NAS North Island, CA - Nearby Cities

San Diego, CA
San Diego is the second-largest city in California after Los Angeles and has a current population of 1,359,000 people. It is located on the Pacific Ocean at the southernmost end of the western continental United States. The city is listed by Forbes Magazine as the fifth-wealthiest city in the United States and the 9th safest city. The top industries in the city are tourism, manufacturing, defense, and agriculture. San Diego is located just 8 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island and offers personnel who work on the base an easy commute to work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $398,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $965 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Omni Hotel and the Embassy Suites San Diego Bay offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $139.

Local attractions include the San Diego Zoo which offer numerous animal exhibits including the Polar Rim, the Elephant Odyssey, and the Asian Passage. Most every species of animals are represented in one of the themed areas including gorillas, hippos, monkeys, and an Australasian aviary. The San Diego Harbor Excursion allows visitor to see San Diego from a water view. From the water taxi to the dinner cruises, by boat is one of the most scenic trips offered in the San Diego area.

Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista is the second largest city in the San Diego metropolitan area and the seventh largest city in Southern California. The city has a current population of 227,000 and is a popular tourist destination. Chula Vista is home to the Cricket Wireless Amphitheater, Knott's Soak City USA, and the Chula Vista Nature Center. Located just 11 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island, the town offers a thriving community for those new residents looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $210,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $825 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Ramada and La Quinta Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $85.

Local attractions include the Chula Vista Nature Center which is located on San Diego Bay and features zoo/aquarium plants and animals that are native to the San Diego area. The center features sea turtle feeding, shark and ray feeding and even feeding times for an eagle. Workshops are held to encourage conservation and preservation. Arts and crafts are also offered on weekends. Knott's Soak City USA offers five total water stations with about 5 slides per station. The slides offer two or four person combinations which make the speed that much faster. The park is a great way to spend a fun outing with the family.

National City, CA
National City is a city in San Diego County, California with a population of 54,000 people. It is the second oldest city in San Diego County and was established in 1868 by Frank Kimball and his two brothers who purchased all the nearby land and formed National City. National City occupies 24 miles and lies immediately south of San Diego. Located just 8 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island, the city offers a thriving community for those looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $174,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $985 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn and the Comfort Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $80.

Local attractions include the San Diego Zoo which offer numerous animal exhibits including the Polar Rim, the Elephant Odyssey, and the Asian Passage. Most every species of animals are represented in one of the themed areas including gorillas, hippos, monkeys, and an Australasian aviary. The San Diego Harbor Excursion allows visitor to see San Diego from a water view. From the water taxi to the dinner cruises, by boat is one of the most scenic trips offered in the San Diego area.

La Mesa, CA
La Mesa is a city located in San Diego County, California with a population of 54,000 people. It was established in 1869 and officially incorporated in 1912. The town is bordered by San Diego and covers 24 miles. The town got its name from a Spanish word that means "the plateau" or "the table". La Mesa is located 15 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island, and offers new residents a short commute to work for those looking to live off base.

Homes for sale in the area start at $309,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $825 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn and the Comfort Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $80.

Local attractions include the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum which features Santa Clause rides in season as well as a Railway Museum ground and a Display building. The museum is the sole surviving Railway Station in existence. Admission lets you view over 80 pieces of equipment including antique steam locomotives, passenger cars, and freight cars as well as riding in the caboose of the main train with the conductor. It is a great way to spend a family fun day.

Imperial Beach, CA
Imperial Beach is a beach city located in San Diego County, California that has a population of 29,000. It is the southernmost beach city in Southern California and covers 11 miles of land. The city is in the extreme southwest corner of the continental United States bordered by Tijuana, Mexico and the Pacific Ocean. The town is located just 11 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island and offers visitors a picturesque beachfront community in which to live and work. The short commute to the base is an added bonus.

Homes for sale in the area start at $225,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $825 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Sand Castle Inn and the Seacoast Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $80.

Local attractions include Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge which offers visitors a chance to visit the last remaining salt march that is home to over 215 bird species. There is a visitor center that offers educational and interpretative programs, and the area surrounding the visitor center offers hiking trails. Wildlife-viewing platforms are also provided and species such as the western snowy plover, and the buffleheads can be seen at the mouth of the nearby bay.

Bonita, CA
Bonita is a city located in San Diego County, California between Chula Vista and San Diego. The city covers 5 square miles of land and has a current population of 12,400 people. The town got its name from a Spanish word meaning "beautiful". Bonita is known for its rural landscape just a short distance from the more populated cities. The Sweetwater National Park is a major attraction in the area. Located just 16 miles from the Naval Air Station North Island, the town offers a picturesque location for those military personnel looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $325,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $875 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the La Quinta Inn offer accommodations such as high speed internet and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $79.

Local attractions include the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center which offers a historical peek into the heritage of the region. Chula Vista Nature Center is located on San Diego Bay and features zoo/aquarium plants and animals that are native to the San Diego area. The center features sea turtle feeding, shark and ray feeding and even feeding times for an eagle. Workshops are held to encourage conservation and preservation. Arts and crafts are also offered on weekends.