The incredible climate, picturesque coastal beauty and big city amenities make San Diego a destination for many people seeking a second home. Although the real estate market in San Diego has it's problems, condos, lofts and townhomes offer a wide selection of styles, locations and price points for those looking to capture a piece of the California coastal lifestyle. San Diego as a city encompasses some well known neighborhoods including Mission Beach, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach and La Jolla and as for the county of San Diego, it includes many cities just to the North or inland that make up this great area. Downtown San Diego has seen its skyline and personality very much transformed, the Gaslamp City Square located on J Street is a great example.
For the people that want to be right on the beach and full access to the coast, then the Mission Beach and Pacific Beach communities might be just perfect. These neighborhoods offer many duplex style homes or some condo developments with only 4 to 8 units. Although prices vary, these condos have a strong rental market that may help to offset some costs. La Jolla is the combination of the best parts from Downtown San Diego and the Mission Beach/Pacific Beach neighborhoods. With 20 miles of beach front, just 14 miles from downtown, a downtown of its own featuring gourmet restaurants and art galleries, La Jolla has all the makings for a great second home destination. Downtown San Diego, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach and La Jolla are only a few of the unique locations for San Diego condos. The area has a large number of hidden gems heading further north to Carlsbad or to the other beach areas like Coronado. As for the downtown market, it comes with a number of new units and offers a great selection.
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