Scripps Ranch Real Estate

Community Profile

Are you thinking about a more simple life in a northern suburb of San Diego? Scripps Ranch, California, is located north of the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, about 15 miles north of Downtown San Diego, right off Interstate 15. Boasting a convenient location within San Diego’s city limits, homeowners receive all the benefits of living in a larger metropolitan area, whilst maintaining an atmosphere of a smaller suburb.

Scripps Ranch Real Estate

Scripps Ranch is a small community with the suburb having only a few main neighborhoods. Set on 1,200 acres, Scripps Ranch is home to Central Scripps Ranch, Scripps Ranch Villages, and Scripps Ranch Fairbrook Estates. Homes for sale in Scripps Ranch offer an eclectic selection of housing in both a variety of styles and price ranges. The less-populated areas have large working ranches and small family farms that retain their rural charm. Scripps Ranch real estate is also home to many hiking trails and nearby shops, creating a fun atmosphere for all ages. Furthermore, living close to nature (thanks to Miramar Reservoir), and easy access to business hubs means you get the best of both worlds when you live in this northern suburb.

Jobs in Scripps Ranch

Great economic opportunities and the community’s unity and are some of the big attractions to living in Scripps Ranch. Because the community is located just north of the Marine Corps Air Station, there are several military personnel living in the area. The Rhino Linings Corporation, Lockheed Martin, National University, and LG Electronics are the main employers in the Scripps Ranch area. With an average commute of 22.5 minutes, this prime location only twenty minutes away from Downtown San Diego offers residents plenty of career and job opportunities.

Things to Do & Attractions in Scripps Ranch

Few places in the country serve up opportunities to enjoy the gorgeous year-round weather like Scripps Ranch. For residents looking to spend the day outside, let your outdoor adventures take you to Lake Miramar, a beautiful reservoir surrounded by greenery. Enjoy scenic views and water recreational activities including fishing, boating, and kayaking. Picnic tables and barbeques around the lake make the lake the perfect spot for family fun outings. Other must-visit attractions in Scripps Ranch include:

• Lake View Park
• La Jolla Cove
• Balboa Park
• Old Town
• San Diego Natural History Museum

The shopping in Scripps Ranch is second-to-none, thanks to many convenient shopping areas. You will have no problem restocking your daily essentials at shopping malls including:

• Scripps Ranch Village Shopping Center
• Scripps Ranch Marketplace
• Scripps Ranch Shopping Center

Wondering where you can grab a bite to eat after working up an appetite shopping? The culinary scene in Scripps Ranch is as diverse as its housing. Top picks include Little Italy Bar & Grill for exceptional Italian cuisine and Yanni’s Bar and Grille for authentic Meditteranean home cooking.

Schools in Scripps Ranch

Are schools are important to you? Scripps Ranch has plenty of reputable elementary and public schools for students from kindergarten to 8th grade. Here are some of the assigned schools for this community:

• Dingeman Elementary School
• Jerabek Elementary School
• Thurgood Marshall Middle School
• Scripps Ranch High School

There are also private schools to choose from in the area, including Scripps Montessori School and Scripps Ranch KinderCare. Residents planning to pursue a certificate or degree can access John Paul the Great Catholic University and Alliant International University.

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