Communities
Coastal San Diego
Beach towns, bluff-top views, and ocean breezes
Area Guide
Living in Coastal San Diego
San Diego's coastal communities put the Pacific at your doorstep — from the coves and village streets of La Jolla to the laid-back surf culture of Ocean Beach. Expect a mix of beach cottages, mid-century homes, condos, and oceanfront estates, with some of the most sought-after addresses in the county.
La Jolla
La Jolla wraps around a rocky stretch of coastline where sea cliffs, coves and tide pools meet a lively village of galleries, boutiques and restaurants.
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Del Mar
Del Mar is a small, independent beach city of bluffs, lagoons and a walkable village center, best known for its historic racetrack and fairgrounds.
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Coronado
Coronado sits across the bay from downtown San Diego, connected by the iconic Coronado Bay Bridge and a short ferry ride.
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Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach, known locally as PB, is a lively beach neighborhood bordered by the Pacific Ocean on one side and Mission Bay on the other.
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Mission Beach
Mission Beach is a narrow strip of sand between the ocean and Mission Bay, where homes sit along walkable courts just steps from the water on both sides.
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Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach, or OB, is a close-knit beach community with an independent spirit, a long fishing pier and a main street filled with locally owned shops.
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