Neighborhoods
Coronado Island
Affluent coastal$3,200 to $5,000/mo
Iconic island community, walking distance to base, extremely expensive
Chula Vista
Suburban$2,100 to $2,800/mo
Best value in the region, growing south bay community, 20 to 25 minute commute
National City
Urban suburban$1,900 to $2,500/mo
Affordable, close to base via Coronado Bridge, diverse community
Point Loma
Naval community$2,400 to $3,200/mo
Strong military presence, ocean views, convenient to multiple bases
Schools
Coronado High School
Grades 9-12
Outstanding public school, small class sizes, strong athletics and academics
Sweetwater High School
Grades 9-12
Serves Chula Vista and National City area, improving academic programs
Silver Strand Elementary
Grades K-5
On Coronado, highly rated, close to base housing
Housing Intel
On-Post Housing
Family housing on Coronado is very limited and competitive; most families live off-base
Off-Post Rental Market
Coronado is among the most expensive duty stations in the Navy; Chula Vista offers better value
Commute
Coronado residents walk or bike to base. National City and Chula Vista are 20 to 30 minutes via the bridge.
Installation Highlights
- Carrier aviation homeport on Coronado Island in one of the most beautiful cities in America
- Coronado Beach consistently ranked among the best beaches in the United States
- SEAL Team and Naval Special Warfare Command are neighbors, creating an elite military community
- San Diego year-round Mediterranean climate with over 266 sunny days per year
- World-class zoo, Balboa Park, and Gaslamp Quarter just across the bay in downtown San Diego