Mission Hills, San Diego: Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide
Historic homes on hillside streets above Old Town and Mission Valley, with views of the bay and downtown.
Mission Hills is a San Diego neighborhood west of Hillcrest and above Old Town, mostly in ZIP 92103, with its west side in 92110. In September 2026 the 92103 median detached sale was $1,750,000 (GSDAR). Mission Hills has about 1,700 detached homes and 1,000 attached homes such as condos, townhomes and apartments (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024).
Boundary: approximate neighborhood outline by Jamile Storck and Jed Bratt. Map tiles © Esri, HERE, Garmin, USGS, NGA, EPA, USDA, NPS, © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Mission Hills Market · September 2026
ZIP 92103 · compared with September 2025
Source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update for 92103 (Hillcrest, Mission Hills), September 2026 (current as of Oct 5, 2026). Sept 2025 figures are as shown in the same report. All data from the San Diego MLS. Medians do not account for sale concessions. Small sample sizes can swing percentages.
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Living in Mission Hills
The vibe
Mission Hills is mostly single-family homes, many from the early 1900s through the 1930s, in Craftsman, Spanish Revival and other period styles. Horticulturist Kate Sessions moved her nursery here in 1903, and the neighborhood has several historic districts.
Sources: Mission Hills Heritage; City of San Diego, Council District 3.
Things to do
Presidio Park, on the hill above Old Town, has trails, lawns and the Junípero Serra Museum. Shops and restaurants line Washington St and India St, and Pioneer Park is a neighborhood favorite for families.
Sources: City of San Diego Parks & Recreation; Mission Hills Heritage.
Schools
Grant K-8
Grades K-8
Ratings out of 10: ELA and math = % of students meeting or exceeding the 2025 CAASPP standard, divided by 10; overall = average of the two. Source: California Dept. of Education (caaspp-elpac.ets.org). School assignment changes, so confirm with the district before you buy.
Getting around
I-5 and I-8 are just below the hill, and the Old Town Transit Center, with trolley and Coaster service, is a short drive away. Downtown and the airport are each about 10 minutes away.
Source: San Diego MTS.
Neighborhood Insight
The Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library opened in 2019 at 215 W Washington St. Kate Sessions, the “Mother of Balboa Park,” moved her nursery to Mission Hills in 1903. A memorial plaque to her is at the Knox Library.
Source: San Diego Public Library.
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Mission Hills FAQ
Where is Mission Hills in San Diego?
Mission Hills is on the hill above Old Town and Mission Valley, west of Hillcrest, mostly in ZIP 92103.
What was the median home price in Mission Hills in September 2026?
For ZIP 92103, the September 2026 median sale price was $1,750,000 for detached homes and $745,000 for attached homes (GSDAR Local Market Update). ZIP 92103 also includes Hillcrest and parts of Bankers Hill.
How long are Mission Hills homes taking to sell?
In September 2026, detached homes in 92103 sold in a median of 51 days and attached homes in 25 days (GSDAR).
Which schools are in Mission Hills?
San Diego Unified runs Grant K-8 on Washington Place. Check your exact address with the San Diego Unified School Finder.
Who was Kate Sessions?
Kate Sessions was a horticulturist known as the “Mother of Balboa Park.” She moved her nursery to Mission Hills in 1903.
Is there a library in Mission Hills?
Yes. The Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library is at 215 W Washington St.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Mission Hills?
Jamile Storck (DRE 01920597) and Jed Bratt (DRE 01891062) help buyers and sellers in Mission Hills and across San Diego.
Neighborhoods Nearby
Twelve neighborhoods closest to Mission Hills, with Sept 2026 median sale prices by ZIP from GSDAR.
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