Chula Vista means "beautiful view" in Spanish and, indeed, the city lives up to its name. Located just seven miles from downtown San Diego and seven miles from the Mexican border, the city is at the center of one of the richest economic and culturally diverse zones in the United States.

As the second largest city in San Diego County, Chula Vista has quickly become a special destination for tourists. One of the nation's few year-round U.S. Olympic Training centers is located here. Visitors can shop at the region's newest lifestyle center, take in an outdoor concert at Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre, or make a splash at Knott's Soak City USA. And there's more-- top-notch golf courses, a scenic marina, the Chula Vista Nature Center, beautiful parks, and an endless variety of dining, shopping, business and leisure opportunities.

Chula Vista's near-perfect Mediterranean climate lends itself to the many outdoor sports enjoyed by its residents, from sailing on San Diego Bay, to bicycling and horseback riding in nearby mountains, to fishing in freshwater lakes and the Pacific Ocean. The city boasts four golf courses, two harbor marinas, miles of pedestrian, biking and equestrian trails, and numerous parks and other recreation facilities.

Chula Vista is also home to a thriving business community that encompasses the historic downtown Third Avenue district, new state-of-the-art office complexes, and manufacturing facilities.

Excellent planning has been Chula Vista's hallmark. With its six lane boulevards, north-south toll road, and both master planned and established communities, the City continues to provide the best in living choices. From estate homes to affordable housing, Chula Vista has something for everyone.

Housing Cost

Estimated median house or condo value in 2008: $449,600

Mean prices in 2008: All housing units: $461,861; Detached houses: $529,107; Townhouses or other attached units: $321,537; In 2-unit structures: $388,245; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $260,928; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $300,013; Mobile homes: $24,587; Occupied boats, RVs, vans, etc.: $44,830


Demographics

Population in July 2008: 219,318. Chula Vista covers 48.9 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 70 feet above sea level. Area code: 619

Weather

Chula Vista, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.

The warmest month of the year is September with an average maximum temperature of 78.70 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 45.50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 13 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 22 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Chula Vista is 9.95 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 2.07 Inches.

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