San Diego's Balboa Park Neighborhood
Balboa Park Neighborhood Map
Homes for Rent in Balboa Park
| Price | Description | Home Report |
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Neighborhood Basics
Balboa Park is neither considered poor area nor a rich area. The poverty rate is close to average for the San Diego area. Because Balboa Park is very spread out, you won't find it very walkable. Plan on having a car to get around. Limited public transit is available in Balboa Park, but it does not serve all areas of the neighborhood. If public transit is a requirement for you, it will be important to live near a stop to avoid very long walks. You will need to drive a short distance or ride public transit to reach the nearest beach.Cost of Living
Balboa Park has some of the least expensive homes in the county. Compared to other areas, it is about as affordable as it gets in San Diego.Demographics
The largest age group in Balboa Park are people in their thirties. With a lower than average child population, it may be hard for children to meet other playmates. Teens may find it somewhat difficult to make friends as there aren't too many in the neighborhood.Balboa Park is a great place for twenty-somethines. There are many others of that age in the neighborhood. Those in their thirties may enjoy the larger than average thirty-something population in the area.
Education
The five closest public schools are listed below. Click on a school for a full performance report from the State of California.| School | State Rank (1-10) |
|---|---|
| Roosevelt International Middle | 4 - Average |
| San Diego Science and Technology | 4 - Average |
| Garfield High | 4 - Average |
| Museum | 7 - Above Average |
| Chancellor William McGill School of Success | 2 - Very bad |
Secondary education is important in Balboa Park. The number of people with college degrees is above average compared with the rest of San Diego. In fact, 33 percent of people in the area have college degrees.
Healthcare
The three closest hospitals are listed below. Click on the name for more information about the hospital and its services.- Scripps Mercy Hospital - San Diego Campus
- UCSD Medical Center
- Sharp Coronado Hospital and Health Care Center
Outdoors
The five nearest parks are listed below. You can also browse them on the map at the top of the page to see where they are located.- Balboa Park
- Amicci Park
- Sherman Ltl Mini / Park
- Horton Plaza
- Grant Hill Park