San Diego is one of the gems of California, with more than 17 miles of coastline and many cultural and academic past times to keep residents out and about. Mission Bay Park is one of the oldest neighborhoods of San Diego, located just north of the center of San Diego. It was originally subdivided in 1908 as one of the city's first suburbs, nestled between Hillcrest 92103 and Old Town. Over the years, famous architects have built along the canyon rims to add to the atmosphere of the neighborhood. Among the creative geniuses who have who have had a hand in the subdivision include William Templeton Johnson and John Lloyd Wright.
Mission Hills boasts an eclectic variety of home styles, from the quaint bungalow to lavishly built Craftsman homes. Most of the homes in the area were constructed between 1910-1940, so there are a number of Spanish and Mission Revival-style homes. The neighborhood has large, quiet streets that allow for a quiet setting. However, with the historic background of the area, Mission Hills hosts a number of home tours each year. In fact, there are more than a couple historic districts in Mission Hills including Fort Stockton Line with 107 homes and Mission Hills Historic District Extension that incorporates 99 homes. For residents of the area, recognized status as a historic home offers a wealth of tax advantages.
As with other distinctive neighborhoods of San Diego, Mission Hills has a rich business and shopping district. Small boutiques, clothing stores, antique shops and specialty stores downtown and in Hillcrest make for plenty of places to shop for something different. Downtown offers the open air shopping malls Horton Plaza and Seaport Village in addition to parks, museums and the local ballpark. Residents often spend the warm summer nights at local Pioneer Park, which hosts free music concerts and other community events. In addition to a busy lifestyle, the area also has a farmers market and local art and ballet studios for area children.
Mission Hills San Diego is an area of beauty and history. The homes are unique and are often perched among the canyons as if built from the canyon walls themselves. Many of the houses have beautiful views of the ocean or bay. Median home sales for the Mission Hills area is $788,000 with the average listing price nearly $2 million. Living in Mission Hills San Diego truly is a beautiful experience.
