Coastal North County
Homes for sale in Del Mar, CA
A small beach city with a fairgrounds, a racetrack and bluff-top views.
Living in Del Mar
Del Mar is a small coastal city in the northwest of San Diego County, between La Jolla and Solana Beach. It is bounded by the Pacific on the west and the San Dieguito Lagoon to the north, and its beach stretches along bluffs that look out over the water.
The Del Mar Fairgrounds hosts the San Diego County Fair each summer, and the Del Mar Racetrack, known as where the turf meets the surf, runs its horse-racing seasons on the same grounds. The town center around Camino del Mar has shops and restaurants, and Torrey Pines State Beach is just south.
Homes include beach cottages, bluff-top houses, and condominiums, many with ocean or lagoon views. Because lots are small and the coast is close, ask about erosion, setbacks and coastal permitting on any bluff property.
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Del Mar questions
What should I check on a bluff-top home?
Ask about bluff erosion, setbacks, any geotechnical reports and coastal permits. A coastal-experienced inspector is worth hiring.
How busy does Del Mar get during the fair and race seasons?
Traffic and parking near the fairgrounds are heavier during the County Fair and race meets. Visit a property during an event period if the location is close to the grounds.
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