One of the most common questions buyers ask when researching Ocean Hills Country Club is: what exactly does the HOA fee cover? The short answer is — a great deal. The longer answer is that understanding the full scope of what is included transforms the monthly dues from a line item on a budget sheet into one of the most compelling reasons to live here.
This page covers everything included in the Ocean Hills Country Club monthly HOA fee. For the historical fee amounts and year-by-year trend data going back to 2010, see our Ocean Hills Country Club HOA Fee History page.
Important note on village variation: Ocean Hills Country Club has 8 distinct villages, and each village operates as its own sub-HOA with its own board and budget. Always verify the specific inclusions for your home through the HOA disclosure documents provided during escrow.
What the Ocean Hills Country Club HOA Fee Covers
Security & Community Access
24/7 Guard-Gated Entry Staffed guardhouse with active community patrols around the clock. Private security of this level would cost several hundred dollars per month as a standalone service. | Security System in Every Home Each home includes a community-monitored security system — typically a $30–$60/month value on its own, included in your dues. |
Golf, Sports & Recreation
18-Hole Executive Golf Course — No Green Fees A full par-55 executive golf course with no green fees for residents — ever. A private golf membership in North County San Diego typically runs $500–$1,000 per month on its own. | 8 Lighted Pickleball Courts One of the most active amenities in the community. Eight dedicated lighted courts maintained year-round — no reservation fees, no court time charges. |
Lighted Tennis Courts Multiple lighted tennis courts available to all residents at no additional cost. | Bocce Ball, Croquet & Shuffleboard Dedicated courts for bocce ball, croquet, and shuffleboard — maintained and available to all residents. |
Basketball & Ping-Pong Basketball court and ping-pong tables available to all residents. | 2.5-Mile Walking Circuit A dedicated 2½-mile walking circuit through the community’s 350 acres of rolling hills and greenbelts — maintained year-round. |
Pool, Fitness & Wellness
Junior Olympic Saltwater Heated Pool Solar-heated saltwater pool, maintained year-round. Private pool maintenance alone typically runs $150–$250 per month. | Large Jacuzzi Spa Full-size jacuzzi spa adjacent to the pool, heated and maintained year-round. |
Two Fitness Centers Two fully equipped fitness gyms within the community — gym memberships in North County San Diego typically run $40–$80 per month. | Dog Park A dedicated dog park for residents and their pets — a rare amenity in a 55+ gated community. |
Clubhouse & Social Amenities
The 27,000 square foot renovated clubhouse is the social heartbeat of Ocean Hills Country Club. It includes:
Auditorium — Seats 500 A full auditorium seating 500 people — or configured for 250 dancers. Used for community events, performances, dances, classes, and private parties. | Outdoor Lanai A newly built spacious outdoor lanai available for community events, private parties, and resident gatherings. |
Billiards Room A dedicated billiards room with 7 tables. | Library & Computer Lab A fully stocked library and dedicated computer lab available to all residents. |
Arts & Crafts Studios Dedicated arts and crafts studios for painting, ceramics, and other creative pursuits — regularly scheduled classes and open studio time. | Music Chamber A dedicated music studio for practice, rehearsal, and performance — available to resident musicians and musical groups. |
Woodworking Shop A fully equipped woodworking shop — one of the most unique amenities in any 55+ community in San Diego County. | Sewing Room A dedicated sewing and textile room for quilting, sewing, and needlework clubs and classes. |
Coffee Bar A community coffee bar inside the clubhouse — a casual gathering spot for residents. | Over 40 Social Clubs More than 40 resident-run social clubs covering everything from travel and hiking to card games, dance, and the arts — the social fabric that makes OHCC extraordinary. |
Home & Property Maintenance
Coverage for home and property maintenance varies by village. The items below apply across most villages but should be verified through HOA disclosure documents for your specific home. This is one of the most valuable aspects of OHCC living — major exterior costs are managed collectively rather than falling on individual homeowners.
Roof Maintenance Roof maintenance is covered in most villages — one of the most significant cost protections available to a homeowner, removing an unpredictable $10,000–$30,000+ expense from your personal budget. | Exterior Painting Exterior painting of the home is included in most villages — keeping the entire community consistently well-maintained and protecting individual property values across all 1,632 homes. |
Front Yard Landscaping & Water Front yard landscaping and irrigation water are covered — professionally maintained across the entire 350-acre community. One less service to manage in retirement. | Common Area Maintenance All common areas — greenbelts, walkways, shared spaces, and landscaping throughout the 350-acre property — maintained by the HOA. |
Services & Utilities
Basic Cable TV Basic cable television service is included in the monthly dues — a value of approximately $50–$80/month depending on your current provider. | Shopping Shuttle Van A community shopping shuttle van for residents — particularly valued by homeowners who prefer not to drive for every errand. |
Secured RV Parking Free secured RV parking with on-site dump station and washing station — a rare amenity in coastal North County San Diego. Private RV storage typically runs $150–$300 per month in this area. | On-Site HOA Office A staffed, on-site HOA office within the community for resident services, questions, and administration. |
Nature & Community Grounds
Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary A protected Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary within the community — one of the most distinctive features of Ocean Hills Country Club and a reminder of the preserved natural beauty of the 350-acre property. | Ocean View Inspiration Point A scenic overlook within the community offering ocean views — a gathering spot for residents and a unique feature not found in most 55+ communities. |
Movies Regular community movie screenings in the auditorium — included for all residents. | Reserve Fund Contributions A portion of every monthly payment funds the community reserve account for long-term infrastructure maintenance — protecting the community’s financial health and your home equity. |
The Value in Perspective
When you add up what residents would individually pay for a private golf membership, gym access, pool maintenance, RV storage, cable TV, home security monitoring, exterior painting, roof maintenance, and front yard landscaping service — the Ocean Hills Country Club HOA fee represents an exceptional value package. Most of these services individually would cost more than the monthly dues combined.
“When buyers ask about the HOA fee, I walk them through what it would cost to replicate these services individually. The conversation always ends the same way — the fee is not a cost, it is a consolidation of services you would pay for anyway, at a fraction of what you would spend separately.”
— Ken Tritle, Realtor® · SRES® · DreamWell Homes Realty · DRE #01892793
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every home at Ocean Hills Country Club have the same HOA coverage?
The core community amenities are shared across all 8 villages. However, specific home maintenance inclusions — particularly roof maintenance, exterior painting, and landscaping — can vary by village since each operates as its own sub-HOA with its own board and budget. Always verify the specific inclusions for any home you are considering through the HOA disclosure documents provided during escrow.
How much is the Ocean Hills Country Club HOA fee?
The current 2026 monthly HOA fee at Ocean Hills Country Club ranges from approximately $695 to $837 depending on the village and whether the home is an attached or detached model. For the complete 16-year history of HOA fee amounts going back to 2010, see our Ocean Hills Country Club HOA Fee History page.
Are there additional fees beyond the monthly HOA dues?
The monthly dues cover the amenities and services listed on this page. Any special assessments — which are separate, one-time charges levied for specific capital improvements — would be disclosed through the HOA documents provided during escrow. Ken Tritle can walk you through what to look for in these documents as part of your due diligence process.
How does the Ocean Hills HOA fee compare to other 55+ communities in San Diego?
Given the breadth of inclusions — particularly the 18-hole golf course with no green fees, roof and exterior maintenance, and the 27,000 sq ft clubhouse — the Ocean Hills Country Club HOA fee is considered competitive among premier San Diego 55+ communities. Ken works across all of San Diego’s major 55+ communities and can provide a direct comparison as part of a buyer consultation.
Questions about HOA fees or Ocean Hills Country Club?
Whether you are budgeting for a purchase or want to understand your home’s value as a seller, Ken is happy to walk through the specifics with you. Text, call, or email directly — he personally responds to every message.
💬 Text Ken 📞 Call Ken 📧 Email KenHOA fee coverage information compiled by Ken Tritle, DreamWell Homes Realty, DRE #01892793. Specific inclusions vary by village and are subject to change by each sub-HOA board. Verify all information through HOA disclosure documents provided during escrow before purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
