North Park, San Diego: Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide
Craftsman bungalows, the neon North Park sign and a busy strip of restaurants, bars and music venues just northeast of Balboa Park.
North Park is a San Diego community northeast of Balboa Park, mostly in ZIP 92104, with part of its north side in 92116. Its business heart is University Ave at 30th St. In September 2026 the 92104 median detached sale was $1,147,500 (GSDAR). North Park has about 6,300 detached homes and 16,900 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.
North Park Market · September 2026
ZIP 92104 · compared with September 2025
Source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update for 92104 (North Park), 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 North Park
The vibe
Much of North Park was built from the 1910s through the 1940s, and Craftsman and Spanish Revival homes line many of its streets. The Dryden Historic District, along 28th St and Pershing Ave between Upas and Landis, is known for its Craftsman bungalows. Apartments and condos sit closer to University Ave and El Cajon Blvd.
Sources: North Park Historical Society; City of San Diego historical districts.
Things to do
University Ave and 30th St are packed with restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and bars. The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave, is a restored historic theater that hosts concerts. The North Park Thursday Market sets up on North Park Way, and Balboa Park borders the community to the southwest.
Sources: North Park Main Street; The Observatory North Park.
Schools
Garfield Elementary
Grades K-5
Jefferson Elementary
Grades K-5
McKinley Elementary
Grades K-5
Rowan Elementary
Grades K-5
Roosevelt International Middle
Grades 6-8
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
North Park sits between I-805 and SR-163, about a 10-minute drive from downtown. MTS Rapid 215 runs along El Cajon Blvd and Rapid 235 serves I-805, and many streets are flat enough for walking and biking.
Source: San Diego MTS.
Neighborhood Insight
The North Park Library is at 3795 31st St. The first North Park sign was hung over 30th St and University Ave in 1935. The current sign, the third version, went up in 1993 in the University Ave median.
Source: San Diego Public Library.
Around North Park
North Park FAQ
Where is North Park in San Diego?
North Park is northeast of Balboa Park, between Hillcrest to the west and City Heights to the east, mostly in ZIP 92104.
What was the median home price in North Park in September 2026?
For ZIP 92104, the September 2026 median sale price was $1,147,500 for detached homes and $599,000 for attached homes (GSDAR Local Market Update). ZIP 92104 also includes neighborhoods outside North Park, such as parts of South Park.
How long are North Park homes taking to sell?
In September 2026, detached homes in 92104 sold in a median of 21 days and attached homes in 44 days (GSDAR).
Which schools are in North Park?
San Diego Unified runs Garfield, Jefferson, McKinley and Rowan Elementary in North Park, and Roosevelt International Middle is on Park Blvd. Check your exact address with the San Diego Unified School Finder.
Where is the North Park sign?
The current North Park sign stands in the University Ave median just west of 30th St. It was installed in 1993 and is the third version of the sign.
Is there a library in North Park?
Yes. The North Park Library is at 3795 31st St.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in North Park?
Jamile Storck (DRE 01920597) and Jed Bratt (DRE 01891062) help buyers and sellers in North Park and across San Diego.
Neighborhoods Nearby
Twelve neighborhoods closest to North Park, with Sept 2026 median sale prices by ZIP from GSDAR.
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