Solana Beach, located on the northern coast of San Diego County, takes great pride in its two miles of pristine coastline, majestic bluffs, secluded coves, white sandy beaches, clear waters and challenging surf. Incorporated as a city in 1986, Solana Beach is home to approximately 14,000 residents. This charming seaside community features a unique blend of businesses, including light industrial, commercial and professional services, neighborhood shopping centers, boutiques, coffeehouses and restaurants. For those who enjoy antiques or design items, South Cedros Avenue is a true end-destination design district. Studios of award-winning designers, art galleries, furniture emporiums and stores selling antiques, custom clothing, handcrafted items and jewelry can also be found here.
Solana Beach is an entrepreneur's dream. Many residents are engaged in proprietorships, management, professions or sales occupations. The lay of the real estate land starts at the ocean front bluff which ranges from stunning single-family estates to quaint beach cottages, as well as some investment properties and large security gated condominium complexes with direct beach access.
Solana Beach families are served by the Solana Beach School District for children in grades K-6, plus Earl Warren Junior High. Torrey Pines High School serves the upper grades and has been selected as one of the most outstanding high schools in the country more than once. These districts have received state and national awards for educational excellence, including California Distinguished School and National Blue Ribbon School status. At all levels, Solana Beach schools consistently rate among the highest in the county and the state on California's Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program.
Solana Beach Real Estate Market: Prices of Houses for Sale in Solana Beach
Solana Beach is the only place in San Diego County where you'll find large complexes on the bluffs. Working your way east from the bluff, you'll find real estate with good-sized lots (average 1/3 acre) and many with dynamic ocean views. The most eastern areas are adjacent to Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe, featuring newer, estate-sized lots. Prices for Solana Beach condominiums currently range from $280,000 to $1.6 million. Solana Beach homes start in the $415,000s. Solana Beach represents an excellent place to live and invest your real estate funds.
Solana Beach CA Real Estate for the week of January 30th, 2012: homes priced around $1,084,242 compared to $1,129,015 the previous week, showing a decrease of less than -4%. For Saturday, February 4th, the current national mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 3.85%; the 15 year fixed rate is at 3.18%. For a loan larger than conventional conforming loans, or 'jumbo' loan, the 30 year rate is 4.61%, while the 15 year jumbo rate currently is at 3.99%. You can calculate your mortgage rate with our mortgage calculators. Get local info and homes for sale in Solana Beach CA. View active real estate listings for different types of properties including new homes, houses for sale, foreclosures in Solana Beach, short sales, and price reduced listings. Find information and property resources including prices of recently sold homes in Solana Beach, Solana Beach neighborhood information, crime stats, home values, and schools in Solana Beach to help you find the best home!