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Fleetridge.

A quiet top of the hillside neighborhood with mature streets, single story homes, plenty of harbor views and easy access to any part of Point Loma.

Fleetridge is a residential pocket on the bay-facing side of Point Loma, offering a calmer, more suburban feel than the busier coastal and commercial zones. Buyers are often drawn to its single story ranch and mid century modern homes known for great having great bones and ideal for remodeling. The  established neighborhood combines new and old generations where kids can play safely and have easy access to all the schools, parks and recreation.

The area has a refined but understated personality. It is less showy than La Playa and less beachy than Ocean Beach, making it appealing for families and long-term residents who want Point Loma convenience with a quieter daily rhythm.

At a glance

ZIP

92106

Median 3BR

~$1.8M–$2.8M

Homes

~800–1,300

Walk Score

~45–60

Schools

Cabrillo or Loma Portal · Dana + Correia · PLHS

Park acreage

Cabrillo Rec / Liberty Station nearby

Best for

Families, bay-side commuters, larger homes

Founded

Mostly mid-20th century

Where it is

The neighborhood runs along Fleetridge Drive, bordered by Loma Portal / Roseville edge to the north, La Playa / Wooded Area edge to the south, Rosecrans Street / bay-side commercial corridor to the east, and Catalina Boulevard / The Wooded Area to the west.

North Fleetridge: Closer to Loma Portal and Liberty Station access.

Central Fleetridge: Quiet residential core around Fleetridge Drive.

South edge: Transitions toward La Playa and The Wooded Area.

Adjacent: Loma Portal, Roseville, La Playa, The Wooded Area, Liberty Station.

A brief history

Fleetridge was developed in the early 1950s as a planned, upscale residential community on the hills of Point Loma. In 1949, the Point Loma Holding Corporation purchased 175 acres, led by aviation pioneer Reuben H. Fleet, and the neighborhood was named for his son, David Girton Fleet.

Unlike many neighborhoods laid out in a traditional street grid, Fleetridge was intentionally designed around the natural contours of the hillside, with winding streets, larger lots, and single-family, single story homes. The development was positioned as a more exclusive residential enclave for its time, with architectural restrictions intended to maintain a consistent, higher-end character – the most notable being that adding a second story or blocking views is prohibited. 

That original planning is still part of what makes Fleetridge distinctive today: quiet, curving streets, spacious properties, mature landscaping, and an elevated setting with easy access to the bay, Liberty Station, Shelter Island, beaches, and the rest of Point Loma.

The streets worth walking

Fleetridge Drive

The neighborhood’s defining residential spine with larger homes.

LIGGETT Street

An exploratory street with a variety of architectures that wind their way from flat to hillside with coveted city and harbor views.

Chatsworth Boulevard

Connector street that facilitates access to nearby schools, parks and retail.

Clove Street

Residential character and mature landscaping.

Tennyson Street

Central Point Loma access and established home mix.

Lucinda Street

Smaller residential street with quieter local rhythm.

Architecture

  • 1940s–1950s ranch homes: practical, single-level or split-level layouts.
  • Mid-century hillside homes: built for views, slope, and indoor-outdoor living.
  • 1970s–1990s larger family homes: more square footage and suburban layouts.
  • Contemporary remodels: open-plan interiors, updated façades, view decks.

HOA / design rules: No broad HOA; slope, drainage, and view relationships are important.

Living here day-to-day

Fleetridge gets the benefit of coastal air while feeling more protected than the direct oceanfront neighborhoods. The bay-side location can feel calmer and less fog-heavy than Sunset Cliffs.

Most errands require a short drive, but the neighborhood is very convenient by car. Residents are close to Rosecrans, Liberty Station, Shelter Island, and the airport.

The social character is residential and settled. It feels like a family-oriented, long-term neighborhood rather than a visitor destination.

The real estate

Snapshot date: May 2026 public-market estimate. Refresh with MLS before publishing.

Home typeTypical sq ftPrice rangeWhat you get
Smaller 2BR/3BR home1,200–1,700$1.3M–$1.8MOlder ranch/cottage, modest updates.
Mid-tier 3BR1,800–2,600$1.8M–$2.7MLarger lot or hillside home, family layout.
Renovated 4BR2,600–3,500$2.7M–$4MUpdated finishes, possible bay views.
Top tier custom / view3,500+$4M+Larger custom property, elevated position.

Schools

SchoolNotes
ElementarySilvergate Elementary | Rank: 9/10
MiddleDana Middle (5th-6th) | Rank: 8/10                    Correia Middle (7th-8th) | Rank 6/10
HighPoint Loma High School (9-12) | Rank: 9/10
Private / charter
High Tech High / High Tech Middle + Elementary at Liberty Station, Warren Walker, St. Charles, The Rock Academy, Point Loma Nazarene University

Where to eat, shop, walk

Eat

  • The Venetian Restaurant
  • Point Loma Seafoods
  • Mitch’s Seafood
  • Liberty Public Market
  • Cesarina

Shop

  • Rosecrans corridor shops
  • Liberty Station Marketplace
  • Shelter Island services

Walk

  • Neighborhood blocks around Fleetridge Drive
  • Shelter Island waterfront
  • Liberty Station promenade
  • NTC Park

“Fleetridge gives you the quiet side of Point Loma — close to everything, but not in the middle of the crowd.”

Mike McCurdy

Things to know before moving here

  1. Some streets are hilly and car-oriented.
  2. Older homes may need systems updates.
  3. View quality varies dramatically by block.
  4. Airport and military activity may be audible depending on location.
  5. Rosecrans traffic can affect commute timing.
  6. Fewer walkable commercial options than Ocean Beach or Liberty Station.

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