Explore the Area
Bobboi Natural GelatoRestaurants
Whole Foods MarketGroceries
CataniaNightlife
Bird Rock Coffee RoastersCafes
Warwick'sShopping
La Jolla PlayhouseArts and Entertainment
Mt. SoledadFitness
Wayfarer Bread & PastryRestaurants
Trader Joe'sGroceries
Eddie V's Prime SeafoodNightlife
Trilogy SanctuaryCafes
World MarketShopping
Birch AquariumArts and Entertainment
Mt Soledad National Veterans MemorialFitness
La Jolla Open Aire Farmers MarketGroceries
Shore RiderNightlife
Harry's Coffee ShopCafes
Nordstrom RackShopping
AMC La Jolla 12Arts and Entertainment
We Olive & Wine BarGroceries
Georges at the CoveNightlife
Parakeet CafeCafes
THE LOTArts and Entertainment
La Jolla Coastal Walk TrailFitness
BevMo!Groceries
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What Locals Say about La Jolla
At least 288 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say it's dog friendly
85 % Say there are sidewalks
80 % Say people would walk alone at night
75 % Say car is needed
74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
67 % Say parking is easy
65 % Say yards are well-kept
64 % Say it's quiet
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say kids play outside
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say streets are well-lit
35 % Say there are community events
34 % Say there's wildlife
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
- Christine Babin
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Very dog friendly. Everyone walks their dogs . Easy to find dog sitters. Take dogs to restaurants ā¦ā¦"
0Flag - Tammian Layson
- Resident
- 1y ago
"The walkability, beach, and exclusivity. Iāve lived here for 16 years and Iāve raised my two kids in La Jolla. The farmers market, elementary, middle and high school are within walking distance. Shops, cafes, restaurants, movie theatre, grocery store are all in walking distance. Easy access to the freeway if needed, but you donāt really need a car because the public transportation is easily accessible. "
2Flag - Nmgk262h4h
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Plenty of other dogs to hang out with and a nice park a couple blocks away. Other tenants complain and HOA charges for animals"
0Flag - Carolyn2013
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Dozens of restaurants, a grocery, movie theater, modern art museum, performing arts center and the beach all within walking distance."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Easy access to I-5; quick 20 mins to airport; walking distance to LJ village square & UCSD; if you like trail biking, Rose Canyon bike path is close by"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"I lived here in La Jolla for 5 years and it has been quite an adventure. La Jolla is really peaceful and a place to call home. "
10Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"loves the outside of the city peaceful and quiet all , also like the way the streets are , parks beaches "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"There is a dog friendly park close by and I see lots of people playing with and training their dogs there. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"You can take dogs anywhere. People are really friendly with dogs and they are always on a leash on the streets."
3Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"Safe and convenient. A lot of stores, trolly stations within walking distance. Very close to the beaches and nature trails. Best climate year around."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"This is the most dog-friendly place Iāve ever lived. Tons of people walking dogs, dogs are allowed on the patios at all dining locations Iāve visited, and the parks have plenty of well- heaved dogs."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Getting in and out of La Jolla takes longer than I would prefer, so commutes are a few minutes longer than I would prefer. But the location, views, and proximity to the beach far outweighs any small annoyances."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"hd yes I don't know what else to say but dogs are abundant in la Jolla there are lots of places to take your dogs, many dog friendly restaurants. and dog friendly stores and dog friendly people and parks however the beaches can be a little restrictive "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"La Jolla is amazing place to live. People are super friendly and can't beat the location. Commute is easy to get out of LJ and onto the freeway"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I drive, it is 20 minutes to get to the freeway, commute driving out of la Jolla does take longer than other places in the city"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"nice easy paced lifestyle. a bit tourist y in summer by the beach, but a slice of paradise as far as weather "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Yes its so common to see people with dogs around, and although there are many dogs it is not a noisy neighborhood at all..."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I lived here for 13 years and love the neighborhood. Easy walkablility to grocery, pharmacy, coffee, bakery, and hardware. Plus great surf beach and safe quiet neighborhood "
0Flag - Snownina
- Resident
- 6y ago
"The sunset everyday is a neighborhood ritual, you often see neighbors and dog owners out each evening to enjoy the view. Also the La Jolla Art & Wine festival and other annual local events really help build the community feeling. "
10Flag - J W.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"I donāt commute, but pretty much every where from la jolla is 15-25 minutes away. Rush hour getting out of the village is a bore but if you live here you are usually going opposite of traffic. "
4Flag - William O.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Great parks and beaches. Many local businesses to explore. Keep a close eye on children on busy streets. People drive too fast in certain places. "
1Flag - Markasilverberg
- Resident
- 6y ago
" Beautiful Windansea Beach nearby! Everything you need is within a short walk. The community Center is only a block away. "
10Flag - Gturq1
- Resident
- 6y ago
"From a sports standpoint, there are a number of triathlons, running races and swim events in La Jolla and the immediate surrounding area."
3Flag - Jay R.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Most of the residence are dog friendly with only a few exceptions. Most neighbors are pet owners themselves. "
1Flag - Dan
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Windansea beach is less than half a block away. I have a dog who loves the beach too. Love it Love it "
3Flag - Basyouni
- Resident
- 6y ago
"I've been here since Jan of last year and travel regularly but it does feel safe and is clean and walkable for "
16Flag - Gturq1
- Resident
- 6y ago
"20 min to work, 30 if traffic. 30 min home, 20 if no traffic. Issue is usually entering the Village after 4. "
1Flag - Linda L.
- Resident
- 7y ago
"The La Jolla newcomers club has hikes, walks, annual party, and monthly pot lucks , day at the races, "
2Flag - Steven Y.
- Resident
- 7y ago
"The commute is horrible just like any other of San Diego. Though La Jolla is very small and itās easier to get around town and get the Shores and downtown La Jolla."
0Flag - Jake h
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Wonderful atmosphere around downtown and La Jolla shores. Would love to live here forever if I can because of the warm and welcoming vibes I receive from people "
1Flag - Roses
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Traffic is bad hard to get to the freeways in a quick way. Mainly two roads in and out and when they close a lane from downtown LJ it can take up to 40 mins just to get to the freeway "
0Flag - Justin "SonicBoomin"
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Its really quiet and nestled by the beach. It matches me a lot although Im a wildcard most times. I'm a trap Edm music producer in the middle of peaceful area. I love the area though its a getaway from the stresses that occur elsewhere. "
0Flag - Kscruz2017
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Great Schools, safe at night, dog friendly, quiet and very inaccessible from the freeway probably by design. "
2Flag - idristechs
- Resident
- 7y ago
"The councours d'elegance classic car show, arts festival, farmers market, wine festival, the beach, the parks, ....... the La Jolla recreation center, the YMCA, great public schools. The San Diego University of California. Tennis courts, The La Jolla country club, Soledad mountain, Sessions park, Kellogg's park, the Scripps forum."
0Flag - Yodster
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Most homes have kids. A lot of car pool availability to Parker and LJCDS. Quiet streets. People keep to themselves."
1Flag - Elev8ed
- Visitor
- 8y ago
"The desert will always be apart of who I am and where I know. On the flip side the ocean and forest are awaiting. "
0Flag
Schools
- San Diego French-American School
- PK-8
- Private
- 357 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.Ā - The Children's School
- PK-8
- Private
- 258 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageTCS is a wonderful school and my child continues to grow and thrive socially and academically. The teaching staff is the best there is, and the reason we continue to stay!Parent Review10mo ago69 Reviews - All Hallows Academy
- K-8
- Private
- 227 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.Ā - Stella Maris Academy
- PK-8
- Private
- 170 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe love this school. It is so important for our children to learn catholic values and at the same time the Academics are top notch. They have an academic decathlon team, Spanish, music and every sport, cheerleading etcā¦. Most teachers have been there for a long time which makes the Learning for the kids flow so smoothly. Great schoolParent Review1mo ago47 Reviews - Gillispie School
- PK-6
- Private
- 302 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.Ā - La Jolla Country Day School
- PK-12
- Private
- 1147 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageGreat school. My kid feels so happy to be there.Parent Review2y ago48 Reviews - The Evans School
- PK-6
- Private
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageEvans School discriminates against kids with ADHD.Parent Review3y ago9 Reviews - Montessori Institute of San Diego Children's House
- PK-6
- Private
- 87 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.Ā
Homes in La Jolla
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