If step one is deciding you are moving to San Diego, step two is contemplating where in San Diego County you want to live. Choices range from active city neighborhoods to bustling oceanfront villages to family-oriented inland communities. Many newcomers are surprised that San Diego isn’t one big sprawling city. Instead, it is a collection of various and welcoming neighborhoods, each with its own distinct personality. In a county with so many diverse regions, choosing a neighborhood to buy a new home can be a difficult process. With so many options to consider, it’s important to look at the schools, resale stats, appreciation in the past year or two and of course traffic can be a huge consideration. For most buyers however, the primary question is price and with the housing market consistently increasing, it remains at the very top of the list! While there are a number of practical considerations to weigh while searching for the community that best suits the needs of you and your family, you’ll want to consider factors that contribute to a region’s quality of life.