Communities
North & Northwest San Diego
Established neighborhoods and family-friendly suburbs
Area Guide
Living in North & Northwest San Diego
North and Northwest San Diego offers a balance of space, convenience, and value — from the canyon-lined streets of Clairemont and the bay views of Bay Park to the newer master-planned neighborhoods of Carmel Valley. Easy freeway access keeps the beaches, downtown, and major job centers close.
Clairemont
Clairemont is a large, established community on the mesas north of Mission Bay, built largely in the post-war boom and laced with natural canyons.
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Bay Park & Bay Ho
Bay Park and neighboring Bay Ho sit on the hillsides just east of Mission Bay, where many streets enjoy views of the bay, the ocean and the evening sunset.
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Carmel Valley
Carmel Valley is a master-planned community a few miles inland from Del Mar, known for its manicured neighborhoods, parks and highly rated schools.
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