San Diego's Otay Mesa West Neighborhood
Otay Mesa West Neighborhood Map
Homes for Rent in Otay Mesa West
| Price | Description | Home Report |
|---|---|---|
| $1,800 | 1200ft² - Home available in South San Diego | View Home Report |
Neighborhood Basics
Otay Mesa West is neither considered poor area nor a rich area. The poverty rate is close to average for the San Diego area. Because Otay Mesa West 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 Otay Mesa West, 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 reasonable distance to reach the nearest beach.Cost of Living
Otay Mesa West 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 Otay Mesa West are kids. With a high child population, the area will provide plenty of opportunities for children to make friends. Teens will find it easy to make friends as there are a lot of other teens in the neighborhood.Otay Mesa West isn't a bad place for those in their twenties, but they may enjoy other areas more that have more people of a similar age. Those in their thirties will find a decent mix of people their age range 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) |
|---|---|
| Montgomery Middle | 4 - Average |
| Silver Wing Elementary | 5 - Average |
| Howard Pence Elementary | 2 - Very bad |
| Montgomery Senior High | 2 - Very bad |
| Los Altos Elementary | 5 - Average |
The number of people with college degrees in Otay Mesa West is very low compared to the rest of San Diego. Only 9 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.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.- Silverwing Park
- Montgmry / Waller Park And Recreation Center
- Howard Lane Park
- Vista Terrace Park
- Palm Ridge Park
Crime
Crime is fairly rare in Otay Mesa West. The overall crime rate is low - below average for the city. The vast majority of the crime is property crime (such as theft). Only 19 percent of crime is violent crime.Wildfire risk
According to county records, Otay Mesa West has never suffered a wildfire. However, all of southern California is at some risk for wildfires.Disaster Risks
Areas downstream from a man-made dam carry a risk of flooding if the dam were ever to fail. While this is very unlikely, some areas in Otay Mesa West are in the potential flood zones of 2 separate dams. Consider investigating the flooding risk before purchasing a home in this area.All of San Diego (and southern California in general) is at risk of damage from earthquakes. However, the worst damage during in earthquake is often due to soil liquefaction where the soil becomes water-like during shaking. For example, this can cause buildings to settle rapidly at odd angles and buried pipes to rise to the surface and burst. Otay Mesa West has areas that are at very high risk of liquefaction. Be sure to check with the county to assess any risks when moving to a new home. The risk of liquefaction may also affect building codes and your ability to add on to an existing house.