Life in San Diego: 8 Reasons to Call “America’s Finest City” Home
Last updated on September 16th, 2025
Nestled on the Pacific Coast, San Diego is known for its scenic harbor and world-renowned beaches. However, the city offers much more than just natural beauty. Whether you’re still in school, looking for your first job, starting a family, or enjoying your retirement, San Diego has something for everyone. Explore our top eight reasons to consider life in San Diego, and learn more about our current and upcoming new luxury home communities in this incredible city.
More Fun in the Sun
San Diego residents rarely need to plan around the weather. With consistent sunshine and temperatures between 49 and 70 degrees, residents can enjoy various outdoor activities throughout the year.
A Strong Job Market
San Diego is home to companies from various industries, including education, healthcare, government, public administration, technology, and logistics. There are also many career opportunities in the area, working for the U.S. Navy or Marine Corps.
Commuter-Friendly Trips
Traveling around San Diego is easy with many public transit options like the MTS bus or the Blue Line Trolley. Locals also enjoy a shorter drive to work than the national average.
An Abundance of Education Options
In addition to its stellar public school districts, San Diego boasts a tremendous field of nationally ranked colleges and universities. Notable institutions include the University of California at San Diego, University of San Diego, San Diego State University, and National University.
Sports, Culture, and Family Fun
There’s always something fun to do in San Diego. The city’s sports scene is buzzing, with the hometown Padres leading the charge. When they’re not cheering for their baseball team, locals attend lacrosse, indoor football, and soccer games from leagues of all levels. If you’re not a sports fan, there’s still plenty to do around the city. Spend the day getting lost in a history or art museum, attend Comic-Con dressed as your favorite character, build memories at Legoland, or take a trip to Sesame Place with the family.
Good Food and Drinks
A food lover’s paradise, San Diego capitalizes on its closeness to the sea and nearby Mexico to foster a variety of unique menus from restaurants of varying cuisines. San Diego is also known as the ‘Craft Beer Capital of America,’ so you’ll have plenty of drink options to pair with your delicious meal.
The Beaches and the Outdoors
If you’re an ocean lover or enjoy an active lifestyle, there are plenty of beaches that provide the opportunity to surf, kayak, and partake in other water activities. While there are many San Diego beaches to explore, each offering its own distinct charm, the area is also known for its dog-friendly locations, including Dog Beach and Ocean Beach.
Residents enjoy an extensive network of hiking trails, scenic views, and natural wildlife nearby. San Diego’s piers are also a great way to enjoy the shoreline.
A Luxury Lifestyle Starts at Home
If you are looking for the perfect new home in San Diego, Toll Brothers has three luxury home communities currently open for sale in the area: Mira Vista, Everly at Civita, and The Cove at Encinitas.
Mira Vista offers exquisite coastal townhome living in a central location within San Diego’s Clairemont Mesa area with access to Mission Bay Park, Pacific Beach, freeways, shopping, and dining. Everly at Civita in the heart of Mission Valley features luxury townhomes up to 2,300 square feet with expansive decks, attached 2-car garages, and access to resort-style amenities. The Cove at Encinitas is an intimate community of 42 homes, perfectly situated less than one mile from the beach, with close proximity to recreation, shopping, dining, and freeways.
Visit our website to learn more about life in San Diego, including Toll Brothers communities and home designs in the area.
