


City Guide
Valley Center, CA
Overview
Just 45 minutes from downtown San Diego is the town of Valley Center, CA. Home to 12,000 residents, Valley Center is a quiet rural area featuring wide-open spaces surrounded by agriculture farms. A fun fact about the town is that it was initially called Bear Valley. The town received great notoriety for capturing the largest California Grizzly Bear in history; however, the name was eventually changed to reflect the beautiful terrain. Living in Valley Center means you can enjoy plenty of local events throughout the year, like Valley Center Western Days. Plus, there are numerous options for those that love the outdoors, such as Hellhole Canyon Preserve which offers more than 13 miles of hiking and riding trails.
What’s it like to live in Valley Center, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Valley Center, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$950,000
and homes stay on the market for 29 days.
When comparing property types, median sale prices vary. The median sale price of a single family home in Valley Center is $950,000
. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Valley Center, CAExplore our Valley Center housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Valley Center home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Valley Center, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Valley Center
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Lake Wohlford | $855,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
North Ridge | $850,000 | 73 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Valley Center
See all homes for saleRental listings in Valley Center
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsValley Center Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 27% of Valley Center homebuyers searched to move out of Valley Center, while 73% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Valley Center from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into Valley Center more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Washington.
Where are people moving to Valley Center from?
- 73% of Valley Center homebuyers searched to stay within the Valley Center metropolitan area.
- Phoenix was the most popular destination among Valley Center homebuyers followed by Las Vegas and Portland.
Where are people from Valley Center moving to?
Number of People Moving to Valley Center
least
most
People are moving to Valley Center from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 6,111 | ||
2 | 1,572 | ||
3 | 425 | ||
4 | 186 | ||
5 | 103 | ||
6 | 92 | ||
7 | 81 | ||
8 | 25 | ||
9 | 10 | ||
10 | 8 |
People are leaving Valley Center for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 562 | ||
2 | 510 | ||
3 | 413 | ||
4 | 312 | ||
5 | 283 | ||
6 | 249 | ||
7 | 219 | ||
8 | 209 | ||
9 | 207 | ||
10 | 205 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Valley Center, CA ?
Some of the best things to do in Valley Center, CA, range from checking out local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Valley Center is home to the Valley Center History Museum, a popular museum for locals and visitors. Performing arts venues like Harrah's Events Center and Maxine Theatre are top spots amongst locals. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Valley Center. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or trek through many parks, like Park, Wilderness Gardens Park, or Robert Adams Community Park. There are a variety of diverse eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in Valley Center. Don't miss out on popular spots like Portino's Restaurant, K.J. Chinese Restaurant, and Casa Reveles Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Valley Center
What's the best way to get around Valley Center, CA ?
Valley Center Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Airports
Valley Center has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.