Bungalow Courts

Bungalow courts were developed throughout Southern California, including San Diego, from 1920 to 1950 to offer residents an attractive, affordable cottage with its own yard, a central courtyard, and a neighborly orientation.

The rise of inexpensive and widespread streetcar lines in the early 1900s facilitated and promoted the development of bungalow courts. The majority of courts were built along streetcar lines.

There are hundreds of bungalow courts throughout San Diego. University Heights is home to 70 courts and of these, three are historically designated.