University City/UTC Real Estate

Welcome to University City, a vibrant and thriving community nestled in the heart of San Diego, California. Often referred to as UTC (short for University Town Center), this dynamic neighborhood is perfectly situated between the stunning coastline and the bustling urban life of downtown San Diego, making it an ideal location for both residents and visitors alike.

University City is renowned for its unique blend of residential charm and urban convenience. The area is home to a diverse population, including students, professionals, and families, all drawn to its welcoming atmosphere and excellent amenities. With proximity to the prestigious University of California, San Diego (UCSD), the neighborhood boasts a rich educational environment, fostering innovation and creativity.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of green spaces and parks, such as the expansive Rose Canyon Open Space Park and the picturesque Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, which offer stunning coastal views and hiking trails. For shopping and dining, UTC is a paradise with the renowned Westfield UTC mall, where you can find a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options to suit every taste.

The community is also well-connected, with easy access to major highways and public transportation, making commuting a breeze. With its blend of academic excellence, recreational opportunities, and a strong sense of community, University City is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Whether you’re looking for a cozy apartment or a spacious family home, UTC has something for everyone. Come discover the charm and convenience of University City, where your ideal lifestyle awaits!

Newest Listings in University City/UTC

$550,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260023288 MLS ⋅ Venetian Condo BLDG.

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3929 Nobel Dr Unit 89, University City/UTC

$665,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ PTP2607195 MLS ⋅ Genessee Highlands BLDG.

This beautifully appointed󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 2bd, 1ba home offers an expansive living and dining room with plantation shutters and a sleek and contemporary kitchen. The kitchen features modern appliances, quartz countertops and frameless european acrylic cabinetry with push-close hinges (no knobs). This home has easy-care vinyl flooring and laundry is a breeze with a full-size washer/dryer set. You can feel secure in this second story home with balcony views of the nearby canyon. You will appreciate parking for two cars in a secure one-car garage and private driveway. There's even a private storage closet on the west side of the building. Close to La Jolla Shores (beach), or shopping at the UTC Mall (University Town Center). Great for students as UCSD is only minutes away and public transportation is nearby. Genesse Highlands has its own park, playground, and private pool and provides access to high caliber elementary, middle and high schools. The low HOA fee also includes some insurance, grounds maintenance, trash and water. This beautifully appointed 2bd, 1ba home offers an expansive living and dining room with plantation shutters and a sleek and contemporary kitchen. The kitchen features modern appliances, quartz countertops and frameless european acrylic cabinetry with push-close hinges (no knobs). This home has easy-care vinyl flooring and laundry is a breeze with a full-size washer/dryer set. You can feel secure in this second story home with balcony views of the nearby canyon. You will appreciate parking for two cars in a secure one-car garage and private driveway. There's even a private storage closet on the west side of the building. Close to La Jolla Shores (beach), or shopping at the UTC Mall (University Town Center). Great for students as UCSD is only minutes away and public transportation is nearby. Genesse Highlands has its own park, playground, and private pool and provides access to high caliber elementary, middle and high schools. The low HOA fee also includes some insurance, grounds maintenance, trash and water.

8025 Camino Kiosco, University City/UTC

$669,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023251 MLS ⋅ La Paz BLDG.

TURNKEY LA JOLLA󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 COLONY CORNER UNIT! Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the desirable La Paz community offers comfort, privacy, and convenience. The oversized split-bedroom floor plan provides excellent separation between bedrooms, while expansive windows and luxury wood-look vinyl plank flooring create a bright, inviting atmosphere. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a contemporary tile backsplash, flowing seamlessly into the living and dining areas. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with modern finishes. The spacious primary suite includes an en-suite bath and walk-in closet, and a full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located inside the unit. Enjoy the private second floor corner unit location, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two assigned, covered parking spaces are included. Ideally located near UTC, UCSD, La Jolla beaches, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and I-5 and SR-52. An exceptional opportunity for a primary residence, second home, or investment property in one of San Diego's most desirable locations. The HOA covers water, sewer, trash, exterior and roof maintenance, landscaping, limited insurance, pest control, termite treatment,community, as well as pool and spa. Pet restrictions apply.

4065 Porte La Paz, Unit 155, University City/UTC

$1,550,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023076 MLS

Welcome to this󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 beautiful detached single-family home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and Southern California living. The home features hard-surface flooring throughout with no carpet, along with abundant cabinetry and generous storage space for everyday living. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat featuring a sparkling swimming pool and relaxing spa—perfect for entertaining, weekend gatherings, or simply enjoying the San Diego sunshine. Mature fruit trees in both the front and backyard add greenery, charm, and the enjoyment of fresh seasonal fruit. A major highlight is the PAID-OFF SOLAR system, providing valuable energy savings with no ongoing solar lease payment. The convenient location puts you close to UCSD, shopping, dining, schools, and major freeways, with easy access to La Jolla, beautiful San Diego beaches, UTC, and Downtown San Diego.Whether relaxing by the pool, enjoying the spa, picking fruit from your own yard, or heading to the coast, this home offers an exceptional San Diego lifestyle. Private pool and spa, paid-off solar, abundant storage, no carpet, and a desirable central location make this property a wonderful place to call home. Welcome to this beautiful detached single-family home offering the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and the Southern California lifestyle! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this inviting residence offers a thoughtfully designed floor plan with hard-surface flooring throughout—no carpet—and abundant cabinetry providing excellent storage space for everyday living. The backyard is a true private retreat. Enjoy your own sparkling swimming pool and relaxing spa, perfect for entertaining family and friends, weekend gatherings, or simply unwinding under the San Diego sunshine. Mature fruit trees in both the front and backyard add charm, greenery, and a wonderful garden feel to the property. Another outstanding feature is the PAID-OFF SOLAR system, offering valuable energy savings without an ongoing solar lease payment. The home provides generous storage throughout, with extensive cabinetry and plenty of space to keep everything organized. The location makes this home even more desirable. Conveniently situated near UCSD with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and major freeways, the property is also ideally positioned for enjoying some of San Diego’s best destinations. Beautiful beaches, La Jolla, UTC, and Downtown San Diego are all within convenient reach, making work, school, dining, shopping, and recreation easily accessible. Whether enjoying a quiet evening by the pool, relaxing in the spa, picking fresh fruit from your own yard, or heading out to the beach, this home offers the lifestyle San Diego is known for. With a private pool and spa, paid-off solar, hard-surface flooring throughout, abundant storage, and a highly convenient central location, this property is ready for its next owner to call it home.

5920 Scripps St, University City/UTC

$789,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260022982 MLS ⋅ La Jolla City Club BLDG.

Unbeatable UTC Value󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 & Prime Location! Tucked away in the gated La Jolla City Club, this private two-story end-unit offers an incredible opportunity to build instant equity or secure top-tier rental returns. Ready for your personal TLC and priced to sell, the smart two-story layout features a bright, open living and dining area upstairs with a cozy fireplace, kitchen, and private deck for morning coffee. Downstairs offers dual primary suites—each complete with its own dedicated bath—alongside convenient in-unit laundry, plus two assigned covered carport spaces in the secure gated structure. Enjoy resort-style community amenities including a swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, BBQ areas, and clubhouse. Best of all, you can leave the car at home: walk to Westfield UTC mall, dining, entertainment, and the Blue Line Trolley connecting directly to UCSD and Downtown, with quick access to freeways, biotech hubs, and La Jolla beaches. Bring your vision to life in one of 92122's premier locations!

8148 Avenida Navidad, Unit 25, University City/UTC

$615,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022778 MLS ⋅ The Park BLDG.

Beautifully upgraded Two-Bedroom,󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 1.5 Bath condo with open floor plan, conveniently located in UTC! Updated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Newer Counter Tops and Cabinets; Vinyl Plank Flooring throughout, Remodeled Bathrooms, Vaulted Ceiling with Fans at Living Room and Both Bedrooms, and Washer/Dryer hookup in unit. A Large Balcony Overlooks Quiet Open Space; One-Car Garage with Storage and an Assigned Parking Space. The Park Complex features Three Pools, Guest Parking and Laundry Facilities. Close to Shopping, Restaurants, Schools and Freeway Access.

6186 Agee St Unit 264, University City/UTC

$1,050,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260022777 MLS ⋅ Andria BLDG.

Beautifully updated end-unit townhome ideally located in the Andria at Renaissance community, this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,217 sq. ft. of bright and inviting living space. The main living area features warm wood flooring, plantation shutters, a fireplace, and an open layout that flows into the updated kitchen with white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and counter seating. French doors open to a private, garden-like patio with a pergola, creating a peaceful outdoor space for dining, relaxing, or entertaining. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature their own private baths, including a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. The home also includes central air and an attached 2-car garage with direct access. Enjoy the beautifully maintained community with landscaped walking paths, ponds, green spaces, and a community pool and spa. Conveniently located near Westfield UTC, the trolley, UCSD, La Jolla, shopping, dining, major medical centers, and easy access to the 5 and 805 freeways.

5536 Renaissance, Unit 2, University City/UTC

$979,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022770 MLS

Discover an exciting󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 investment opportunity in the heart of University City! This single-level property offers tremendous potential, along with the added benefits of no HOA and no Mello-Roos. The expansive backyard provides plenty of room to create an impressive outdoor living and entertaining space. Conveniently located near neighborhood parks, highly regarded schools, shopping, dining, UC San Diego, UTC, major employment centers, and freeway access, the home is positioned in one of San Diego’s most desirable and centrally located communities. This property presents an exceptional opportunity with location, versatility, and future potential.

7131 Whipple Ave, University City/UTC

$730,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022757 MLS ⋅ The Venetian BLDG.

Recently Renovated in The Venetian, one of University City's most sought-after communities—perfectly positioned less than a mile from UCSD and just steps from everything that makes UTC a destination. This bright, clean 2-bed, 2-bath condo offers 1,080 sq ft of comfortable, move-in-ready living—ideal for owner-occupants, UCSD-area buyers, and investors alike. Inside you'll find a functional, light-filled layout with in-unit laundry and a smart, flexible floor plan. The home shows well and lives easy. Life at The Venetian means resort-style amenities: a solar-heated pool and spa, tennis courts, a fully equipped fitness center, clubhouse, study lounges, and BBQ areas—all in a secure gated community with guest parking and EV charging. The HOA covers water, sewer, trash, and exterior maintenance for truly low-maintenance ownership. The location is unbeatable. Walk to Westfield UTC's shopping, dining, and year-round ice rink, plus Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and the UTC trolley station. Quick access to the 5, 805, 52, and 56 freeways, La Jolla beaches, Scripps, and Torrey Pines. Zoned for Doyle Elementary and top-rated University City schools. Whether it's your first home, a rental near campus, or a smart investment, this is a rare opportunity in a prime coastal-adjacent location!

3935 Nobel, Unit 108, University City/UTC

$1,190,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 260022713 MLS ⋅ University Towne Square BLDG.

Highly sought-after University󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 Towne Square! This rare and spacious 1,908 sq. ft. end-unit offers one of the largest floor plans in the community, with 2-car attached garage and abundant natural light. Recently renovated throughout, featuring a recently installed A/C and furnace, plus an HOA-permitted exhaust hood. Enjoy a quiet end-unit location with a beautiful large lawn view in front, plenty of guest parking, and on-site EV charging stations. HOA fee of $654.91/month includes water. Community amenities include a swimming pool and clubhouse. Ideally located close to bus and trolley stations, shopping, dining, schools, and major tech centers. A rare combination of space, privacy, natural light, modern updates, and convenience.

4341 Nobel, Unit 113, University City/UTC

$1,585,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022682 MLS

Welcome to 6758󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 Dennison Street, a four bedroom two bath single level ranch in the midst of University City! A quiet location this home has unobstructed panoramic views to University Town Center to the north as well as to the west! Standley Recreation Center is close by with all it has to offer. This home has been thoughtfully improved and upgraded over the past several years, with extensive attention given to both comfort and functionality. In 2023, the property received an owned solar system with NEM 2.0, along with an upgraded 200-amp electrical service panel. Shutters were installed throughout, premium engineered vinyl flooring was added throughout the home, and the interior was freshly painted, with the exterior fascia and trim also receiving new paint. The kitchen was enhanced with new appliances, including a dishwasher, range, and refrigerator, as well as a new sink and disposal. In 2024, additional significant improvements included a new 50-year roof, new cisterns and gutters, and a new garage door and opener. Two skylights and a solar tube were installed to bring additional natural light into the home, while new canned LED lighting was added to the family room and kitchen. The kitchen was further updated with beautiful new soapstone countertops and a subway tile backsplash. The landscaping was also enhanced with ten new fruit trees, including four orange trees as well as grapefruit, mango, nectaplum, mandarin, lime, and peach trees. Please see supplement for addition information In 2025, the home received a new on-demand water heater and Coolaroo patio solar shades, adding both efficiency and comfort to the outdoor living space. Most recently, in 2026, the guest and primary bathrooms were remodeled, and door hardware was replaced throughout the home. Together, these improvements represent a substantial investment in the property and provide the next owner with a home that has been carefully maintained, updated, and enhanced over the past several years.

6758 Dennison St, University City/UTC

$1,679,500

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022654 MLS

Stunning and move-in󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 ready, this home offers refined living in the heart of University City. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home features a bright, open floor plan filled with natural light, stylish finishes, and an effortless indoor-outdoor feel. Set on an impressive 17,300 sq. ft. lot, the property offers exceptional space, privacy, and beautifully landscaped grounds with lush turf—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own private retreat. Ideally located near UTC, UC San Diego, shopping, dining, parks, and major freeways. A rare opportunity to own a truly turnkey home in one of San Diego’s most sought-after communities.

5478 Honors, University City/UTC

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