Alpine Area Information

Alpine Homes for Sale

Alpine is a vibrant community that offers all of the advantages of rural living with the conveniences of an urban locale. The community of over 14,000 residents is located to the east of El Cajon and 30 minutes away from the heart of San Diego. Situated on the outskirts of Cleveland National Forest, the community offers exquisite mountain scenery along with nearby natural attractions and a charming rural feel that should make just about anyone feel at home. The community is also popular with residents commuting from the San Diego metropolitan area.

Alpine Area Things to Do

Cleveland National Forest happens to be one of the biggest draws in the area, but there are also plenty of other areas where residents and visitors can enjoy a wide assortment of recreational activities. Lake Jennings Park in nearby Lakeside provides an excellent spot for fishing, camping and many other outdoor activities. El Monte County Park and Flinn Springs County Park are two other parks just outside of Alpine that attract visitors on a regular basis.

Alpine's business district is smaller than most other communities, but it offers a decent selection of dining and shopping venues. Residents also have the option of taking the 30-minute drive into San Diego and surrounding cities for a greater number of shopping and entertainment options. For local entertainment options, residents and visitors should look no further than Viejas Casino and Outlet Center, located along Interstate 8 east of Alpine.

Alpine offers an eclectic mix of new and older homes for sale, many of which been renovated just recently. Many of these homes range from affordable ranchers to high-value split-level and two-story homes. Most of these homes are shielded from street view thanks to trees, shrubbery and in many cases, tastefully decorated walls and fences. This creates a cozy and intimate environment that offers homeowners plenty of privacy from the rest of the world. Just outside of the community's boundaries lies Palo Verde Lake, where potential buyers can find highly attractive real estate with access to the quiet and secluded lake. With excellent schools nearby, families can purchase and move into the home of their dreams with plenty of confidence.