Oceanside Neighborhood

Is Oceanside, CA (East Side Capistrano North) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Oceanside, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Hoodscore
95

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe0
Medium0
Low0
Other0

1 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0
Child involved0
Assault0
Other1
Median Home Price
$1,200,098
Average Rent
$4,975
Vacancy Rate
6.9%

Overview

East Side Capistrano North is a suburban neighborhood in Oceanside, CA, with a mix of single-family homes and small apartments.

The vacancy rate is 6.9%, near the national median, indicating balanced housing availability.

SuburbanMilitary PresenceDiverse Languages

Quick Facts

Military PresenceTop 4.9% nationally

Housing market and real estate character

Housing consists mainly of owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and small apartments, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.

Owner Occupied RateHigh
Housing TypesSingle-family homes and small apartments
Homes Built 1970-1999Significant share

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancy rate near median suggests moderate housing availability.
Mix of single-family homes and small apartments suits varied needs.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood supports an executive lifestyle with spacious homes and a strong professional community.

The presence of executives and military personnel shapes a unique community character.
Spacious homes and professional residents support a comfortable lifestyle.
Executive Professionals — 45.3% employed in executive, management, and professional roles.
Sales and Service — 25.4% employed in sales and service occupations.
Executive Lifestyle RankTop 6.6% in California
Military PresenceTop 4.9% nationally

Demographics

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations45.3%
Child Poverty Rate2.8%
Income RankTop 17.2% in US
English Speakers68.5%
Spanish SpeakersSignificant
Vietnamese Speakers5.1%
Mexican Ancestry29.1%
Asian Ancestry11.3%
Foreign Born19.0%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.

East Side Capistrano North offers manageable commute times with high private vehicle use.

Short Commutes — 38.4% of workers commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, reflecting suburban setting.
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate78.5%
Carpool Rate8.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price?

The median home price is $1,200,098, higher than 71.2% of California neighborhoods.

How diverse is the neighborhood?

It has a notable Vietnamese-speaking population at 5.1%, higher than 98.3% of US neighborhoods.

What is the vacancy rate?

The vacancy rate is 6.9%, near the national median.

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