Nestled against the foothills of the Cuyamaca Mountains, Poway lives up to its motto as "The City in the Country" with over 40 square miles of scenic terrain. Located just 25 minutes from downtown San Diego, this welcoming community of 48,841 residents offers diverse employment opportunities with major companies like General Atomics and Geico Direct, while maintaining its natural beauty through spaces like Lake Poway Recreation Area and Blue Sky Ecological Reserve. The Green Valley and Old Poway neighborhoods feature single-family homes near the historic district's local shops and restaurants, while the Bridlewood and The Grove communities offer rental houses close to Poway's award-winning school district. Residents benefit from easy access to both the I-15 corridor and public transit options, with the Sabre Springs Transit Station providing convenient connections to San Diego's major employment centers. With a median household income of $108,315 and an average rental rate of $3,152 for three-bedroom homes, Poway offers a balanced lifestyle that combines career opportunities with suburban charm.