Del Cerro

A nice, calm neighborhood in a convenient location. You can get pretty much anywhere in San Diego in 20 minutes by car (well, that’s if traffic will allow). You can even hike it up to SDSU to hop on the trolley if a stumble through downtown or TJ is on deck for the day. The houses are nice one and two stories from the ‘50s and ‘60s. And the majority of the neighborhood is on a hill (go figure).
There’s not a ton of retail, but all the basics are met: grocery store, gas station, barber shop, salon a few eateries. Also, not a ton of nightlife. Del Cerro is definitely a better place to live than play.

Del Cerro is a nice, older community. A great location for college students to live in as it isn’t ghetto, it’s close to the college, and it’s where many families live. You’ll see many families outside with their children and pets. It’s a great location as its near Mission valley and Fashion Valley so there are many places to shop, eat and drink nearby!

One of the best kept secrets in San Diego. A lot of people rave about other neighborhoods, but Del Cerro is one of the best areas in San Diego to live. Why? Quiet, very little crime, very little traffic, well built houses (almost everything was built in the 60’s), stability, and good people. During the recent drop in real estate prices, things stayed stable in comparison and there was only one foreclosure I know of. There is not the high turn over in sales and people moving in and out that you would have in places like UTC or PB. Shopping is good too with the nearby Windmill and Keil’s Supermarkets.
The location is excellent with quick access to 8 &15 freeways, Lake Murray and Mission Trails Regional Park. On our street all the houses are 4 – 5 bedrooms and around 2,500 square feet on ¼ acre lots. Nothing much ever happens here and that’s the way I like it.

That sinking feeling when you walk towards your car and see broken glass on the ground that wasn’t there when you parked.
I was more of a fan until some scumbag (s) smashed my car window and stole my kid’s stuff.
I’m surprised because this neighborhood is relatively very clean and we parked in a quiet residential area that typically has locals walking around.
Hindsight. Maybe if I did this or that. It could’ve happened almost anywhere, but unfortunately it happened here :(

What a charming hidden community.
Centrally located and only 15 minutes or less to most San Diego locations.
Great panoramic Ocean views from some select homes, see all the way from TJ to La Jolla.
Quiet and upscale neighborhood build in the early 70’s. Some homes are original but many are remodeled with complete luxury.
Schools are top-​notch San Diego schools.
Easy access to University, SDSU and several hospitals and medical groups.
Plenty of private school options as well.
Favorite shopping is Windmill Farms.
Check it out.

I’m originally from north county, been in east county for4 yrs and recently drove around and so fell in love with del cerro it’s a perfect place for me to move to

Great neighborhood to raise a family

What a sweet sweet neighborhood! No one drives too fast, safe, great for kids!
Del Cerro boasts a fantastic pre-​school — Canyon Rim Children’s Center!
We also love the Windmill Farms grocery just off the freeway! KNB Wine Cellars next door is awesome and has such great bar tapas to go with your wine or ice cold bevs!
Also, Princess Del Cerro park is so large with courts and a nice paved trail for the little guys to ride bikes or scooters around! Used to come here weekly when my guys were tiny. Our mom’s group has a special place in our hearts for this park! Lots of cool shade trees and a tiny bit of shallow canyon area and mini-​hills to explore. It’s an amazingly clean and well-​maintained park for little ones and big.
Back in the B.K. era (before kids) I also used to love to hit all the great estate sales and garage sales every weekend in Del Cerro!
This is a sleeper neighborhood and I have no idea why more people I know don’t live here! It’s super affordable for central San Diego and some lots have amazing views!

Lovely place to live! It’s quiet, and there are little hidden bars and restaurants all over. Safe, and kid friendly.
Del Cerro, I love you.