While La Jolla is known to be one of the most affluent communities in the United States, it has a down to earth feel due to the beautiful natural scenery and the helpfulness of its residents. Moreover, in addition to fine restaurants, beautiful beaches, hotels and art galleries, La Jolla is home to renowned institutions, such as the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the Stephen Birch Aquarium & Museum.

La Jolla is not a typical modern suburb with endless rows of nearly identical tract homes. Rather it is a collection of custom homes which reflect building booms over many decades. The red roofed La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, a gathering place for the stars, dominates the distant shore from the Cove's vantage point. Their cosmopolitan lifestyle is clearly evident in the ultra-upscale village boutiques and perfectly manicured greens of Torrey Pines Golf Course. From the crashing waves along the shore to the estates on Mt. Soledad, homes in La Jolla are truly world class.

There are actually dozens of neighborhoods in La Jolla, here are just a few of the main areas:

La Jolla Shores and Farms is a beautiful area in the northern part of La Jolla overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Stately eight-figure mansions and state-of-the-art medical research labs now line the bluffs where stables and pastures once lay along N. Torrey Pines Road and La Jolla Farms Road. Part of La Jolla’s appeal has always been access to the ocean, so it’s no surprise that La Jolla Shores, with access to the flattest and most user-friendly beach in the area, continues to attract ocean lovers.

The Village displays so much traditional charm and is full of activity, shops and people. As La Jolla is an old community, there are very few vacant lots, and there are many bungalows and cottage type dwellings along streets adjacent to Girard, Pearl and Prospect. Though always quaint, the village area has not necessarily drawn a high percentage of local buyers until the past few years. The Village is now in great demand. People want an urban lifestyle, the ability to live in town and walk to restaurants, the theater, and entertainment.

Bird Rock area, which includes Hermosa, is like a second city with a mile long commercial district along La Jolla Blvd. Major residential streets include Bird Rock Avenue, Chelsea and Hermosa. This area is currently undergoing a major re-development.

The Nautilus-Muirlands area - This area features larger lots which have views or back up to the golf course Near Nautilus Street. The Muirlands is characterized by big lots, traditional estates and a more stately elegance. The Muirlands continues to draw those who want more land.

Mt. Soledad is a majestic sentinel overlooking the city, both bays and the sea all in one incredible 360 degree vista! There are approximately seven gated communities on the hilltop, as well as many contemporary custom houses along streets including Cardeno, and Soledad Mt. Road.

UTC - University Towne Center is also known as the Golden Triangle for its high property values and high rise office buildings. Located east of the 5 Freeway and west of the 805, it has many new developments of condos along Nobel and Regents Road. This is the "newest" area. The houses in this area are either condos or are on small pieces of property.

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