NEIGHBORHOOD PROFILES
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| 4S Ranch | Bressi Ranch | Cardiff By The Sea | Carmel Valley | Del Mar | Encinitas La Costa | La Jolla | Leucadia | Rancho Santa Fe | Santa Luz | Solana Beach |
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 BRESSI RANCH - View Listings Bressi Ranch is an exclusive, 525-acre master-planned community in the coastal-resort town of Carlsbad, California located southeast of the intersection of El Camino Real and Palomar Airport Road, which is approximately four miles inland from the coast. Also known as the Garden District, it is under development by the Lennar Corporation and Barratt American, two of America’s most acclaimed real estate developers. Once completed, the community will include an assortment of land uses, including: residential, commercial, recreational, and educational. Bressi Ranch is largely characterized by an abundance of rolling lawns and flower beds, tree lined streets with double sidewalks and bulb-outs with planters, eight different parks, fountains and gazebos, and numerous walking trails. In the annual Forbes Magazine ranking of the "Most Expensive Zip Codes" in the U.S. the 92009 ZIP code of Bressi Ranch ranked among some of the most expensive in the nation. Neighborhoods Bressi Ranch is home to seven distinct neighborhoods that feature single family, detached one and two story residences of varying price ranges, sizes, and architecture. Mulberry, a neighborhood of affordable condominium homes, is also in Bressi Ranch. Although each neighborhood is unique, they all come together to form the entire residential district of the community. Neighborhoods may be distinguished by the architecture, location, size, and layout of the homes contained within. The residences of Bressi Ranch rest atop a prodigious ridge that is visible from many locations throughout the area, granting many homes panoramic views of the surrounding city, hillside, valley, and/or the Pacific Ocean. Magnolia Estates * These semi-custom estate homes range in size from 4,985 to 6,280 square feet and sell in the low to mid-$2,000,000s. Architecture is reminiscent of Colonial Revival, Colonial Federal, and Classical Revival. Many residences sit on ½ acre lots that enjoy expansive views of the surrounding hills. Highlights include gourmet kitchens with custom cabinetry, 4 car garages, gated entryways, stone and brick exteriors, butler’s pantries, integrated home automation systems, and high rise ceilings. Cassia * The residences of Cassia range in size from 3,280 to 4,091 square feet and sell in the low to mid-$1,000,000s. This neighborhood is located at the highest point in Bressi Ranch, and many homes command views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding valley and hillside. These residences feature gourmet kitchens with top-of-the-line GE Monogram appliances, courtyards, 3 and 4 car garages, and libraries, and may feature game rooms and balconies. Lots run narrower and deeper, allowing for expansive side-courtyards. Canterbury * These homes sell in the low to mid-$1,000,000s with the majority of residences exceeding 4,000 square feet. Lots provide panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valley and are conveniently located near the Village Square as well as the main entrance of Bressi Ranch. Residences feature brick and stone fireplaces, butler’s pantries, libraries, courtyards, and walk-in closets, and may feature porticos, balconies, sun decks, and game rooms. These homes come in a variety of architectural styles, mainly Spanish and classical. Gardenside * The homes of Gardenside range in size from 2,544 to 3,397 square feet. Residences include tech centers and and 2 and 3 car garages, and may also feature game rooms. Heather Court * Garages are located at the backs of the homes, which are accessed via alleyways. Homes average 2,812 to 3,094 square feet, with many featuring exterior columns and covered patios. Wisteria Place * Homes in this neighborhood feature three to four bedrooms and 2 ½ to 3 ½ bathrooms. Homes are 2,366 to 2,868 square feet, and sell for between $700,000 and $900,000. Primrose Point * The residences of Primrose Point are 2,094 to 2,605 square feet. Homes feature gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, and may also feature porticos and game rooms. Education Pacific Ridge School, an independent, non-public school for grades 7-12 that specializes in secondary and college-preparatory education, recently opened its doors in Bressi Ranch and will reach the final stages of completion by 2010. The $19,000 annual tuition covers the salaries and benefits of highly qualified teachers from around the country, many with advanced degrees, international experience, and years in the classroom. Families in Bressi Ranch who opt for public education are served by the award-winning Carlsbad Unified School District, which is comprised of nine elementary schools that feed into three middle schools and one high school. This includes the brand new Poinsettia Elementary School, which is located under the Bressi Ranch neighborhood of Magnolia Estates, and Carlsbad High School, which will undergo significant renovations and changes in late 2007. Recreation At the center of the Garden District is Bressi Commons; important focal points include the Village Club (a Monterey-style multi-use facility used for meetings and gatherings), barbecue and picnic areas, pools and spas, basketball courts, and outdoor fireplaces with sitting areas. Besides the eight parks sprinkled throughout the community, a brand new 33-acre mega park will be opening in Summer 2008 at a cost of $40 million in Bressi Ranch. The Alga Norte community park will include baseball fields, a dog park, a skate complex, three tot lots, basketball half courts, plenty of open space, a trail system, and an aquatic complex that will feature a competition pool, a 12-lane instruction pool, a therapy pool, and a recreation component featuring slide pools and a lazy river. The Alga Norte park will be accessible by all residents of Carlsbad, however only residents in Bressi Ranch will have the privilege of being able to walk to and from the park in a matter of minutes. Information provided by Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bressi_Ranch Other Links: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bressi_Ranch  CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA - View Listings Founded in 1911 by developer J. Frank Cullen, the community was named in honor of his wife's native Wales and many streets have English names. A later developer, German musician Victor Kramer added the "by-the-Sea". Cardiff-by-the-Sea is a beach community tucked between Encinitas and Solana Beach in San Diego County, California. It has the Pacific Ocean on its west, Encinitas on east and north, and a beach and lagoon on the south.The community takes pride in its "walkability" with the beach, lagoon, restaurants, markets, post office, library, and other commercial services in easy walking distance to each other. Like so many other towns around the region, locals prefer the small town atmosphere and most want to keep it like that. Cardiff is a popular surf destination. Restaurant Row offers beach-side dining and a wide variety of choices, including Mexican, Italian and California Cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. San Elijo State Beach Campground provides beach campsites and day-use beach parking and lifeguard service. Annual events include: Cardiff's Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival every September and a Chili Cookoff in October. Information provided by Cardiff 101/ Cardiff Chamber of Commerce and Beachcalifornia.com http://www.cardiffbythesea.org Other Links: Beachcalifornia.com - Cardiff by the Sea restaurant reviews http://www.answers.com/topic/cardiff-by-the-sea-encinitas-california Cardiff School District  CARMEL VALLEY - View Listings Carmel Valley was once the home of dairies, ranchers and farms; and in some cases, it still is. But most of the historic family holdings have evolved into award-winning wineries, one-of-a-kind Carmel Valley shopping villages, world-class golf-links, unique resorts and lodging and fine-dining restaurants and even organic vegetable stands. There is a lot to do in Carmel Valley and its surrounding areas. Whether you enjoy walking along the beach, hiking, riding bikes, or just enjoying the beautiful scenery. Carmel Valley's close proximity to Del Mar allows its residence to enjoy the famous Del Mar Race Track and Fairgrounds. Carmel Valley is a booming area, where more people are relocating to each year. There are quite a few housing developments that have been built (and are continuing to be built) in this area. Carmel Valley has a vast array of affordable housing within the community. More builidings and houses are being built daily. This information was gathered from Carmel Valley Chamber of Commerce and other information link pages. Other links:  DEL MAR - View Listings Del Mar is one of the most beautiful resort beach towns in the world, and this living guide provides lots of information: lodging, vacations and race season rentals, restaurants, activities, including the Race Track and San Diego County Fair, as well as beach & ocean water sports, the nearby San Diego, La Jolla and North County attractions. Del Mar is two square miles along the Northern San Diego County coast, best known for its beaches, fairgrounds and the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club "Where the turf meets the surf." With beautiful sandstone canyons interspersed with hillsides of custom homes, and astonishing sunsets, Del Mar is a global destination point for visitors, vacationers and residents alike. This town is well know for the race track and the San Diego County Fairgrounds. There are the balloon rides in the evening. It is walking distance to the beach and convenience shopping at "The Plaza". On Saturday afternoon, we have the farmers market near the City Hall and the library. The citizens of Del Mar are environmental conscious, wary of progress and protective of their quality of life. There are a lot of plant lovers and tree huggers here. The weather is perfect for outdoor walks or runs. The fresh air can do wonders. San Diego Zoo has the only Panda cub in this country. There are 3 beaches in Del Mar. The dog beach is on the north side, by the race track, where Via de la Valle joins into Highway 101 ( Old Pacific Highway). The Torrey Pine State Beach is on the south side where Carmel Valley Road joins into Highway 101. The beach in the middle is close to the Post Office and the Plaza. Standing at the railroad tracks by my house, you can see the coast line south to La Jolla and north to Oceanside. Other Links: http://www.delmar.ca.us/ http://www.dmusd.org/district/default.aspx http://www.dmtc.com/season/ http://www.sdfair.com/index.php?fuseaction=maps.home http://www.delmarplaza.com/ http://www.torreypine.org/  ENCINITAS - View Listings Encinitas is famously known as the "Flower Capital and Surf Capital of the World." Encinitas got its name from Encina Canada, Spanish for "hills of live oaks," which describes what Gaspar de Portola saw in 1669 when he led an expedition through the region. Beaches, flowers, peace and love welcome you to Encinitas. There's an established district with beaches and shady, tree-lined streets located on Historic 101. Cute flags with pink butterflies welcome guests and give the impression of a happy, old-fashioned place where businesses such as Encinitas Surfboards have plied their craft since 1975. With an average annual temperature of 72 degrees and sunshine nearly every day, life feels great, no matter what you do in Encinitas. This information was gathered by Beachcalifornia.com. For more information click here: http://www.beachcalifornia.com/encinit.html Other Links:  LA COSTA - View Listings La Costa refers to both a residential community of Carlsbad and the world-class golf and tennis resort and spa that thrives at its center. The community is located primarily south of Alga Road, east of El Camino Real, north of Olivenhain Blvd. and west of the north-south portion of Rancho Santa Fe Blvd. The La Costa Resort & Spa consists of two 18-hole golf courses, resort hotel and condominium units, 19 tennis courts and related retail businesses. Dr. Deepak Chopra operates the Chopra Center located at the resort. La Costa the community is mostly residential, with shopping centers, upscale boutiques and fine dining restaurants. Because of overlapping district lines, schools within the community may be located in one of four school districts. La Costa Canyon High School serves residents of Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe and other surrounding communities, along with the southernmost portion of Carlsbad. The popular San Elijo Middle School and San Marcos High School serve students on the north side of the golf course. Real estate in La Costa is priced well above the average for both California and San Diego County. La Costa's development began in 1965, when Irv Roston and a partner of the Desert Inn hotel in Las Vegas purchased 3,500 acres (14 km²) of the scenic area. A golf course was developed and homes began to be sold. The 90-room Rancho La Costa Inn was built to accommodate the visitors. Then, the Spa was added and ultimately, another 2,000 acres (8 km²) were purchased as the Inn grew in size. Sports Shinko, a Japanese company, bought the Resort in 1987. After years of decline, it was purchased in 2001 by KSL Resorts, a California resort hotel group. Each February since 1999, La Costa Resort & Spa has hosted the Accenture Match Play Championship, one of the World Golf Championships events. The 2006 edition of the event was the last at La Costa. The Acura Classic is the largest professional women's tennis tournament (WTA) in the world and is also held at La Costa. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlsbad%2C_California http://lc.sduhsd.net/  LA JOLLA - View Listings La Jolla, with a population of about 29,000, is a small beachfront community within San Diego county that has become one of California's most popular resort town.s With its 13.46 miles of rugged coastline, sandy beaches, hideaway caves, surrounding mountains and world class shopping and restaurants, La Jolla is a fabulous place to live! La Jolla is believed by its residents to have been named after "la joya", the Spanish word for jewel. Although this is thought to be only a legend, to the locals, La Jolla is just that: rare and precious. Boasting one of the most pleasant climates in the world (averaging in the low 70s) and some of the most famous beaches, La Jolla has become Southern California's riviera. Carved out of La Jolla's sandstone cliffs by centuries of wave impact and designated and underwater nature preserve, La Jolla Cove offers excellent swimming, beachcombing, and scuba diving. Windansea Beach is one of the top surfing breaks in California and was made popular by Tom Wolfe in his book The Pump House Gang. If you prefer to exercise on land, the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, La Jolla Country Club and renowned Torrey Pines Golf Club make La Jolla a sports heaven for any golfer or tennis player too. La Jolla is also home to some of the finest cultural centers in the United States, including the Museum of Contemporary Art and the La Jolla Playhouse, established by native Gregory Peck. The playhouse is located on the University of California at San Diego (UCSD), which is ranked second in the nation in biomedical and biomedical engineering programs making La Jolla a leading center for biomedical research. Just 7 miles to San Diego’s Downtown Gas Lamp District and its International Airport, La Jolla is definitely a good place to own a home in such a prime real esate location that is a treasure. Other Links: http://www.lajollaplayhouse.com/ http://www.lajollabythesea.com/home.php http://www.greatschools.net/city/La_Jolla/CA  LEUCADIA - View Listings A small community, much like Cardiff, located in the northern part of Encinitas along the coast. Leucadia is found west of the 101 Highway and mainly located around of Neptune Street. Leucadia is a small family community, that still holds onto its values. There are many fun activities planned by the residents of Leucadia, mainly surf competitions. Leucadia is a great place to raise a family and when retiring, Leucadia is an even better place to grow old in. Information provided by The encinitas-realestate http://www.encinitas-realestate.com/city_info_leucadia.html Other Links: http://www.encinitas-realestate.com/city_info_leucadia.html  RANCHO SANTA FE - View Listings Rancho Santa Fe is an unincorporated area located in the North County of San Diego. The "ranch" as it is fondly called is a California Historic Landmark and is known for its large lots, rural ambiance and celebrity residents. As with many communities in Southern California, Rancho Santa Fe's first residents were Native Americans. For some 10,000 years, the area's rolling hills, the adjacent San Dieguito River Valley and the nearby coastal lagoons served as seasonal home to bands of hunter-gatherers. Juan Cabrillo's discovery of San Diego and Gaspar de Portola's expedition in 1769 opened the era of Spanish colonization and subsequent Mexican rule. The State of California recognized Rancho Santa Fe's historical significance in 1989 by designating the community as a State Historic Landmark (#982) and further amending that designation in 2004 with California Cultural Landmark status. Information provided by San Diego Source and Rancho Santa Fe Association http://www.rsfassociation.org/pages/history.html http://www.sddt.com/Community/cityinfo.cfm?COM_ID=56&CAT_ID=5 Other Links: Rancho Sante Fe School District  SANTALUZ - View Listings Santaluz is San Diego's premier coastal golf community, located adjacent to Fairbanks Ranch and Rancho Santa Fe. The Santaluz Club is nestled in the heart of this 3,800-acre village whose highest knolls offer panoramic views of the coast. The natural habitat of golden rolling hills and timeless traditional California architecture of the homes and clubhouses create an authentic early California setting, unlike any other in the region. The amenities of the Santaluz Club are a sure way to bring enjoyment to the entire familiy. With a private championship golf course, spa, fitness facilities and exciting social opportunities for all ages, your lifestyle is sure to be enhanced by all the luxuries offered through a membership at The Santaluz Club. Other Links: http://www.delmar.ca.us/ http://www.dmusd.org/district/default.aspx http://www.dmtc.com/season/ http://www.sdfair.com/index.php?fuseaction=maps.home http://www.delmarplaza.com/ http://www.torreypine.org/  SOLANA BEACH - View Listings Solana Beach enjoys a sunny and fortunate location along the beach in the North San Diego County. The name actually means "sunny" in Spanish. Solana Beach is a community of sun, surf, and sand, providing a truly inspiring workplace environment. We believe there is no better place to live, work and play. Here, visitors explore charming shops, employees enjoy the thriving economy, and residents cherish the great community spirit. Along 101, you’ll find an interesting mix of surf shops, restaurants, hotels, arts-and-crafts galleries and everyday grocery and drug stores. About 20 miles north of downtown, you'll find sleepy Solana Beach and its tony Cedros Design District. Nestled between Interstate 5 and North Coast Highway 101 is Cedros Avenue, famous for its hip coastal lifestyle and artistic endeavors. A visit to Solana Beach is adventurous more so than most other beaches in Southern California. Information provided by The Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce, San Diego Source, and Sign On San Diego- Entertainment guide. http://www.solanabeachchamber.com/ http://www.a-zsandiegobeaches.com/solanabeach.htm http://www.sddt.com/Community/cityinfo.cfm?COM_ID=62&CAT_ID=5 http://entertainment.signonsandiego.com/profiles/places/91975 Other Links: Solana Beach school district http://www.sbsd.k12.ca.us/ The Belly up Tavern Bar/Venue http://www.bellyup.com/ Solana Beach Photo Page http://www.stockteam.com/solana.html Muni Net Guide for Solana Beach, Ca http://muninetguide.com/states/california/municipality/Solana_Beach.php I love Solana Beach info page http://www.ilovesolanabeach.com/ Official Travel Source for Solana Beach http://www.sandiego.org/article_set/Visitors/5/34 List of Solana Beach Elementary School District http://www.greatschools.net/schools.page?district=707&state=CA |
