Otay Mesa Real Estate

Community Profile

Just north of the U.S.–Mexico border in the southern part of the city of San Diego is Otay Mesa. Otay Mesa sits on a ridge that overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers spectacular views of the Coronado Islands as well as San Diego. This convenient location allows residents easy access to South Bay beaches and Baja California.

Otay Mesa Real Estate

The development of Otay Mesa dates back to 1957 when the area’s rabbit population outnumbered the residents who numbered 1,000. With that in mind, the area is aptly named “brushy place” in Spanish, a fitting description in the early days. Today, over 57% of the Otay Mesa planning area encompasses approximately 17,000 residential units. Buyers looking to move to southern San Diego will discover Otay Mesa real estate fits a broad range of needs and wants.

Unlike other planned communities that are filled with identical cookie-cutter houses, Otay Mesa homes for sale include condos, townhouses, and apartments, as well as attached and detached homes. These properties feature a variety of elevations, floor plans, and custom styling. Make your dream of owning a beautiful piece of property in a scenic and peaceful southern San Diego region.

Employment Opportunities

Those looking to make the move to Otay Mesa will appreciate the availability of local jobs. Envisioned as a major employment center, Otay Mesa residents enjoy the growing industrial and manufacturing development in South County San Diego. What’s more, those who commute daily can forego driving in favor of public transportation provided by MTS (bus).

Great Outdoors

Otay Mesa is in just the right location to get out and experience all the natural beauty and wonders of California. Surrounded by nature, the Otay and Tijuana rivers form the northern and southern borders of the community. The Otay Valley Regional Park links Otay Lakes to San Diego Bay. With that in mind, the area provides plenty of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, Otay Mesa is home to several parks and playgrounds including Riviera Del Sol Neighborhood Park, Cesar Solis Community Park, and Vista Terrace Park. These open areas provide recreational spaces for residents of all ages.

Where to Eat

From quick and casual to high-end and chic, foodies have plenty of options to choose from. You can grab your morning cup of coffee from Starbucks or Nativo Coffee Community and sit down for a relaxed weekend brunch at Jersey Mike's Subs or Birria Si. Residents love to order tacos from La Casa del Mole Poblano, or burgers from Carl's Jr.

For a fun dine-in experience, Golden House and La Casa del Mole Poblano offer some great spots. Satisfy your sweet tooth cravings at dessert shops such as Teresita's Fruiteria, Churros El Tigre, and Circus Ma'am Ice Cream. And if you prefer a home type of cooking, you can prepare a feast after restocking your pantry at Walmart, VONS, or Grocery Outlet.

Educational Opportunities in Otay Mesa

The local schools are one of the main reasons many families choose to move to Otay Mesa. Some of the schools assigned to Otay Mesa include:

• Finney Elementary School
• Juarez Lincon Elementary School
• Montgomery Middle School
• Montgomery High School
• San Ysidro High School

Parents could also choose to send their children to one of the many exemplary private schools in the area. For higher educational pursuits, residents have easy access to nearby colleges and universities as well as several opportunities for employee skills training.

Considering buying or selling in Otay Mesa? Let our local real estate agents assist you with the purchase of your next property or expertly negotiate the sale of your current Otay Mesa home. As your local San Diego real estate agents, we're experts on the market dynamics unique to the California market. We'll get to work for you today!