Alpine

To Downtown San Diego: 32 minutes

ZIP CODE 91901-91903-92019

To Sell $1.99K - $3.79M
To Rent --

Local information

School

3 Elementary Schools
1 Middle School
1 High School (El Cajon)

Crime

Lowest crime relative to the rest of San Diego county.

Commute

74.3% drive their own car alone
13.0% carpool with others
10.4% work from home
1.4% take mass transit

Shop & Eat

37 Restaurants
193 Places to Shop

General Description

Ancestral Paradise

Surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest, Alpine is a census-designated place (CDP) in the Cuyamaca Mountains of San Diego County, California. With a population of 14,236 based on the 2010 census, it borders two reservations of Viejas, the Kumeyaay Nation, and Sycuan as well as the rural unincorporated areas of the city of El Cajon. The ancestors of the Kumeyaay Indians lived in the Alpine region, possibly as long as 12,000 years before its modern settlement.

The name Alpine dates back to the 1880s, when it was suggested by a resident who said that the environment reminded her of her native country— Switzerland. In recent decades, there has been suburban development in the small commercial district along Alpine Blvd.

The town sits on both sides of Interstate 8 at the eastern extent of the California coastal region as well as the western extent of the Peninsular Ranges. In Alpine, the summers are dry and warm while winters are cool with moderate precipitation. The temperatures are usually more extreme than coastal San Diego, with an average rainfall of less than 15 inches each year. The amount of rainfall also varies significantly from month to month, falling mostly from November to March. Snowfall is quite rare, but trace amounts fall once in every two to three winters.

The Alpine community is surrounded by vast stretches of rural areas that were established in the late 19th and early 20th century. Most of these remain sparsely populated and carefully preserved today. They feature horse ranches, small farms, open chaparral hillsides and riparian canyons—perfect for outdoor exploring.

Alpine is also home to the headquarters of the Ewiiaapaayp Band as well as the Viejas band of Kumeyaay Native Americans. Alpine residents work in varied sectors, including construction, health care, public administration, and education. Excellent medical care is available at the Scripps Hospital East County, which you will find around nine miles away in El Cajon.

Alpine More Features

Alpine has three elementary schools and just one middle school, and students attend high school in El Cajon. Other destinations and amenities in Alpine include are two shopping centers, a branch of the San Diego County Library, the Alpine Historical Society Museum, several local parks, and a community center.

Because it’s located along Interstate 8, Alpine gives residents quick and convenient access to downtown San Diego. It’s a great community for individuals and families who want to enjoy rural life without sacrificing easy access to city amenities.

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Lot/landFor Sale Price $269,000 Crows Nest, El Cajon, California 92019

Crows Nest, El Cajon, California 92019

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13Sqft
Tremendous view of the little hamlet of Harbison Canyon. Security Gate meets you at the entrance to Crow's Nest Lane. This is an area of few but Beautiful New Homes. All homes in this area are built on multiple acres. This is the last available parcel on Crows Nest. The perfect place on which to build your own private Idaho.
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Lot/landFor Sale Price $189,000 0 Via Viejas Oeste, Alpine, California

0 Via Viejas Oeste, Alpine, California 91901

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3.96Sqft
Spectacular 4 acre lot in Rancho Palo Verde Estates that is ready for you to build your custom home on. A third of this property is covered in an oak tree canopy leading down to the creek. The creek runs the entire length of the back of the property. The community has many amenities to compliment the property.
$189,000

Lot/landFor Sale Price $620,000 510 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, California 91

510 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, California 91901

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3.92Sqft
3.92 Acres Commercial Lot. 800ft Freeway Frontage, 10 Minutes from Viejas Casino, SANDAG 49,000 Daily Traffic Count, Possible Hotel/Motel Use. Right off 8 Freeway at Tavern Road. A70 Zoning allows for Family Residential and Group Residential.
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Lot/landFor Sale Price $148,000 1915 Grade, Alpine, California 91901 -

1915 Grade, Alpine, California 91901

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Discover the magnificent view this property offers. This parcel is a great opportunity and you would hate to pass it up. Electricity is available and close by. This land has well established trees and could provide a place of solitude. Only a few minutes away from Viejas entertainment and shopping.
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Residential For Sale 5 Bedrooms 2016 Grade Road, Alpine, California 91

2016 Grade Road, Alpine, California 91901

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Resting within the stunning vistas of Alpine, California, this exceptional estate provides a living experience that embodies luxury, comfort, and breathtaking beauty. Located in an exclusive and secluded setting, it offers unobstructed all-encompassing panoramic views in every direction creating a haven for those in search of a seamless blend of natural splendor and opulent living.
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