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Weather

The weather in all of San Diego is absolutely wonderful any time of the year but in the northern coastal region, you will always have a warm Pacific Ocean breeze blowing through your windows. The quality of air you will find here is unheard of in other regions of California. Living on the coast offers you fresh, clean air any time of the day.1

Surfing

Granted, you can find other great surf location in San Diego County but the best area by far is Swamis in Encinitas. The waves here are second to none in the area. Be prepared for some intense rides if you plan to surf in this area as well as some fierce competition from the locals who have been riding these waves for years. Thankfully there are plenty of places to surf in San Diego, so you can always find a spot where the crowds are minimal!2

Food

The choices of restaurants you will find in the northern coastal area are plentiful. Whether you prefer an authentic Italian setting or a taste of Mexico, you are sure to find it in Encinitas or Oceanside. Aside from the great selection of restaurants, you can also find numerous markets offering fresh produce grown either in the area or in nearby Mexico. Because of the great climate in the region, you will always be able to find a great variety of fresh produce.3

Family Atmosphere

The northern coastal area of San Diego County is a great place to raise a family. Most residents in North County San Diego are extremely friendly and welcoming no matter where you go. If you don’t have plans for the weekend there is a good chance your neighbors will. With the perfect weather and family atmosphere there is always something to do!4

Schools

Don’t fall for the misrepresentations you see of California surf kids on television. Truth be told, San Diego is considered one of the most highly educated areas of the country. San Diego County takes education very seriously and you can expect to find top rated schools in every northern coastal San Diego County city.5

Home Values

Despite the recent national decline in home values, the properties in northern coastal San Diego County have only decreased slightly while some of them have even increased in value over the past 12 months. The properties in this region of San Diego County are highly sought after and often hard to come by. If you ever decide to sell your home, rest assured that you will bring in top dollar.6

Commute

While the majority of higher paying jobs are probably in the City of San Diego, the northern coastal region is just a short drive up Interstate 5. Because of the great infrastructure of the City of San Diego, you won’t have to worry about sitting in traffic for hours or having to leave two hours early for a thirty minute commute. Even on a slow day you are likely to reach the city within 45 minutes from Carlsbad.7

Wineries

You will find several wineries throughout San Diego County with a few prominent ones located in the northern coastal region. These wineries are a great place to visit during tastings and also offer a great look into the culture of San Diego County. Be sure to take any visitors you have to the wineries- they won’t want to miss the opportunity to see California grapes at their finest!8

Location

The northern coastal San Diego County region is the prime location for people who often travel between the City of San Diego and Los Angeles. While it is only a short distance to the north of the City of San Diego, it will make those frequent trips to the north significantly shorter. This is one of the main reasons so many business professionals migrate to the area.9

Scenery

You will not find a more gorgeous area in San Diego County than the northern coastal region. A good deal of the coast is line with cliffs which make for beautiful settings. From the trees to the flowers to the awe inspiring sunsets, northern coastal San Diego County is by far the most gorgeous of the county.

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