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San Diego
  • City in California
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San Diego
#20 in Cities with the Best Public Schools in America
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in California
  • 1,124 reviews
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    San Diego Real Estate Market

    Housing
    C minus
    Based on home values, property taxes, housing costs, local schools, and more.
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      52%
    • Own
      48%
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    Real Estate Costs

    Median Home Value
    $664,000
    National
    $244,900
    Home Values
    • <$50k
      2%
    • $50-$99k
      1%
    • $100-$199k
      1%
    • $200-$399k
      11%
    • $400-$749k
      46%
    • $750k+
      39%
    Median Rent
    $1,885
    National
    $1,163
    Monthly Rent
    • <$500
      3%
    • $500-$999
      6%
    • $1,000-$1,499
      20%
    • $1,500-$1,999
      28%
    • $2,000+
      44%
    11%
    of residents say housing is affordable. 1,179 responses

    Home Quality

    Poll
    71%
    of residents say the exterior quality of homes is good or excellent. 78 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of residents say the interior quality of homes is good or excellent. 78 responses
    58%
    of residents say there is a good variety of homes. 78 responses
    56%
    of residents say there are a few vacant or abandoned properties here and there. 78 responses
    29%
    of residents say that parking is readily available. 78 responses
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    Homes in San Diego have a median value of $664,000. The median rent price in San Diego is $1,885 and most residents rent their homes. San Diego is very walkable, and there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks nearby.
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