The Neighborhoods of La Jolla

La Jolla Real Estate - Map

1. La Jolla Farms - “The Farms” is an exclusive and highly sought-after neighborhood located above the cliffs of Black’s beach and near the world-famous Torrey Pines Golf Course. Multi-million dollar estates, some with ocean views, line the winding roads.  The lot sizes are quite large for La Jolla ranging from 3/4 to five acres while the homes range in size from about 3,000 up to 25,000 square feet.  The Farms offers a convenient location with easy access to the freeways, nearby UCSD, Del Mar and La Jolla.
 
2. La Jolla Shores - This highly sought-after neighborhood is known for its oceanfront estates, seaside condominiums, beach cottages and the exceptional hillside residences which overlook the La Jolla Shores coastline. Walk the beach or to the neighborhood shops and restaurants. 
 
3. La Jolla Heights - La Jolla Heights is located on the north-east side of La Jolla and is within walking distance of UCSD.  You'll find affordable condominiums and detached homes offering spacious lots and easy access to La Jolla and freeways.  A large portion of these lovely homes are hillside properties and have westerly views to the ocean or easterly views of the mountains.

4. Hidden Valley - “Hidden Valley” includes homes with panoramic hillside views of the ocean and La Jolla Shores.  These exclusive homes are on side streets and cul de sacs below Mount Soledad. 

5. Country Club - Country Club is the luxurious La Jolla community which skirts the exclusive La Jolla Country Club. The La Jolla Country Club is an 18-hole private golf course that was designed in 1928 by William Bell.  The hillside homes overlook many of the greens, lush fairways and have spectacular and panoramic views out to the ocean.  The community is conveniently tucked away among the canyons on the slopes of Mount Soledad offering residents privacy and a coastal ambiance.

6. Village - The "Village of La Jolla" is the heart of La Jolla and boasts sidewalk cafes, boutiques, world class cuisine, and ocean front parks.  Older cottages, historical homes, and contemporary condos all find a place within The Village. Most homes in the Village are on small lots, are charming, and highly sought after. 

7. Beach-Barber - The Beach-Barber tract winds around narrow streets with delightful English style cottages and fabulous oceanfront estates.  It includes the world famous surfing location at Windansea Beach.

8.  Lower Hermosa - Lower Hermosa is located south of Windansea Beach and north of the Bird Rock area.  This coveted La Jolla neighborhood has wide streets and one of the most beautiful coastlines in San Diego County.  Featuring some of the older and more classic residences in La Jolla, this area is a highly desirable area for La Jolla home buyers.  Camino de la Costa, one of the Lower Hermosa streets, is a tourist attraction for the beautiful oceanfront estates that line its lovely path.

9. Bird Rock - Bird Rock derives its name from the large white rock located yards off the beach where the seagulls and pelicans often stop to rest.  Bird Rock is a favorite of surfers that frequent Tourmaline Beach at the most southern end of the Bird Rock neighborhood and adjacent to Pacific Beach.  Bird Rock is often thought of as a small town within the city of La Jolla.  Along with being known for its numerous surfing and diving locations, Bird Rock has a thriving commercial zone with quaint shops, sidewalk cafes, and world class restaurants and coffee houses lining La Jolla Boulevard.  The homes that comprise Bird Rock were primarily built before 1950, although most have been remodeled.  This is a very family friendly neighborhood due in part to the top rated Bird Rock Elementary School.

10. Muirlands - The Muirlands is an elegant La Jolla neighborhood of estate homes situated on large lots shaded by stately trees.  Many of these lovely homes have spectacular views west to the ocean.  Lush landscaping surrounds the luxury homes.  As the streets meander through the neighborhood, every twist and turn brings a new view of how truly beautiful this neighborhood is.

11. La Jolla Mesa - La Jolla Mesa is conveniently located on the south-western side of Mount Soledad.  A variety of home styles are featured here, along with recent remodels.  Many of these nicely maintained homes have large lots and breathtaking views of the bay, city, nightlights, and ocean.

12. La Jolla Alta - La Jolla Alta is a of spacious homes that are considered planned residential developments.   The community of single and two story homes is located on the south slope of Mount Soledad and is known for the spectacular views of the ocean, Mission Bay, city lights and the mountains to the east.
 
La Jolla Alta, along with the planned residential development, also includes custom built homes, which are usually terraced along the hillside. The homes and streets are designed to maximize the ocean and city views to the south. The developments within La Jolla Alta have bay or ocean views, tennis facilities, clubhouses, pools, and state of the art fitness facilities. There are three main planned communities within La Jolla Alta: Emerald Cove, Crystal Bay, Ventana, and Eldorado I & II.

13. Soledad South - The Soledad South neighborhood is on the southeast side of Mount Soledad.  This hilly neighborhood offers affordable La Jolla living with older homes.  In addition to well-maintained neighborhood homes, there are master-planned and gated communities including Windemere, Ridgegate and Mount La Jolla. These developments feature tennis, pool & recreation facilities.  Depending on the location, many of these homes have panoramic views to the south and to the eastern mountains in the distance.

14. Muirlands West - Muirlands West features many upgraded and remodeled homes close to the Village, shops, and schools.  Muirlands West remains an affordable alternative to the coastline estate properties.

15. Upper Hermosa - Upper Hermosa is a wonderful choice for those who miss the traditional neighborhood days of years gone by.  Get to know your neighbors as you walk along the sidewalk and pass their lovingly maintained homes with beautifully manicured landscaping that frame their cottage retreats.

16. La Jolla Village - Not to be confused with the Village of La Jolla, La Jolla Village is located in north-east La Jolla, east of La Jolla Heights, north and west of I-5, and south of UCSD. This neighborhood's namesake, the La Jolla Village Square shopping and residential mall is located here. The area is mainly filled with condominimums.

Adams & Associates
La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego Homes
Coldwell Banker - La Jolla Branch
Bus: (858) 456-3256 | Fax: (858) 729-0652
Office: 930 Prospect Street La Jolla CA 92037
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