Is Cortez Hill 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)
202 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, a medical aid incident appears to involve Medic 2 and Engine 201 near Welch Road in San Diego. | Welch Rd, San Diego, CA 92101 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel from Medic 32 were dispatched for a possible medical issue near Mawana Drive and Hill in San Diego. | Cross St, San Diego, CA 92110 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to provide medical aid at an apartment on 34th Street in San Diego. | 34th St C, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to an apartment near 34th Street in San Diego and later downgraded. | 34th St, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews and Engine 20 were dispatched to provide medical aid for a reported assault near Coastline Place in San Diego. | Coastline Pl, San Diego, CA 92110 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical dispatch called for truck 14 to a location near 32nd Street and Lincoln Avenue. | 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a woman lying in a sleeping bag on a southbound transit platform and refusing to leave, and officers coordinated which unit would respond to the apparent trespassing complaint. | Imperial Ave Ste 1000, San Diego, CA 92101 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call reported near 32nd Street at Lincoln Avenue and Polk Avenue in San Diego; dispatched to Truck 14. | 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 46-year-old male experienced chest pain at the Truck 14 station in San Diego. Advanced life support was requested with Medic 38 dispatched. | 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was reported near Lace Place and Carolina Lane, San Diego. Units Engine 12 and others were dispatched with medical priority codes. | Lace Pl, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Cortez Hill is a suburban neighborhood in San Diego with mostly small apartments and townhomes built since 2000. The vacancy rate is moderate at 6.9%, near the national median.
The neighborhood has a high renter occupancy and a large share of residents living alone. It is notable for a strong work-from-home culture and a diverse linguistic and ethnic population.
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 35.8% |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 6.9% |
Housing market and real estate character
Cortez Hill's housing stock is dominated by small apartments and high-rise buildings with a high renter occupancy and moderate vacancy rate.
| Small Unit Share (Studio to 2 Bedrooms) | 100.0% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 95.4% |
| Renter Occupied Rate | High |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Cortez Hill is popular with singles and young professionals, featuring a high share of residents living alone and working from home.
| Residents Living Alone | 57.4% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home | 35.8% |
| Children in Poverty | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Employment | 64.2% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Employment | 18.1% |
| Clerical and Tech Support Employment | 14.2% |
| Government Employment | 6.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 28.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (75.6%)","Spanish","Tagalog"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (17.0%)","Asian (15.5%)","English (13.2%)","German (8.1%)","Irish (7.1%)"] |
Commute
Cortez Hill residents have moderate commute times with a high rate of driving alone and a significant share working from home.
Cortez Hill offers a flexible commute profile with many residents working remotely and moderate drive-alone rates.
| Work From Home | 35.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 56.4% |
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 53.8% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Cortez Hill?
The median home price is $705,596, less expensive than 66.1% of California neighborhoods.
What is the average rent?
Average rent is $3,575, lower than 41.4% of California neighborhoods.
How many residents work from home?
35.8% of residents work from home, higher than 97.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.