Imperial Beach City Center, Imperial Beach, CA

Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe150

Medium77

Low186

Other1815

117 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape26

Child involved90

Assault19

Other3

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a high-priority medical call at a care home on Costner Drive near Layla Way and Marzo Street. The incident was dispatched under protocol 7 Echo and 7 Foxtrot.	Kostner Dr, San Diego, CA 92154	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical issue at an apartment near Sunset Lane and the area of Avril Road and Albertson Road.	Sunset Ln, San Ysidro, CA 92173	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a medical call near Jefferson Avenue close to J Street and Kearney Street in Chula Vista. The call type was medical with code Charlie six delta.	Jefferson Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported near Firethorn Street by Palm Avenue and Fusil Lane in San Diego. Engine 6 was dispatched to the scene.	Firethorn St, San Diego, CA 92154	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical incident appears to have occurred near Green Street close to Baxter Place.	Green St, San Diego, CA 92154	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to be occurring near 25 Broadway close to Crestview Street in Chula Vista. Fire engine 55 and medic 53 are assigned to the location.	317-25 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical units responded to a medical emergency near Otay Valley Road, close to Palm Avenue and Rio Avenue, in Chula Vista.	Otay Valley Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91911	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Otay Valley Road close to Palm Avenue and Rio Avenue in Chula Vista. Fire and medical units were dispatched for breathing problems requiring urgent attention.	Otay Valley Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91911	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic accident near West Hall Avenue and Cypress Drive in San Diego, with Medic 29 dispatched under a 7 Hotel, 7 India response code.	Cypress Dr & W Hall Ave, San Diego, CA 92173	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews were dispatched to a possible traffic accident near West Hall Avenue and Cypress Drive in San Diego. Units were directed to operate on designated radio channels for the incident.	Cypress Dr & W Hall Ave, San Diego, CA 92173	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$821,646

Average Rent

$3,038

Vacancy Rate

9.6%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Imperial Beach City Center is a densely urban neighborhood in Imperial Beach, CA, with a high concentration of small apartments and townhomes.

The median home price is $821,646, and average rents are $3,038, both below many California neighborhoods. The vacancy rate is relatively high at 9.6%.

This area has a large military presence and a workforce dominated by sales and service jobs.

UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyMilitary PresenceSales Workforce

Quick Facts

Military Employment	8.3% of workers

Housing market and real estate character

Housing here is mostly small to medium apartments and townhomes, with very high renter occupancy.

Renter Occupancy	91.0%
Housing Size	85% one or two bedroom units
Housing Age	Built mostly 1970-1999, some 1940-1969

What buyers will notice right away

Over 90% renter occupancy indicates a strong rental market.

High concentration of small apartments suits singles and small households.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood has a diverse workforce and a significant military presence, with many residents in sales and service roles.

Strong military and sales workforce shapes culture

Affordable rents attract diverse residents

Military Community — High military employment influences neighborhood character.

Sales and Service Workers — Sales and service jobs dominate the local economy.

Military Employment	8.3%
Sales and Service Employment	43.6%
Child Poverty Rate	29.4%

Demographics

Sales and Service Occupations	43.6%
Income Level	Below average
Child Poverty Rate	29.4%
Foreign Born	18.6%
Top Languages	English 50.4%, Spanish 48.8%
Top Ancestries	Mexican 58.9%, French 4.8%, Irish 4.6%, Asian 3.3%, Italian 3.3%

Commute

Most residents have short to moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling or walking.

HoodScore highlights the neighborhood's unique renter profile, strong military and sales workforce, and commute patterns.

High Renter Occupancy — One of the highest renter rates in the nation.

Military and Sales Workforce — Military and sales jobs shape the local culture.

Commute Options — Majority drive alone, with notable carpool and walking rates.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	71.8%
Carpool Rate	13.4%
Walk to Work	7.9%

Homes for sale near 91932

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$1,199,000

4 bd | 2 ba | 1,623 sqft

205 Calla Ave

Imperial Beach, CA, 91932