California Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Imperial Beach, California

Population: 26,992

Located in San Diego County

The City of Imperial Beach has a great slogan: "A Bit of Paradise? Every Day of the Year." This Southern Californian community is still a hidden treasure, known for its sandcastle contest, it is now beginning to garner attention as a wonderful place to raise a family.

The school districts serving the community prove that synergy can be obtained by combining an active community interest, the city government's assistance and forward looking school district administrators. Working together is evident from the long list of achievements and visionary programs already in place.

The South Bay Union (Elementary) School District has received high honors by California's State Superintendent of Public Instruction for its forefront work toward visionary standards for California schools this past year. Their innovative programs helped students succeed in reading and encouraged parents to be active in their children's schools.

Visitors from all over flock to Imperial Beach to revel in our beautiful coastline. We are the home to the renown U. S. Open Sandcastle Competition, and our immaculate beach is ideal for swimming, jogging, sunbathing and some world-class surfing.

Imperial Beach offers the luxuries to experience tranquil moonlight strolls and magnificent sunset vistas. With ample parking and clusters of restaurants and retail shops in close proximity, one can pick up a quick picnic lunch or dine in a restaurant with an ocean view.

The perfect place for a picnic on the beach and some enjoyable family-fun in Dunes Park, a new beachfront park with state-of-the-art playground equipment, a volleyball area and picnic tables. A special feature of this park includes the recent addition of Ocean Riders, a seven foot high bronze sculpture, by the renown artist Wyland. The popular beachfront park was constructed by the San Diego Port District.

If you thought all of Southern California was expensive when it came to housing, you're in for a pleasant surprise! A four bedroom home with two bathrooms is very reasonably priced at $250-$350,000. A two bedroom condo will set you back about $120,000. Rentals are extremely reasonable too. A four bedroom home will rent for between $1,100 and $1,500 depending on the age of the property. An apartment, with one or two bedrooms ranges in price from $500 to $700. These prices are comparable with cities in other states. Imperial Beach is certainly a hidden delight in regard to real estate!

Climate, sea, sand, play areas, excellent schools, affordability; what else can be said about Imperial Beach?