Otay Mesa West, San Diego

Otay Mesa West is a residential neighborhood in the southern section of San Diego. It borders Interstate 805 to the east, Interstate 5 to the west, and California State Route 905 to the south. It neighbors Ocean View Hills to the east, Nestor and Palm City to the west and Chula Vista to the north. The northern boundary of Otay Mesa West roughly coincides with the Otay River. Major thoroughfares include Palm Avenue, Coronado Avenue, Picador Boulevard, Del Sol Boulevard, Beyer Boulevard, and Beyer Way.

History

The area which now includes Otay Mesa West was annexed from San Diego County along with other portions of South San Diego in 1957.

Landmarks and facilities

Otay Mesa West abuts the Otay Valley Regional Park, a regional natural resource. Within the neighborhood's boundaries are Palm Ridge Park, Silverwing Park, and Montgomery Waller Community Park.

Education

Public schools in Otay Mesa West include Pence Elementary, Los Altos Elementary, Southwest Middle, Montgomery Middle, and Montgomery High School.