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Otay Mesa Neighborhood Guide San Diego, CA
About
Otay Mesa is a community located in the southern part of San Diego, California. Known as one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in San Diego, it is home to an international business park and a commercial port of entry from Mexico. Key highways serving the area include Interstate 805, Highway 905, and the Otay Mesa Freeway. The neighborhood is culturally diverse, featuring numerous dining options and recreational areas.
What You Will Love About Otay Mesa, San Diego, California
- Enjoy easy access to Mexico, facilitated by the commercial port of entry in the neighborhood.
- Explore various international dining options, reflecting the cultural diversity of Otay Mesa.
- Experience the area's rapid growth, with budding business parks attracting a multitude of job opportunities.
- Take advantage of the smooth traffic flow, courtesy of the well-connected highway system in and around the neighborhood.
What's Nearby
Otay Mesa is relatively close to the vibrant downtown San Diego, offering convenient access to a broader selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It is also home to Brown Field Municipal Airport and near the Aquatica San Diego water park.
Lifestyle
Living in Otay Mesa offers a blend of urban and suburban living, with a mix of residential areas and commercial spaces. Its close proximity to Mexico lends a strong international influence, particularly evident in local restaurants and shops. The neighborhood is ideal for those who appreciate a multicultural community with opportunities for business growth.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 119 restaurants, 42 grocery stores, and 12 parks within a mile of the Otay Mesa neighborhood.
Marquez BrothersRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.8 miles
2133 Britannia Blvd
- Fiesta Pacific Products
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
1488 Corporate Center Dr
- Fresh PA-C International
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
1476 Corporate Center Dr
- California Splendor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•1.0 mile
7684 Saint Andrews Ave
Cross Partners Cold StorageBusiness and Professional Services, Storage Facility, Wholesaler, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•1.0 mile
7525 Britannia Park Pl
- Jensen Meat Company
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butchers, Grocery Stores, Meat and Seafood Stores
•1.1 miles
2550 Britannia Blvd
- Marquez Brothers
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.8 miles
2133 Britannia Blvd
- Cfl Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store
•0.9 miles
2201 Britannia Blvd
- Fiesta Pacific Products
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
1488 Corporate Center Dr
- Fresh PA-C International
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
1476 Corporate Center Dr
- California Splendor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•1.0 mile
7684 Saint Andrews Ave
- Jensen Meat Company
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butchers, Grocery Stores, Meat and Seafood Stores
•1.1 miles
2550 Britannia Blvd
Ricardos Taco ShopDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1605 Cactus Rd
- The Landing Strip
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•0.5 miles
1424 Continental St
- El Vaquero
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Event, Marketplace, Street Food Gathering
•0.6 miles
6550 Datsun St
- Murano Desserts
Dining and Drinking, Bakery
•0.7 miles
6201 Progressive Ave
- Geboy
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant
•0.7 miles
6259 Progressive Ave
- Valentina's Taco Shop
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant
•0.8 miles
6051 Business Center Ct
- Southern Pet Supplies
Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
6965 Camino Maquiladora
GoodwillCommunity and Government, Organization, Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.2 miles
6655 Camino Maquiladora
- ampm
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.3 miles
1625 Heritage Rd
- Guardian Ems Products
Retail, Department Store
•0.3 miles
6540 Gateway Park Dr
- GTM Stores
Retail, Discount Store
•0.8 miles
6021 Business Center Ct
- GTM Discount Store - Warehouse Outlet
Retail, Outlet Store
•1.0 mile
1462 Corporate Center Dr
Vista Pacifica ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park, Picnic Area, Playground
•1.4 miles
6066 Avenida De Las Vistas
- Ocean View Hills Neighborhood Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•2.3 miles
4915 Ocean View Blvd
- Artificial Grass Distributors
Landmarks and Outdoors, Garden
•2.8 miles
2281 Harvest Rd
- Border Field State Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•2.9 miles
E San Ysidro Blvd
Big BounceLandmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground, Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•3.0 miles
4459 Camino De La Plz
- Palm Ridge Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•3.1 miles
751 Firethorn St
San Diego Jet Engine MuseumArts and Entertainment, Museum, Art Museum
•0.5 miles
1424 Continental St
- San Ysidro Performing Arts Center
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.4 miles
5353 Airway Rd
- North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Amphitheater, Concert Hall, Music Venue
•1.8 miles
2050 Entertainment Cir
- Night Nation Run
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.8 miles
2050 Entertainment Cir
- Foam Glow
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.8 miles
2050 Entertainment Cir
- Sesame Place San Diego
Arts and Entertainment, Amusement Park
•1.9 miles
2052 Entertainment Cir
ARCOTravel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
1625 Heritage Rd
- Beautyhealth Massage Chairs
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.7 miles
6225 Progressive Ave
- Jami's Braid Designz and Dreads
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•1.2 miles
6349 Avenida De Las Vistas
- Little Bellas Daycare
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.4 miles
6000 Avenida de Las Vistas
- Flyers
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.5 miles
8289 Otay Mesa Rd
- Flyers Gas Station and Food Mart
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.5 miles
8289 Otay Mesa Rd
Pacific Coast SkydivingSports and Recreation, Skydiving Center
•0.4 miles
6810 Curran St
- West Coast World Martial Arts
Sports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.7 miles
6120 Business Center Ct Ste 300
- San Diego Cheer Elite
Sports and Recreation, Gymnastics, Gymnastics Center
•0.9 miles
1225 Exposition Way
- Greenfield Village Gym
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.2 miles
5540 Ocean Gate Ln
- Cesar Solis Community Park
Sports and Recreation, Skating, Skate Park
•2.0 miles
4895 Del Sol Blvd
- Chula Vista RC Racing Club
Sports and Recreation, Sports Club
•2.0 miles
2000 Heritage Rd
Otay Border Grill and BarDining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•3.0 miles
2455 Otay Center Dr
- Little Bellas Daycare
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.4 miles
6000 Avenida de Las Vistas
- San Ysidro Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•3.0 miles
4235 Beyer Blvd
- San Ysidro Senior Center
Community and Government, Senior Citizen Service, Community Center
•3.1 miles
125 E Park Ave
- San Ysidro Library
Community and Government, Library
•3.1 miles
101 W San Ysidro Blvd
- San Ysidro Center Head Start
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•3.2 miles
249 Willow Rd
- New Life Christian Academy
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•3.6 miles
3747 Sunset Ln
- CBP Air & Marine Operations Brown Field
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Travel and Transportation, Transport Hub, Airport, Airfield
•1.1 miles
7685 Pogo Row
- Border Patrol
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.4 miles
7560 Britannia Ct
SDFD Fire Station 43Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•1.7 miles
1590 La Media Rd
- US Customs and Border Protection
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•2.7 miles
720 E San Ysidro Blvd
- Kaiser Permanente Otay Mesa Medical Offices
Health and Medicine, Hospital, Medical Center
•2.8 miles
4650 Palm Ave
- Kaiser Urgent Care
Health and Medicine, Hospital, Medical Center
•2.8 miles
4650 Palm Ave
Otay Mesa Apartments and Rentals
28 Rental properties in Otay Mesa, San Diego, CA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 5.2% | 115% |
| utilities | 4.5% | 20% |
| food | 0.5% | 14.2% |
| transportation | 1.7% | 34.5% |
| healthcare | 3.8% | 3.6% |
Otay Mesa Demographics
Otay Mesa Reviews
Busy Streets
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Area Has Kids Play Outside
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Near Highways
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Nearby Parks
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Otay Mesa Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Some Transit
South Bay Expressway Customer Service
Other
1129 La Media Rd
Futura Net
Other
5922 Rail Court
Transportes Intercalifornias
Other
751 E San Ysidro Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Tres Estrellas De Oro
Bus Stop
710 E San Ysidro Blvd
Bus Station
Bus Stop
731 E San Ysidro Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
San Ysidro Transit Center
Train Stop
723 E San Ysidro Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
South Bay Expressway Customer Service
Other
1129 La Media Rd
Futura Net
Other
5922 Rail Court
Transportes Intercalifornias
Other
751 E San Ysidro Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Otay Mesa Schools
- 4/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 6/10
Grades K-6 • Public
- 6/10
Grades 7-8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
- 7/10
Grades 9-12 • Charter