
Neighborhood: Castle
- Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.
Centered on San Diego’s City Heights—spanning Azalea Park, Colina del Sol, Fairmount Village, and Teralta—92105 blends urban energy with a tight‑knit community. Expect sunny, semi‑arid days and canyon breezes, walkable corridors along University Ave and El Cajon Blvd, and a global dining scene (Vietnamese pho, Ethiopian and Somali cafes, mariscos, taco stands). Ethnic grocers, independent coffee shops, and neighborhood shopping plazas line the main streets. Locals gather at the Copley‑Price Family YMCA, the City Heights/Weingart Library & Performance Annex, and the Saturday City Heights Farmers Market. Green spaces like Colina del Sol Park and Golf Course, Swan and Manzanita canyons, and the I‑15 cap Teralta Park offer pet‑friendly strolls, rec courts, and neighborhood art. Commuters appreciate centerline Rapid bus stations at SR‑15/University and El Cajon, plus quick access to I‑15, I‑805, and SR‑94; downtown is a short hop. Recent market trends show the median asking rent in the high $2,000s, with most listings roughly $2,000–$3,500 depending on size.
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Nearby schools in San Diego
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Joyner Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Hamilton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Clark Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
Frequently asked questions
3434 42nd St has a walk score of 77, it's very walkable.
3434 42nd St has a transit score of 47, it has some transit.
The schools assigned to 3434 42nd St include Joyner Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School, and Clark Middle School.
3434 42nd St is in the Castle neighborhood in San Diego, CA.
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