned developments in San Diego with more than 2,700 housing units (townhouses, condos and a few single-family homes) surrounding a 14-acre park. The mixed-use Riverwalk development is underway, with plans to have 4,300 housing units by 2025. Mission Valley homebuyers are required to have FEMA Flood Insurance, as the region is one of San Diego’s Special Flood Hazard Areas.

A look at modern homes in the community of Civita in Mission Valley.
A look at modern homes in the community of Civita in Mission Valley.
A look at Mission Greens which is located near Riverwalk Golf Club in Mission Valley.
A look at Mission Greens which is located near Riverwalk Golf Club in Mission Valley.
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Specialized learning at Kearny

Students in the area can attend schools within the San Diego Unified District, which earns an overall A from Niche. They might start out at the B-minus rated Carson Elementary, then advance to the A-minus rated Correia Middle. For high school, the A-rated Kearny EID offers specialized programs for manufacturing, product design and engineering.

An entrance view to Carson Elementary School near Mission Valley.
An entrance view to Carson Elementary School near Mission Valley.
A front entrance look at Correia Middle School in in Point Loma Heights.
A front entrance look at Correia Middle School in in Point Loma Heights.
Kearny School of Engineering, Innovation, and Design offers students a hands on learning.
Kearny School of Engineering, Innovation, and Design offers students a hands on learning.
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Sprawling historic parks

Far from the average park, the historic 1,200-acre Balboa Park features 19th-century architecture, gardens and 16 museums. Residents can spend the day touring the grounds or visiting the attached San Diego Zoo. At the western edge of Mission Valley, the 40-acre Presidio Park offers panoramic views from its Inspiration Point overlook; the park's Padre Cross was created in the early 1900s using tiles from the ruins of the El Presidio Real de Sand Diego fort. Smaller neighborhood parks like Cottonwood Grove offer trails and fields where neighborhood Little Leaguers compete. One of Mission Valley’s gems is the 18-hole Riverwalk Golf Club, a resort-style course where residents can tee up year-round or enjoy dinner at the luxury clubhouse.

A splash zone offers fun for everyone at Civita Park in Mission Valley.
A splash zone offers fun for everyone at Civita Park in Mission Valley.
Presidio Park offers scenic hiking amongst the historic buildings of Old Town San Diego.
Presidio Park offers scenic hiking amongst the historic buildings of Old Town San Diego.
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A premier shopping destination

The open-air Fashion Valley Mall features nearly 200 stores, from luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci to popular eateries like California Pizza Kitchen (CPK for short) and The Cheesecake Factory. While there aren’t many nightlife options around, residents can head to the AMC 20 at the Westfield Mission Valley for a night out or a weekend matinee. Friars Mission Center is anchored by a Ralphs for groceries, while a Food4Less sits less than a mile away just off of Mission Center Road. On the San Diego State University Mission Valley campus, the recently built Snapdragon Stadium seats up to 35,000, and it’s usually at capacity during the San Diego State Aztecs home games.

Mission Valley boasts big brand names such as Gucci, Forever 21, and more.
Mission Valley boasts big brand names such as Gucci, Forever 21, and more.
The Mission Valley Mall is a popular outdoor mall with some outlet options.
The Mission Valley Mall is a popular outdoor mall with some outlet options.
Residents can benefit from savings at Food 4 Less in Mission Valley.
Residents can benefit from savings at Food 4 Less in Mission Valley.
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The Green Line takes residents where they need to go

Mission Valley serves as a path for San Diego’s major east-west route Interstate 8, intersected by the major north-south route Interstate 5. Residents can reach downtown on the 5 or the airport on the 8 in 11 miles. The Sharp Memorial Hospital sits 2 miles north just off of the 163. Residents can get around on the Green Line Trolley, making stops at the Fashion Valley Transit Center, Hazard Center, the SDCCU Stadium and more.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Diego International

10 min drive

Subway

Mission Valley Center

Subway

Rio Vista

Subway

Fenton Parkway

Subway

Qualcomm Stadium

Subway

Hazard Center

Subway

Fashion Valley Transit Center

Bus

Camino Del Rio S & 2828

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Camino Del Rio S & Mission City Pkwy

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Mission City Pkwy & Camino Del Rio N

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Fashion Valley Rd & Hotel Circle N

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Camino De La Reina & Michaels

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Hotel Circle S & 1333

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Murray Canyon Rd & Mission Heights Rd

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 23 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
11/18/2018 Niche Review
True to most shopping districts, Mission Valley is a great place to shop, hang around, and of course purchase property for the ever increasing real estate market in this locatin. There are not many places to venture off for a night out in town but at the same time it is pretty quiet for the most part which is always a good thing. Tons of food and it being essentially the center of San Diego you can travel anywhere in a matter of a couple of minutes. Mission Valley overall is a great place to live.
5.0 Current Resident
12/30/2016 Niche Review
I am new to Mission Valley, California. I have only lived here 3 months and I have to admit after living in Virginia for the last 10 years and Boston, MA 7 years before that; this is hands down the best place I have ever lived. Aside from the numerous places to shop and relax, Mission Valley offers a relaxing atmosphere where the people are just as nice as the places you can say. If you are new, small family, large family, this is definitely the place for you to reside.
5.0 Current Resident
9/18/2017 Niche Review
Family friendly, lots of things to do, MTS Hub, Stadium and events happen here quite a bit. Unfortunately the homeless problem is just that, a problem.
5.0 Current Resident
8/29/2017 Niche Review
My experience is the Mission Valley area has only been for about 4 years but it has definitely been a convinient one since everything is close by. From my current school to the grocery store and not to mention the highway which allows me to get to places quicker. I'd like to see the Mission Valley area expand in terms of real estate and building more residential areas for the people.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Mission Valley US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$679,500
Median Single Family Price
$1,330,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,099,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$649,450
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$454,000
Median Studio Price
$350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$649
Number of Homes for Sale
66
Last 12 months Home Sales
259
Months of Supply
3.10
Median List Price
$725,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,078
Median Year Built
1989
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,770
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,732
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,141
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
761
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
487
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    8381 Distinctive Dr, San Diego, CA 92108

    $1,069,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,454 Sq Ft
    • 8381 Distinctive Dr

    *Seller is motivated* Welcome to effortless living in this beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, offering a perfect blend of comfort and modern style. Featuring sleek porcelain tile flooring throughout, this unit is both stylish and easy to maintain. A spacious office provides a quiet retreat for work or creative projects, while the open-concept layout centers around a generous kitchen

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    Dushaun Fairley
    Coldwell Banker West
    (855) 416-9427
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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    10am - 1pm

    5765 Friars Rd Unit 163, San Diego, CA 92110

    $450,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 695 Sq Ft
    • 5765 Friars Rd
    • Unit 163
    • New 10 hours ago

    Welcome home to this beautiful, spacious, second-floor one-bedroom condo, nestled in a secure gated community with 24/7 guard service. Completely remodeled with a fun beachy kitchen, gorgeous bathroom, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Enjoy cozy evenings by the gas fireplace and the convenience of a spacious walk-in closet, ample in-unit storage, plus additional storage just outside

    Edward Dean Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 3pm

    7968 Mission Center Ct Unit H, San Diego, CA 92108

    $515,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,020 Sq Ft
    • 7968 Mission Center Ct
    • Unit H
    • New 20 hours ago

    Welcome to the largest floor plan in Park Villa! This rare top-floor, two-level home boasts 1,020 sq ft of spacious living, combining style, comfort, and value in one of San Diego’s most central and sought-after neighborhoods. Step inside to discover brand new flooring throughout the first floor and updated energy efficient double pane windows, setting the stage for a fresh, modern feel. The

    Emanuel Valladares Keller Williams San Diego Metro

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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
23,445
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$99,817
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,433

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
59.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.4%
% Population in Labor Force
76.2%
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

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 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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NEIGHBORHOOD
Mission Valley
Felicia Gamez-Weinbaum
FW Property Group
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