About National City, California
National City is the second-oldest city in San Diego County and a tightly built urban community just south of downtown. The city features historic Victorian homes in the Brick Row and Heritage Square districts, a major working waterfront tied to the Port of San Diego, and the famous National City Mile of Cars. Rental demand is consistently strong and the trolley connects the city to downtown and Tijuana.
Population: ~57,000 · Region: South Bay · County: San Diego
National City highlights
- Mile of Cars
- Port-adjacent
- Investor demand
- Historic Brick Row
Neighborhoods & areas of National City
Brick Row / Heritage Square
Historic Victorian district with restored homes and walkable blocks.
Granger Hills
Hillside neighborhood with bay views and single-family homes.
Olivewood / Lincoln Acres
Established residential pockets with starter homes.
Westside / Marina District
Port-adjacent neighborhoods near Pier 32 and the bayfront.
Things to do in National City
- Pier 32 Marina
- National City Aquatic Center
- Kimball Park & community center
- Westfield Plaza Bonita (adjacent)
- Mile of Cars auto row
- Granger Music Hall
National City ZIP codes
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ZIP codes for National City, CA: 91950.
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