City Guide
Oceanside, CA
Overview
Oceanside, CA, is well known for its iconic wood pier, beautiful harbor, and sandy beaches. With around 174,000 residents, living in Oceanside will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. The city is home to Mission San Luis Rey, also called the "King of the Missions." Oceanside is also one of three cities known as the "tri-city." Carlsbad and Chula Vista are the other cities to make up the trifecta.
What’s it like to live in Oceanside, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Oceanside, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$850,000
and homes stay on the market for 25 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Oceanside are $950,000
and $567,500
, respectively. Oceanside area townhouses have a median sale price of $765,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Oceanside, CAExplore our Oceanside housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Oceanside home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Oceanside rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Oceanside rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Oceanside, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Oceanside
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
South Oceanside | $1,465,000 | 55 / 100 | 62 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Oceana | $515,000 | 60 / 100 | 24 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Ocean Hills | $1,000,000 | 69 / 100 | 23 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Olde Carlsbad | $1,500,000 | 65 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Fire Mountain | $1,324,900 | 66 / 100 | 51 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Oceanside Articles & Neighborhood Content
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What is there to do in Oceanside, CA ?
There are a lot of great activities to do in Oceanside, CA, from enjoying local art, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Home to countless museums, make sure to check out California Surf Museum, Oceanside Museum of Art, and North County Model Railroad Society. Star Theatre and Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre are just a couple of performing arts venues that contribute to the city's vibrant arts and culture scene. Parks are abundant in Oceanside, where you can find green spaces like Mance Buchanon Park, Guajome Regional Park, and Martin Luther King Park. You'll find plenty of restaurants and up-and-coming eateries throughout the city. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant, Mary's Family Restaurant, and Anita's Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in Oceanside
What's the best way to get around Oceanside, CA ?
The best way to get around Oceanside is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Oceanside has a walk score of 39, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Oceanside has a transit score of 33, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 92054, 92056 and 92057. You can also get around Oceanside by bike. With a bike score of 33, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Oceanside Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Oceanside has 8 heavy rail stations; Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside Metrolink Train Station, Amtrak, Pacific Surfliner, College Boulevard Sprinter Station, Crouch St Station Oceanside, El Camino Real Sprinter Station, NCTD Coaster Train. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 16 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 3 bike rental locations.
Airports
Oceanside has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.