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Point Loma Neighborhood Guide — San Diego

A hilly peninsula with stunning bay and ocean views, home to Cabrillo National Monument and Liberty Station.

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At a Glance

22,325

Population

$120,000

Median Income

38

Median Age

$2,300/mo

Median Rent

Source: 2019-2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates

Parks & Recreation

Cabrillo National Monument

National Monument

National park at the tip of Point Loma with stunning views, tide pools, lighthouse, and whale watching.

Point Loma Community Park

Community Park

Park with playground, sports fields, and picnic areas in the Roseville-Fleetridge area.

Liberty Station NTC Park

Waterfront Park

Waterfront park at the former Naval Training Center with playground, open space, and harbor views.

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Beaches

Shelter Island Beach

Small sandy beach on the bay side of Point Loma with calm water and boat-watching.

Getting Around

Bus Routes

  • Route 28 (Point Loma to Downtown)
  • Route 84 (Point Loma via Nimitz)

Trolley Access

Old Town Transit Center (2 miles from Liberty Station)

Biking

Shelter Island bike path, Nimitz Blvd bike lane

Walk Score: 45 Bike Score: 50
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Parking

Generally easy parking except at Cabrillo National Monument ($20 per vehicle) and Liberty Station on weekends.

  • Cabrillo National Monument has a $20 entry fee
  • Free parking at Liberty Station
  • Shelter Island has free street parking

Landmarks & Attractions

Cabrillo National Monument

The spot where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo first set foot in California in 1542. Panoramic views and tide pools.

Liberty Station

Former Naval Training Center turned into a dining, shopping, and arts district with 120+ businesses.

Shelter Island

Man-made peninsula with marinas, restaurants, and views of downtown San Diego across the bay.

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

Military cemetery with rows of white headstones and panoramic bay views.

Top Businesses in Point Loma

Restaurants (10)

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Chicken Over Rice co

Point Loma
4.9

Chicken Over Rice co is a restaurant located in Point Loma, San Diego.

Restaurant

O B Donuts

Point Loma
4.7

O B Donuts is a restaurant located in Point Loma, San Diego.

Donuts

Gyms & Fitness (2)

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Golden Gym

Point Loma
4.6

Golden Gym is a gyms located in Point Loma, San Diego.

Gym

Dog Groomers (1)

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Cafes & Coffee Shops (1)

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Peet's Coffee

Point Loma
4.5

Peet's Coffee is a cafe located in Point Loma, San Diego.

Coffee shop

Housing

$2,300

Median Rent/mo

$1,100,000

Median Home Value

52%

Owner-Occupied

9,250

Housing Units

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