Learn About the Community of Henie Hills, Oceanside
By Melissa Zavala, Broker, Escondido Real Estate, San Diego County
(Broadpoint Properties)
Henie Hills Oceanside, California is a community established in the Northeast corner of El Camino Real and the 78 freeway. Most of the Henie Hills area has gorgeous views and is surrounded by the El Camino Country Club golf course. The local community of Henie Hills has a very unique and fascinating history. Though regarded a newer development for Oceanside, it was actually built in 1939 after the Great Depression. And, at that time, one business woman saw a beautiful coast and a great chance: Sonja Henie. As you may know, Henie was an Olympic skating medalist and movie star, and with her profits she made a decision to purchase about 1,600 acres of prime beach land. Though at first it was a retreat for family and friends, the area got so much “buzz” that Henie started to develop homes a...
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