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Where the Turf Meets the Surf
Del Mar, CA · North County Coastal · 92014
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Living in Del Mar
Del Mar is the smallest and arguably most exclusive beach city in San Diego County — just 1.7 square miles of bluff-top estates, walkable village shops, and white-sand beach. It's home to the historic Del Mar Racetrack and one of the most sought-after ZIP codes on the West Coast.
Del Mar is what people picture when they imagine the California coastal lifestyle — Spanish-style buildings, oceanview restaurants, the Pacific at the end of every street, and a tight-knit community of around 4,300 residents. The summer racing season at Del Mar Racetrack transforms the town into a destination, while the rest of the year it remains quiet, refined, and walkable.
Real estate ranges from charming village cottages and townhomes within strolling distance of 15th Street, to bluff-top trophy estates with whitewater views, to gated luxury homes in Del Mar Mesa and Crosby Estates just east of the freeway. It's a community that punches well above its small footprint.
Median Home Price
$4.2M
Price Range
$1.8M – $40M+
ZIP Codes
92014
Why Live Here
Del Mar Lifestyle Highlights
Bluff-Top Beachfront
Rare oceanfront and ocean-view trophy properties
Del Mar Racetrack
Summer season racing, concerts, and Breeders' Cup
Walkable Village
Dining, shopping, and the sand all within blocks
Del Mar Schools
Top-rated Del Mar Union and San Dieguito districts
Inside the Homes
Types of Homes in Del Mar
Bluff-top oceanfront estates
Olde Del Mar Spanish-style homes
Beach Colony walk-to-sand cottages
Del Mar Mesa custom luxury estates
Crosby gated golf community homes
Modern coastal contemporary builds
Local Life
What to Love About Del Mar
Del Mar Plaza & 15th Street
Boutique shopping and oceanview dining in the heart of the village.
Powerhouse Park & Beach
Family-friendly stretch of sand with grass park and playground.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Year-round events, the San Diego County Fair, and summer racing.
Schools in Del Mar
Del Mar Union School District (elementary) is among California's highest-rated, feeding into San Dieguito Union High School District — home to Torrey Pines High, regularly ranked in the top 5% nationally.
Commute & Location
25 minutes to Downtown San Diego, 10 minutes to UCSD/UTC, 30 minutes to San Diego Airport. Easy I-5 access and a coastal Amtrak/Coaster station in town.
Plan Your Purchase
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Loan Details
$100K$5M
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$26,312
per month
Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest$21,237
Property Tax(1.1%)$3,850
Home Insurance$1,225
Loan Amount$3,360,000
*Estimate only. Does not include HOA fees, PMI, or Mello-Roos. Contact us for a personalized financing consultation.
Common Questions
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