Oceanside
Oceanside is a thriving community that provides all the conveniences of a modern city without the disadvantages. Located just 16 miles from Orange County and 35 miles north of San Diego, Oceanside offers a unique combination of outstanding location, well-priced available homes and multiple resources. California's main highway, Interstate 5, runs through Oceanside, as does Highway 78, which provides southeast access to Interstate 15. Highway 76, which runs northeast, also provides access to Interstate 15. The population is 173,303 and the median age is 33.8 years.

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Vista
This bedroom community, located inland from Oceanside has a population of 95,523. There are a large number of parks, high-scoring schools and a variety of housing choices. With a mix of old and new, and styles of four decades, homes are built on hills and mesas and there is a “country” feel” in most parts of the city. It is a town with tucked-away neighborhoods and many homes are situated on large lots or acres of land. In the past couple of years, many new shopping centers and restaurants have been developed. Additionally, more than 600 new businesses have moved or opened in Vista within the past five years.

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Carlsbad
With a population of 90,27, spread over 42 square miles, Carlsbad is bordered by two lagoons, Buena Vista and Batiquitos. These lagoons are major way stations for birds migrating up and down the coast. The community has great beaches, wonderful weather, two world-class resorts and Legoland. It supports economic development yet sets aside 40 percent of its land for open space. Carlsbad has a commuter train and the busiest single-runway airport in the nation. A great place to live, with miles of beaches, a wide variety of housing options, terrific shopping, a world-class public library and good schools.

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Encinitas
Located 35 minutes from Orange County in the north and downtown San Diego in the south, Encinitas has an approximate population of 60,000. The city is characterized by coastal beaches, cliffs and rolling hills. The city was incorporated in 1986, drawing together the communities of New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain and Leucadia. There is a significant flower growing industry in the City and many people claim that Encinitas is the Flower Growing Capital. Downtown is a coastal shopping district over 100 years old featuring historic architecture, quaint shops, sidewalk cafes and restaurants framed by beautiful flower baskets.

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Bonsall
Bonsall is located in the rolling foothills along San Luis Rey River, off Highway 76 and 12 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. With a population of only 10,000 over 32 square miles, its rural, equestrian, small town charm, cool summers and mild winters have turned many passer-by travelers into full-time residents. In this community you will find modest homes and opulent mansions on several acres. Equestrian trails, avocado and citrus groves and wide open spaces add to the ‘out-in-the-country’ feel of Bonsall. Downtown San Diego and Orange County are approximately 45 minutes away.

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San Marcos
Located 12 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, San Marcos has a small town informality despite the 67,133 residents in almost 23 square miles. Hiking, camping and biking enthusiasts have initiated the development of hiking and bike trails. Education has become a benchmark for the city, boasting an award winning School District (7 California distinguished schools), Palomar Community College and California State University San Marcos. Nearby Lake San Marcos is a popular retirement community.

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Pauma Valley
Pauma Valley is a lush agricultural center located an hour from downtown San Diego or Orange County. There are miles of miles of citrus trees and the valley is home to some of the best orange groves in Southern California with most of its fruit going to Sunkist.. Also located in the valley are avocado groves and one of the largest nursery operations in the country. There is also the Pauma Valley Country Club, a private residential community with a Robert Trent Jones course and estate homes. Pauma Valley is a great place to buy a second home or a retirement home, and many are situated on acres of land with gorgeous valley and mountain views.

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