Old Town

Old Town

San Diego, California Homes for Sale

About Old Town

The Old Town neighborhood in San Diego was formally called El Presidio Real de San Diego, named after a historic fort dating back to 1769. Gaspar de Portola established the fort as a leader of the very first European land exploration in California. As the first of the Spanish missions in California, the area was the base of operations during the Spanish colonization of the state. Although the fort was abandoned in 1835, the original site is still present on Presidio Hill. The neighborhoods that developed around the area vary from upscale, historic architecture to more modern condominium buildings. Mission Hill is known for its extensive shopping malls, restaurants, and housing.

Quick Facts

Current Prices: $869,000 to $1,499,900

Closed Prices: $564,900 to $2,425,000

Median Sale Price: $1,610,000

Average $ per sq ft: $901

Association Fee Ranges: $195 to $485/mo, $0 to $180

Type: Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home

Age: 1927 to 1983

Sq. Ft.: 840 to 2370 Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms: 1 to 4 Bedrooms

Bathrooms: 1 to 4 Bathrooms

Around Old Town

Old Town has a few newer construction single-family homes that are scattered along the perimeter. Many of the homes within Old Town are condominium style and are nestled along the San Diego River and the shopping complexes along Friars Road. Those looking for a quieter, more residential experience will find the area north of Friars Road particularly enticing, being near Old Town's shops while tucked away from the hustle-and-bustle of this highly trafficked area.

Old Town is located in one of the best areas for dining out. Most of the neighborhood's dining options are concentrated along Camino De La Reina and Friars Road and range from chef-driven concepts to fast food restaurants to BBQ establishments. Old Town and Point Loma are just minutes away and offer everything from burger joints to elegant eateries. You can choose from Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, breweries, Italian, Brazilian, and a host of other cuisines.

Old Town is a breathtaking neighborhood, being surrounded by undulating hills and dramatic natural scenery. The neighborhood is famous for its landscaping, which was influenced by Kate Sessions, a renowned botanist who founded a nursery in the early 1900s. The nursery is still open and imports exotic plants from all around the world. You can also visit the San Diego Mission, founded by Junipero Serra, that was beautifully restored and is consistently well maintained.

Old Town provides residents with many eateries, clubs, theaters, and shopping malls, making any Friday night in the neighborhood an exciting one. Most of the nightlife options are centered around Qualcomm Stadium and the shopping districts along Friars Road. The options range from dive bars to breweries to sports pubs. And downtown with its famous Gaslamp District is only ten minutes away.

Old Town has a tranquil, relaxed atmosphere, and Sundays are best spent sipping coffee, reading the Sunday paper, and then taking a walk to enjoy the nearby parks. Or you can find some great Sunday brunches in Old Town or on Shelter Island in nearby Point Loma after playing a round at the Riverwalk Golf Club. Being so close to the water, you have an extensive choice of shops that buy their fish each morning right from the boats that arrive daily.

Locals Love

  • Stunning architecture
  • Historic feel
  • Gardens and landscaping

Locals Don't Love

  • Traffic from surrounding areas

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