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Sorrento Valley Neighborhood Guide San Diego, CA
About
Sorrento Valley, located in the northwestern part of San Diego, California, is known for its flourishing high-tech, biotech, and scientific research enterprises. It's nestled near the junction of Interstate 5 and Interstate 805, with quick access to the stunning beaches of La Jolla and Del Mar. The area is also home to the well-known Torrey Pines State Reserve, a popular spot for hiking and nature walks. Sorrento Valley also boasts the Sorrento Valley Coaster Station, providing local residents with convenient public transportation.
What You Will Love about Sorrento Valley, San Diego, California
- The proximity to major technology and biotech companies, making it a hub for innovators and professionals.
- Quick and easy access to some of San Diego's most beautiful beaches and natural reserves.
- Convenient transportation options, including the Sorrento Valley Coaster Station.
- A thriving dining and shopping scene, with a range of options from casual eateries to upscale restaurants.
What's Nearby
Sorrento Valley is not far from the University of California, San Diego, located in neighboring La Jolla, providing a dynamic, youthful atmosphere. The neighborhood is also close to the renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course and the Qualcomm Stadium, home of San Diego's professional football team.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Sorrento Valley appeals to those seeking a balance between city living and natural beauty. Residents enjoy having premier technology companies and research institutions at their doorstep, along with a variety of dining and shopping options. Meanwhile, the close proximity to stunning beaches and nature reserves allows for outdoor activities and relaxation.
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Rental Trends in Sorrento Valley
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| Sep 2023 | Oct 2023 | Nov 2023 | Dec 2023 | Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 |
| $2970 | $3300 | $2970 | $3030 | $3030 | $2549 | $3208 | $3299 | $3763 | $3899 | $3749 | $3749 | $3089 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 380 restaurants, 41 grocery stores, and 24 parks within a mile of the Sorrento Valley neighborhood.
San Diego Herbal AlternativesRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
5830 Oberlin Dr
AcetecBusiness and Professional Services, Electrical Equipment Supplier, Engineer, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.6 miles
6540 Lusk Blvd
- Gourmet Market Eurofood Depot
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Cheese Store, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
6640 Lusk Blvd
- Price Smart
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
9740 Scranton Rd
- Food Made Fresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Health Food Store
•0.7 miles
9888 Waples St
- Sorrento Food Court
Retail, Shopping Mall
•0.8 miles
9430 Scranton Rd
- San Diego Herbal Alternatives
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
5830 Oberlin Dr
- Medikeeper
Business and Professional Services, Computer Repair Service, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Health Food Store
•0.6 miles
10455 Pacific Center Ct
- Gourmet Market Eurofood Depot
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Cheese Store, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
6640 Lusk Blvd
- Price Smart
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
9740 Scranton Rd
- Food Made Fresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Health Food Store
•0.7 miles
9888 Waples St
- Ike''s Love & Sandwiches
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Sandwich Spot, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store
•0.8 miles
9430 Scranton Rd
H BarDining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•10044 Pacific Mesa Blvd
- Gravity Heights
Dining and Drinking, Brewery
•0.1 miles
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Carefusion Cafe
Dining and Drinking, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Café, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
10020 Pacific Mesa Blvd
- Armando's Taco Shop
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.1 miles
10066 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Hanaya Sushi
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant
•0.1 miles
10066 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Maxi's Luncheonette
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Fast Food Restaurant, Italian Restaurant
•0.1 miles
10068 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Chuck Latham Associates
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
9883 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Omnicare
Retail, Drugstore
•0.4 miles
5825 Oberlin Dr
- Ron's Pharmacy Services
Retail, Drugstore
•0.5 miles
10140 Barnes Canyon Rd
- Zacharon Pharmaceuticals
Retail, Drugstore
•0.6 miles
5626 Oberlin Dr
- Acetec
Business and Professional Services, Electrical Equipment Supplier, Engineer, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.6 miles
6540 Lusk Blvd
- Just Pet Supply
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.6 miles
6540 Lusk Blvd
Sorrento Mesa CrossroadsLandmarks and Outdoors, Plaza, Travel and Transportation, Tourist Information and Service
•0.1 miles
10068 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Lopez Canyon
Landmarks and Outdoors, Hiking Trail
•1.0 mile
4280 Sorrento Valley Blvd
- Sorrento Valley Parking Pull-Out Area #2
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.1 miles
5900 Sorrento Valley Blvd
Woodshop WizardsCommunity and Government, Education, Art School, Public and Social Service, Summer Camp, Landmarks and Outdoors, Campground
•1.1 miles
5360 Eastgate Mall
- Dirty Dogs Torrey Hills
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•2.0 miles
4639 Carmel Mountain Rd
- Lopez Ridge Park and Meeting Center
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•2.0 miles
7245 Calle Cristobal
Pacifica InstituteArts and Entertainment
•0.2 miles
5945 Pacific Center Blvd
- Local Media San Diego
Arts and Entertainment
•0.3 miles
6160 Cornerstone Ct E
- Brainy Actz Escape Rooms - San Diego
Arts and Entertainment, Escape Room
•0.3 miles
10211 Pacific
- Pump It Up
Arts and Entertainment, Party Center
•0.3 miles
9370 Waples St
- Peakmoto Powersports
Business and Professional Services, Automotive Service, Automotive Repair Shop, Arts and Entertainment, Amusement Park
•0.3 miles
6160 Lusk Blvd
- The Qualcomm Museum
Arts and Entertainment, Museum
•0.4 miles
5775 Morehouse Dr
Reena Threading CenterBusiness and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Removal Service
•0.1 miles
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Electric Charging Station
Travel and Transportation, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
•0.1 miles
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Uyen Lash & Beauty Studio
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd
- re.kin.ect Therapeutic Massage
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.1 miles
6046 Cornerstone Ct W
- Healing Garden for Total Health Care
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.1 miles
6046 Cornerstone Ct W
- Rongrong Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
10066 Pacific Heights Blvd
North of the Border BicyclesRetail, Sporting Goods Retail, Bicycle Store
•0.2 miles
9833 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Gracie Barra Sorrento Valley
Sports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.2 miles
5995 Mira Mesa Blvd
ZFitness and DanceSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
9823 Pacific Heights Blvd
- ZFitness
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.2 miles
9823 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Core One Pilates
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Pilates Studio
•0.2 miles
5955 Mira Mesa Blvd
- Speedplay
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail, Bicycle Store
•0.2 miles
10151 Pacific Mesa Blvd
H BarDining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•10044 Pacific Mesa Blvd
- Gravity Heights
Dining and Drinking, Brewery
•0.1 miles
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Protein Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar
•0.2 miles
9853 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Seven Seas Kombucha
Dining and Drinking, Brewery, Restaurant
•0.2 miles
9863 Pacific Heights Blvd
- PRP Wine International
Dining and Drinking, Winery
•0.3 miles
6150 Lusk Blvd
- The Casual Side Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.5 miles
9550 Waples St
- KinderCare Learning Center
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.1 miles
10068 Pacific Heights Blvd
- La Jolla Children's Learning Lab
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.1 miles
10068 Pacific Heights Blvd
- Warpiv Technologies
Business and Professional Services, Computer Repair Service, Engineer, Home Improvement Service, General Contractor, Office, Technology Business, Telecommunication Service, Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
5230 Carroll Canyon Rd
- Kinderhouse Montessori School
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Services, Communities and Government, Education, Preschools
•1.0 mile
6540 Flanders Dr
- Genalyte
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
10520 Wateridge Cir
- Napster
Community and Government, Library
•1.5 miles
10509 Vista Sorrento Pkwy
Total T ClinicHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•0.5 miles
5720 Oberlin Dr
- Sharp Rees-Stealy Sorrento Mesa Occupational Medicine
Health and Medicine, Medical Center, Urgent Care Center, Retail, Eyecare Store
•0.8 miles
10243 Genetic Center Dr
- SDFD Fire Station 41
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.8 miles
4914 Carroll Canyon Rd
- Cidara Therapeutics
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.9 miles
6310 Nancy Ridge Dr
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.4 miles
10385 Vista Sorrento Pkwy
- FBI San Diego Field Office
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.4 miles
10385 Vista Sorrento Pkwy
Sorrento Valley Apartments and Rentals
27 Rental properties in Sorrento Valley, 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% |
Sorrento Valley Demographics
Sorrento Valley Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal Transit
Golden Hour Data Systems
Other
10052 Mesa Ridge Ct
Trans Core
Other
9440 Carroll Park Dr
Source: foursquare.com
Golden Hour Data Systems
Other
10052 Mesa Ridge Ct
Trans Core
Other
9440 Carroll Park Dr
Source: foursquare.com
Sorrento Valley Schools
- 9/10
Grades K-6 • Public
- 7/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- 8/10
Grades K-6 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-3 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Charter
- 4/10
Grades 6-12 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Sorrento Valley
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mira MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,000 | 13% |
| Carmel ValleyNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $1,700 | -- |
| University CityNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,750 | 11% |
| MiramarNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey HillsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $1,700 | -- |
| Torrey PinesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Del Mar MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla ShoresNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,295 | -- |
| La Jolla CrossroadsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,750 | -- |
| Mira Mesa WestNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| North ClairemontNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $1,967 | 2% |
| Monarch at Scripps RanchNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla HeightsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos Park View EstatesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| AndaluciaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Mira Mesa Town CenterNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos CreekNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey Highlands VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mira MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,912 | 0% |
| Carmel ValleyNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,770 | 26% |
| University CityNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,970 | 7% |
| MiramarNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey HillsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,904 | 5% |
| Torrey PinesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,822 | 3% |
| Del Mar MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,145 | 5% |
| La Jolla ShoresNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla CrossroadsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,137 | -- |
| Mira Mesa WestNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| North ClairemontNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,385 | 2% |
| Monarch at Scripps RanchNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $5,495 | -- |
| La Jolla HeightsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos Park View EstatesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| AndaluciaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Mira Mesa Town CenterNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos CreekNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey Highlands VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mira MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,650 | 18% |
| Carmel ValleyNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,642 | 2% |
| University CityNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,005 | 6% |
| MiramarNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey HillsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,612 | 9% |
| Torrey PinesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,227 | 12% |
| Del Mar MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,852 | 1% |
| La Jolla ShoresNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,295 | -- |
| La Jolla CrossroadsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,255 | -- |
| Mira Mesa WestNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| North ClairemontNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $2,820 | 0% |
| Monarch at Scripps RanchNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $6,384 | -- |
| La Jolla HeightsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos Park View EstatesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| AndaluciaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Mira Mesa Town CenterNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos CreekNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey Highlands VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mira MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,561 | 11% |
| Carmel ValleyNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $5,012 | 16% |
| University CityNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $5,145 | 18% |
| MiramarNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey HillsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $4,989 | 13% |
| Torrey PinesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Del Mar MesaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $5,997 | 2% |
| La Jolla ShoresNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| La Jolla CrossroadsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $5,330 | -- |
| Mira Mesa WestNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| North ClairemontNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $3,695 | -- |
| Monarch at Scripps RanchNeighborhood in San-diego, California | $7,521 | 115% |
| La Jolla HeightsNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos Park View EstatesNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| AndaluciaNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Mira Mesa Town CenterNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Penasquitos CreekNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |
| Torrey Highlands VillageNeighborhood in San-diego, California | -- | -- |