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Beach Plum KitchenRestaurants
Jimbo's NaturallyGroceries
Cinépolis Luxury CinemasNightlife
La Costa Coffee RoastingCafes
Apple StoreShopping
Equinox La CostaFitness
La Costa Wine Co.Groceries
Bob's Steak & Chop HouseNightlife
Pressed JuiceryCafes
Victoria's Secret PINKShopping
Maribel ArtArts and Entertainment- Orangetheory FitnessFitness
Tin Leaf Fresh KitchenRestaurants
Gelson's MarketGroceries
Diversions Sport LoungeNightlife
StarbucksCafes
LOFTShopping
Jennifer Chapman DesignArts and Entertainment- PFC Fitness CampFitness
Urban PlatesRestaurants- Walmart Grocery Pickup & DeliveryGroceries
Black Rail KitcheNightlife
StarbucksCafes
Forum Shops At CarlsbadShopping
Studio BarreFitness
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What Locals Say
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Everyone is friendly and all properties are cared for a very beautiful views , peaceful and immaculate."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"This is an amazing place to have a family or even just a dog or two and enjoy the amazing weather!!!"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"There are some small parks and lots of space on streets to walk your dogs if you’re so inclined. Most people are very dog friendly in the neighborhood. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Many families very safe and peaceful. Quiet and good place to raise children and many younger parents in neighborhood"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Great neighborhood. Clean. Safe. Friendly. Easy access to beaches, restaurants, groceries, trails, shopping, etc. great schools, awesome weather. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Nice safe and quiet neighborhood. Close to beaches shopping highways etc. been here for the past five years. Great schools!"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Mix of owners and renters, not a lot of kids, sidewalks good for walking, stores nearby but most people drive, a lot of dog owners, good parks and close to beach access"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"We’ve lived here for 10 years, raised our kids here and plan to retire here. The schools are great and the neighbors are friendly. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Halloween is insane and so fun. End of school year huge party, Memorial Day 4th of July etc. all holidays are block parties. I would say the majority of homeowners are in their late 30’s to early 40’s with small children. There are kids everywhere. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"All young families who are very close. Lots of holiday parties and a great city park with tennis courts and bathrooms."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Very nice neighborhood for families and seniors! Very safe!! I would recommend this neighborhood to many people! Has many amenities nearby and lots of good trails and streets to walk!"
- Glori M.
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"Friendly neighborhood and lots of dog owners. Everyone says hi and picks up after their dogs. Everyone I see has their dog on leash. "
- Sterling E.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Lots of people out daily walking their dogs. Great trails. From time to time some folks don’t clean up after their dogs."
- Plkskis
- Resident
- 3y ago
"It’d be better with an allocated pet space for dogs as opposed to just relieving themselves on neighbors yards but it’s ok as long as they pick up after them. "
- Vhernandez0131
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I work from home, normally traffic is light but does get busy around 5-6pm rush hour. People are nice in the area but there are lots of businesses which make it a little busy. "
- Imahni K.
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"There are many schools in this area and it is a very safe community. I visit my friend here very often and we are able to stay out in public until late at night with no worries regarding crime."
- Elizabethfis
- Resident
- 4y ago
"There’s a lot of trails and a lot of open space. It’s pretty to walk around in and very safe. There’s a lot of coyotes. There was even a coyote pup in my driveway."
- Lisa F.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Block parties, neighborhood watch, pet walkers, people who clean up after their pets. Neighborhood garage sale. "
- Mina G.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"The schools in this area are very very good. The schools have a very good program and a very good special ed program."
- Mina G.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great location between San Marcos, Vista, Carlsbad, and Encinitas. Easy to access the 5. Close to shopping, library, eateries, and parks."
- Adriana .
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"The neighborhood is absolutely great for going on walks. Shopping for necessities is nearby. Library is wonderful. Banks nearby. Restaurants are decent."
- Lisa K.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"It’s a beautiful area. Absolutely charming. Relaxed and safe. Tranquil and near to school and shops. "
- KS.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Great place to raise kids, very friendly. You will need a car to get a round though but tons for play areas for kids."
- RD
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Great schools, great library walking distance, movie theater, pet friendly and safe neighborhood. "
- Corenhurtt
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I couldn't consider anywhere other than La Costa. I just love the aura of the area! The only problem here is that there is an abundance of car break ins. Other than that the neighborhood is rather safe."
- Vhernandez0131
- Resident
- 5y ago
"It’s a safe neighborhood, a lot of well behaved dogs and kid friendly environment. There are nice parks nearby with dog park lots of walking areas."
- Katkrul
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I do not commute into work as I work virtually from hone. When I do go to an office I find the commute into San Diego quite easy. There are some rush hour times I like to avoid but overall it’s a relatively quick commute."
- Ziadhamzeh
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Good and easy. Very light and organized traffic. Relatively light traffic during peak hours. Very good neighborhood "
- Turhan C.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are lots of households that have dogs & the community (shops, restaurants, etc) is dog-friendly. There are sidewalks throughout & some trails for regular walks with your dog. People seem to welcome your pet & treat them like family when they encounter them on walks and around the neighborhood. "
- Grelax78
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I have lived her for a year and a half. It is a great community to live in and raise a family. Whoever wants to move here would be happy "
Schools
- La Costa Meadows Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 696 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe social and emotional well-being of the students take a back seat at this school. They claim to understand the importance of mental health and its connection to academic growth but I have not seen it with the new administration. Staff is supported while the children and their feelings are not considered. I’m glad my child is graduating this year or I would consider moving her to another school.Parent Review2mo ago - El Camino Creek Elementary School
- K-6
- Public
- 498 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe recently moved into this school zone and started our kids at ECC and find it to be OUTSTANDING! It is a California Kindness Distinguished school and really lives up to the name. The leadership is top notch, and so are the teachers. They have promoted a love of learning and an atmosphere where my kids look forward to school. There is a celebration of diversity and inclusion, and a very very active PTA. We have loved meeting other parents and attending all the school sponsored activities. People are friendly and nice and welcoming to others. Truly, we couldn’t be more delighted by the experience our kids have had at ECC. My only critique is that I do wish they had a music and art teacher on staff, instead of parent volunteers… but I know they are currently hiring for one, so when that’s accomplished- ECC will be perfect!Parent Review1mo ago - La Costa Heights Elementary School
- K-6
- Public
- 599 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageLike others, we were excited to move into this neighborhood and LCH was a big draw. Unfortunately, our experience is not one I would recommend and we are currently seeking options to change schools for our family. The Principal is not authentic nor transparent and seems to have ulterior motives at all times. The school has refused our child services despite them having a diagnosed disability and learning difference and being behind grade level. They also teach from reading programs that have no scientific evidence that they can actually teach kids to read (they just teach kids to memorize). Don’t take it from me, there’s an entire piece of investigative research on this in Sold A Story. On top of all of our ongoing challenges, they make a big deal at the beginning of the school year on how even a few absences a year can lead to kids missing critical parts of their education and yet we’ve had a sub like 20 days this school year and it’s only February… Something needs to change at this school before I would ever consider sending a kid here.Parent Review1y ago - Grace Academy
- 1-12
- Private
- 24 Students
N/AGreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
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