Carmel Valley

 

 

With stunning geography bordered by the Pacific Ocean and set among rolling hills, North County San Diego has a wealth of beauty, history and culture. The region is an exquisitely-planned patchwork of communities, each with its own amenities and character.

What follows is a brief introduction to some of North County’s finest residential communities. We invite you to browse this information and then contact us to discuss your San Diego real estate needs and let us show you the possibilities.

Carmel Valley (92130) construction began in 1983, when the area was still known as “North City West.” A master-planned community, renamed in the early 1990s, Carmel Valley is served by five local parks, a number of mini-parks, a community recreation center, athletic clubs and easy access to Pacific beaches at Del Mar and Torrey Pines. There is also a well-developed trail system and ample open space areas. The development takes its name from the Carmelite Sisters of Mercy, who maintained a dairy farm and monastery in the area in the early 20th century. Early community design highlighted mesa-top construction that left canyons as undeveloped open areas. All Carmel Valley development is considered by the Carmel Valley Community Planning Board (CVCPB), an advisory group of elected volunteers. Families in the area are served by several school districts, including the Solana Beach School District, the Del Mar Union School District and the San Dieguito Union High School District.

 

Within Carmel Valley, Collins Ranch is a luxury gated community of 52 estate homes built along quiet tree-lined streets. Collins Ranch families enjoy the advantages of schools in the Poway Unified School District. The enclave also has a playground and community swimming pool.