Oceanside, CA Neighborhood

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

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe139

Medium58

Low387

Other1655

179 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape30

Child involved132

Assault27

Other19

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, emergency crews were dispatched to a mobile home park in Vista for a possible heart-related medical problem involving a patient at a specific space within the park.	N Melrose Dr Spc 6, Vista, CA 92083	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical crews report a 40-year-old man who appears intoxicated after an apparent fall on a sidewalk, with head pain, a cut lip, a bruised eye, and controlled bleeding, being transported to a hospital with a short estimated arrival time.	Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a suspected fall at a senior living facility near Cannon Road. Emergency services responded with engine and BLS units; one ambulance unit was canceled.	Cannon Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported traffic collision on westbound Highway 78 west of Sycamore Avenue in Vista.	CA-78, Vista, CA	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a yellow vehicle on Cass Street just west of Interstate 5. A records check on the driver reportedly showed a valid license with no prior record.	I-5, Oceanside, CA	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers followed a suspected vehicle from the area of Harvard Drive and conducted a traffic stop near Cassidy Street and Oceanside Boulevard in Oceanside, with radio reports later indicating the situation was code 4 on the southbound I-5 Cassidy off-ramp.	Cassidy St, Oceanside, CA 92054	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 18 was requested on channel 70 for a medical incident near Brown Street. The exact medical complaint is unclear but a real response was referenced.	Brown St, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible overdose at a location on North Santa Fe Avenue in Vista.	N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units respond to a possible stroke at a residence near Blue Sky Lane in Oceanside.	Blue Sky Ln, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a memory care facility near Devon Place in Vista for a reported heart problem. A medic unit was assigned to handle the call while another unit was canceled.	Devon Pl, Vista, CA 92084	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$839,798

Average Rent

$3,377

Vacancy Rate

0.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Tri-City is an urban neighborhood in Oceanside, CA, with a median home price of $839,798 and average rent of $3,377. Housing is mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments built mainly between 1970 and 1999.

The neighborhood has a diverse community with 62.6% of residents identifying as having Mexican ancestry and 55.0% of households speaking Spanish at home. It is known for a strong sales and service workforce and short commutes for most residents.

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Quick Facts

Sales & Service Workers	37.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Tri-City's housing stock mainly consists of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with most residences owner occupied.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Housing Type Mix	Medium to small single-family homes and apartments
Built 1970-1999	Majority of residences

What buyers will notice right away

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.

Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, offering mature community character.

Families & Lifestyle

Tri-City is a college student-friendly neighborhood with amenities catering to a diverse population and families.

The neighborhood's mix of housing and services supports students and families alike.

High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.

Diverse Community — A large share of residents have Mexican ancestry and Spanish is the most common language spoken at home.

College Student Friendly Rank	Better than 86.6% of CA neighborhoods

Demographics

Sales & Service Employment	37.9%
Manufacturing & Labor	28.4%
Executive & Professional	19.8%
Mexican Ancestry	62.6%
Spanish Language Spoken at Home	55.0%
Foreign Born Residents	28.5%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling to work.

Tri-City offers convenient commute times and high car usage typical of suburban neighborhoods.

Short Commutes — Nearly 40% of residents commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.

Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, with a significant share carpooling.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	76.1%
Carpool Rate	13.4%

Homes for sale near 92056

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

$895,000

3 bd | 3 ba | 1,499 sqft

1813 Avenida Segovia

Oceanside, CA, 92056