Custom Home Builders in Pacific Beach & Mission Beach, CA
Build your custom home in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach, CA
How much does it cost to build a home in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA?
The cost to build a custom home in San Diego County will vary based on many different factors. Lot location and size, permits and fees, and specific design choices will all impact the all-in cost to build a custom home in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach. We estimate that the cost to build a home in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach is approximately $400 - $600 per square foot, including some modest allocations for improvements and soft costs. If you’re interested in learning more about the cost breakdown, you can read our article about how much it costs to build a home in San Diego. If you would like an estimate for your project, use our Land/Build Calculator.
How much does land cost in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA?
Located just south of La Jolla, Pacific Beach and Mission Beach are two coastal neighborhoods of San Diego with a range of different land/lot prices. You’ll find a mix of coastal lots and older homes which can be torn down, with sizes ranging from 0.1 acres to 0.75 acres. This price is largely dependent on the lot’s distance to the coast and improvements required. We estimate that a straightforward lot with minimal improvements will cost somewhere in the range of $1,500,000 - $1,800,000.As Pacific and Mission Beach are a highly affluent areas that have largely been developed, this would be an ideal area to look at tear-downs for an opportunity to build something unique to the area – a brand new luxury custom home.
Land in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach includes the following zip codes: 92109
If you would like an estimate for your project, use our Land/Build Calculator.
Why Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA is a great place to live
Pacific Beach is a neighborhood of San Diego located right next to the beach with a population of over 42,000. Mission Beach is a smaller neighborhood situated on a peninsula just south of Pacific Beach, with a population of just over 2,000. Pacific Beach and Mission Beach both have a mix of urban and suburban feels. Both neighborhoods offer residents a wide variety of amenities, including multiple parks, a diverse population, and highly-rated public schools. Pacific Beach and Mission Beach are great places to live if you love the beach because you’ll never be far from it in these neighborhoods. These two areas are also a short drive from downtown San Diego. In Pacific Beach and Mission Beach, there are also plenty of great coffee shops, bars, and restaurants.
Things to do in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA
With close proximity to both the beach and downtown San Diego, Pacific Beach and Mission Beach have plenty of activities to keep you and your whole family entertained. To get a feel for the local scenery and culture, take a stroll down the Mission Beach Boardwalk. This walk is beloved by tourists and locals alike, with lots of vendors, games, and rides available for all ages. This boardwalk is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the local culture of this beach town.
At the nearby Mission Bay, you can enjoy sailing, paddle boarding, jet skiing, or whatever other water sport floats your boat. You can even take a whale-watching tour to get a view of the ocean wildlife in their natural habitat. In the evening, take a moonlit cruise on the Bahia Belle, a sternwheeler fashioned after Mississippi River boats that features live music.
Also in the area is Belmont Park, a beachside amusement park that taps into the nostalgia of retro theme parks. The park draws millions of visitors every year, and is home to the historic Giant Dipper roller coaster, which is considered a local landmark. Along with rollercoasters, the park features an arcade and a variety of food options.
If you prefer a more relaxed type of entertainment, try picnicking at Fiesta Island. This is the perfect place to enjoy the beach and spend time with family and/or friends. You can even camp overnight on the island. Mission Beach and Pacific Beach have so much to offer that even after completing this list there is much left to explore, so do your own research as well and enjoy the area!
What's the process to build a custom home in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA?
The process of building your custom home with Buildable is straightforward when working with our team and our dialed process. We break down the process into 3 phases: Locate, Design, and Build.
Locate Phase
During the locate phase, we will be finding the perfect location for your dream home. Our real estate team will provide you with a shortlist of options right for the project.
There are more properties than what you see on the web. Through Buildable’s proprietary Active Search process, we reach out to vacant landowners to create off-market opportunities. At any given time we may have 5-10 of these Buildable exclusive lots.
Once in contract, we will perform due diligence on the property to reduce risk and identify challenges. This includes the creation of a Land Report, which contains a 28-point audit to ensure you have all the relevant information to proceed with confidence. This step will also inform the land negotiation process.
Design Phase
During the design phase, we will procure the right designer and customize the home around all of your must-haves. We will identify the home requirements and develop a thorough plan and estimate to ensure we stay within the budget and on time.
There are many options when designing a home, and you don’t always need an Architect. We will help develop a strategy that fits your needs.
Build Phase
We will be building your dream home to your exact specifications. The building process is straightforward but will require decisions at key times during the journey. Buildable aims to make the process smooth, easy, and adaptable to the level of effort and attention you desire.
How long does it take to build a custom home in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA?
Typically, in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach, building a home requires about 12 months, but that’s only the construction of your home. The custom home construction timeline also includes finding the land, designing the home, developing plans, and permitting.
So, how long does it take to build a custom home accounting for all the steps? Building a custom home in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach can take around 24 months when you factor in finding the land, designing the home, and building it. If you want to learn more about the time it takes to build a custom home, read our article How Long Does It Take To Build A Custom Home in San Diego?
Is Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA subject to coastal commission development permits (aka Coastal Zone)?
In some areas close to the water, you may be subject to additional permits, costs, and time to build your home. Lots subject to this requirement can change block by block, so part of our Land Report will be to review this aspect of the land so you will be aware and level set on expectations. We can also aim to avoid these zones in our search.
How to choose the best custom home builder in Pacific Beach, CA and Mission Beach, CA?
Finding a quality builder in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach can be challenging because customers have trouble vetting them. At the beginning of a project, you won’t have the scope of the home tightly defined enough for an accurate estimate. Most builders will provide you with cost estimate ranges by square footage. The other complication is that you also need to include the improvement costs that are specific to the lot, as that will be a unique driver of cost. Buildable is an A & B licensed General Contractor and will guide you through the design to achieve your budget.
Once you have plans, you can bid out your project to get a real sense of costs. Ignore the builders who provide a “foot in the door” price far lower than other bids. You must know everything that's part of the bid, including your fixtures, finishes, and appliance specifications. That’s the only way to make an apples-to-apples comparison between bids.
If you would like to learn more about picking a homebuilder, read our article on how to Hire a builder.
Build your home with Buildable
Building a home in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach takes an immense amount of time and effort, and can appear overwhelming to those who start the journey alone. However, building a home can be straightforward when you approach the process with experts by your side who can guide you through every step.
At Buildable, all of the people you need to have a stress-free home build will work with you to create the home of your dreams. Read about our team, talk to us, and get the answers to questions you may have about starting the custom home building process in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach.
How is Buildable different from other custom home builders?
Buildable manages the process from start-to-finish. First, we help you locate and purchase the land ensuring that it’s capable of supporting your vision. Second, we help you design your home through a variety of cost-effective options. The most important part is having our experienced engineering team guiding you through the design process to ensure a cost-effective balance to meet your goals. Third, we bring your dream home to life by assembling quality craftsman/women to build your vision.
We are the innovators of this approach — no one else offers a similar guided process from start-to-finish.
Our Service Areas in San Diego
Buildable operates within 60 miles of San Diego proper, but we do consult nationally. If you would like to learn more about where we work, simply check out Buildable’s service area.
Nearby service areas in San Diego include: