La Jolla

A resort community that´s a vacationers and tourist paradise for people all over the world.

Welcome to La Jolla

 
The beautiful coastal community of La Jolla is a resort area located in San Diego County, California along the Pacific Coast. La Jolla is a resort community that´s a vacationers and tourist paradise for people all over the world. It’s located approximately 12 miles from downtown San Diego and complete with beautiful beaches, scenic surroundings, and local attractions, making owning La Jolla real estate an attractive investment. As one of San Diego’s most quaint beachfront communities with a total population of around 29,000. La Jolla has become one of California’s most popular and well-known resort towns.
 
Within the 13.46 miles that make up La Jolla are rugged coastline, sandy beaches, hideaway caves, surrounding mountains as well as world-class shopping and restaurants. La Jolla is a fabulous place to visit and an even better place to call home. La Jolla received its name after “la joya”, the Spanish word for jewel and although this is thought to only be legend, the residents of La Jolla think the description could not be closer to that of a rare and precious jewel. 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 an 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 jewel and to own a home in such a prime real estate location is a treasure.
 

La Jolla Education

Education is a high priority in La Jolla with the University of California, San Diego being the highlight of the education system. La Jolla also is backed by the San Diego School District. The San Diego School District is invested in supplying a challenging scholastic program for its students. With a heavy focus on honor, La Jolla schools seek to develop effective and influential adults. Endow your children with a first-rate education by searching out La Jolla homes for sale.
 

The La Jolla Community

La Jolla is a town of charming, amiable neighbors. With all the coziness and safety of a suburban neighborhood, the climate of La Jolla is ideal. La Jolla preserves a small-town quality while still being within reach of convenient urban amenities. The active focus on community and education is why so many people have chosen to call La Jolla home. Explore the value of La Jolla real estate.
 

La Jolla Featured Listings

The La Jolla real estate market currently offers great deals on homes for sale. From beachfront properties to single-family residential homes, luxury properties, condominiums, and more, La Jolla has it all. Take advantage now while interest rates are low and buyer programs such as the $8,000 buyer´s credit are still available. These home buyer programs provide more opportunities for home ownership than ever. As your La Jolla real estate agent, The Daniels Group is pleased to provide you with access to view our Office Listings and Virtual Tours of local La Jolla homes. We also offer our clients a quick and easy way to Search for La Jolla real estate in order to help you find the perfect home.
 

La Jolla Real Estate Services

As consistent Top Producers in real estate, Linda Daniels and The Daniels Group are your La Jolla housing specialists. Working with The Daniels Group will give you the advantage of having local experts to ensure that you have a successful real estate transaction. From buying, selling, and investing to financing options and more, we have the expertise and resources to help you achieve your goals.  

Overview for La Jolla, CA

41,306 people live in La Jolla, where the median age is 47.1 and the average individual income is $82,335.69. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,306

Total Population

47.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$82,335.69

Average individual Income

Around La Jolla, CA

There's plenty to do around La Jolla, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

70
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
73
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
32
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sager Family Farm, Monster Longe, and Coastal Fit Club.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 3.08 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.05 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.59 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.94 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.81 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.6 miles 39 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for La Jolla, CA

La Jolla has 17,834 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in La Jolla do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 41,306 people call La Jolla home. The population density is 3,304.46 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,306

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

47.1

Median Age

50.02 / 49.98%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
17,834

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$82,335.69

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in La Jolla, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby La Jolla. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Montessori Institute Of San Diego Child House
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
La Jolla Country Day School
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
PRIVATE
6th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
6th - 12th
5/5
La Jolla Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Torrey Pines Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
The Gillispie School
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Stella Maris Academy
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
All Hallows Academy
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
San Diego French American School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
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