San Diego Neighborhood
Is Carmel Mountain Ranch a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in San Diego, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe81
Medium42
Low146
Other758
56 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved40
Assault8
Other10
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 for a possible medical issue near Eastburn Road by Gable Ridge Road and Warrick Creek Lane in San Diego. | Gable Ridge Rd, San Diego, CA 92128 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 33 is dispatched to a possible medical emergency at a care facility near West Bernardo Drive and the Rancho Bernardo Community Park area, close to the Interstate 15 southbound off-ramp in San Diego. | W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic unit 262 transported a patient to Pomerado Hospital near Pomerado Road. | Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported traffic accident near Westview Road and Ridgecrest Drive in Poway. | Westview Rd, Poway, CA 92064 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a basic life support medical response for a fall at an assisted care facility near Rancho Bernardo Road. Emergency units Engine 262 and Medic 262 were dispatched. | Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 33 was dispatched for a possible medical emergency on Bernardo Center Drive in San Diego. | Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 93 reports a 28-year-old woman with a serious cardiac problem at a skilled nursing facility connected to a hospital in the Pomerado area. Staff had been pacing her without capture, and EMS achieved electrical and mechanical capture and began bagging before transporting her a short distance to a nearby hospital with an estimated arrival of about 5 to 7 minutes. | Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported cardiac arrest near Pomerado Road and Monte Vista Road in Poway. | Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 67-year-old female with a mild medical issue was reported near Carmel Mountain Ranch. Patient oxygen saturation improved with oxygen before hospital transport. | Carmel Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA 92128 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched for a possible smoke investigation near Salmon River Road in San Diego, with cross streets near Adelphia Street and Irving Street. | Salmon River Rd, San Diego, CA 92129 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$1,295,272
Average Rent
$5,242
Vacancy Rate
5.5%
Neighborhood Overview
Carmel Mountain Ranch is an urban neighborhood in San Diego with mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments built primarily between 1970 and 1999.
The area is home to a highly educated and wealthy population, with a strong executive and professional workforce and diverse cultural backgrounds.
UrbanEstablished HousingExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 73.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Carmel Mountain Ranch features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes built predominantly between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | 93.4% |
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, giving the neighborhood a consistent architectural character.
Majority of residences are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood attracts wealthy, educated executives and urban sophisticates, with a diverse cultural and linguistic profile.
High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.
A large share of executives and professionals suggests a community with a strong professional culture.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated as a top choice for executives in California, reflecting a high concentration of upper-level careers.
Cultural Diversity — Languages spoken include English, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and Spanish, with notable Japanese speakers.
| Adults with Graduate Degrees | 43.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 73.3% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Holders | 43.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 73.3% |
| Income Level | Top 15% in US |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 36.5% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (40.4%)","German (11.2%)","Irish (9.0%)","Mexican (6.0%)","English (4.9%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (58.4%)","Chinese","Korean","Tagalog","Spanish"] |
| Notable Ancestries | ["Iranian (2.7%)","British (3.0%)"] |
| Japanese Speakers | 2.6% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute between 15 and 30 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone to work.
Carmel Mountain Ranch offers a relatively short commute for most residents, with a strong reliance on private automobiles.
Short Commute Times — Nearly half of commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone, reflecting typical suburban commuting patterns.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 72.9% |
Homes for sale near 92128
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$565,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,172 sqft
12122 Royal Birkdale Row Unit 403
San Diego, CA, 92128
$999,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 1,993 sqft
12032 Royal Birkdale Row Unit B
San Diego, CA, 92128
$390,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 814 sqft
18674 Caminito Cantilena Unit 242
San Diego, CA, 92128
$615,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,036 sqft
15024 Avenida Venusto Unit 151
San Diego, CA, 92128
$499,999
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,138 sqft
16566 Caminito Vecinos Unit 31
San Diego, CA, 92128
$669,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,222 sqft
18557 Caminito Pasadero Unit 389
San Diego, CA, 92128
$380,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 716 sqft
18557 Caminito Pasadero Unit 391
San Diego, CA, 92128
$399,900
1 bd | 1 ba | 814 sqft
18622 Caminito Cantilena Unit 312
San Diego, CA, 92128
$555,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,372 sqft
16511 Caminito Vecinos Unit 64
San Diego, CA, 92128
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Carmel Mountain Ranch?
The median home price is $1,295,272, which is higher than 75.5% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common in Carmel Mountain Ranch?
The neighborhood mainly has medium to large single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999.
How diverse is Carmel Mountain Ranch?
It has a diverse population with significant Asian ancestry and multiple languages spoken, including English, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and Spanish.