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North Laguna Hills

North Laguna Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Laguna Hills, California

Orange County 92653

$844,297 Average Value
$626 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Neighborly lifestyle amid nature and conveniences

North Laguna Hills sits between the scenic 7,000-acre Laguna Coast Wilderness Park to the west and convenient commercial plazas — filled with employers, dining and shopping — to the east and north. Just across the community’s northern edge, the Irvine Spectrum Center Mall is a cultural and entertainment epicenter in Orange County. And while so much activity surrounds the neighborhood, North Laguna Hills still feels tucked into a quiet place of tranquility. Residents walk and bike to neighborhood parks, a central elementary school and local bakeries. “I’ve lived here for 27 years, and I’m in love with North Laguna Hills,” says Harry Huggins, president of the Laguna Terrace Beautification team. “There’s a whole sociological mix here from Indian to Chinese to Mexican American and more, and we all get along. On my cul-de-sac, we all share our contact information. Everyone knows their neighbors here.”

Santa Vittoria, San Remo and Veeh Ranch Parks in the neighborhood

Community green spaces include Santa Vittoria Park next to the local elementary school and San Remo Park in the neighborhood core. Each includes a playground, tennis court, sand volleyball area and multiuse lawns. Veeh Ranch Park, in the north end, has a playground, basketball court and paved walking loop accessible from backyards. “Our beautification team of volunteers works with the city on park improvements, and their energy always motivates me,” adds Huggins, formerly a park planner with Orange County Parks for 24 years. “We’re working on playground updates, putting in park benches and more bike pathways.” A mile northwest of Veeh Ranch Park, the 12-acre Los Olivos Community Park combines play areas, several sports courts, and lighted soccer and baseball fields. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park to the west is etched with 40 miles of trails that wind through sycamore and oak trees to rock bluffs with expansive views. Dogs are not allowed because the park is part of the Natural Community Conservation Planning program that protects endangered and rare plants and animals. “Our most exciting news lately is that the city is in the conceptual stages for a bike trail to connect us to the much bigger Irvine Bike Trail that heads all the way down to Balboa,” Huggins says. “We have a great city manager who thinks outside the box and knows how important it is to connect a network of neighborhoods.”

Residents can enjoy the tennis courts and sand volleyball at San Remo Park in North Laguna Hills
Residents can enjoy the tennis courts and sand volleyball at San Remo Park in North Laguna Hills
Santa Vittoria Park in North Laguna Hills offers residents plenty of outdoor recreation.
Santa Vittoria Park in North Laguna Hills offers residents plenty of outdoor recreation.
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Chaupin Bakery, coffee shops, farmers market and shopping centers

Shopping, dining and employment opportunities are accessible in abundance, many within walking and biking distance from home. On Lake Forest Drive, Baja Fish Tacos is a popular spot for fresh Mexican fare. Polly’s Pies in Moulton Plaza serves homemade pies and cheesecakes, with an all-day menu of burgers, salads and sandwiches. For croissants, baguettes and quiche, Chaupin Bakery is a top local pick. “Chaupin is my favorite for breakfast, lunch or coffee," adds Huggins. "Of course, the neighborhood has three or four coffee places, so it’s fertile ground for healthy competition. We get to know the businesses we support.” Next to Chaupin, the hip, edgy Coffee Dose specializes in lattes and cheeky merch. Every Sunday, the North Laguna Hills Farmers’ Market pops up next to Coffee Dose with pasture-raised meat and eggs, al fresco dining and artisan goods. And for mall shoppers looking for entertainment from escape rooms to movies, there’s Irvine Spectrum Center just 2 miles north on Irvine Center Drive. Whole Foods is also easy to access on Irvine Center Drive. Laguna Hills Commerce Center is just a 12-minute bike ride from the heart of the neighborhood, where kids of all ages love the Big Air Trampoline Park, and adults head to GameCraft Brewing for local beer, wings, games and trivia nights.

North Laguna Hills residents flock to Chaupain Bakery for their baked goods and hot foods.
North Laguna Hills residents flock to Chaupain Bakery for their baked goods and hot foods.
You can get fresh produce at the North Laguna Hills Farmers' Market.
You can get fresh produce at the North Laguna Hills Farmers' Market.
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Manufactured homes for $200,000, townhouses for $650,000, single-family up to $1.2 million

Newcomers can find a mix of manufactured homes, condos, townhouses and single-family ranch styles, primarily built in the 1970s. Condos in Laguna Village offer balconies, patios and garages and range from $640,000 to $690,000. Two-story townhouses in Laguna Village are priced between $650,000 and $800,000. Single-level homes in Laguna Terrace are priced from around $900,000 to more than $1.2 million for complete remodels. In the Laguna Hills Estates subdivision, contemporary stucco and siding manufactured homes built between the 1980s and 2000s ask from $200,000 to $375,000. “We have people who’ve lived here for 30 years or more, and it keeps pricing attractive,” says Huggins. Pride of ownership is evident throughout the neighborhood in neatly landscaped yards with decorative stone border gardens. Green lawns and established trees are thriving. “I’m proud to live here,” says Huggins. “My friends from the richer areas come and appreciate my garden. I call it my farmhouse in the city because Laguna Terrace doesn’t have an HOA; I get to do what I like to do. We work with the city to keep things looking good.”

Homes in North Laguna Hills are mostly single-level variety.
Homes in North Laguna Hills are mostly single-level variety.
Single-story modern builds are available to rent or buy all throughout North Laguna Hills.
Single-story modern builds are available to rent or buy all throughout North Laguna Hills.
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A-grade Saddleback Valley Unified School District

Public schools are in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, which earns an A on Niche. Kids go to San Joaquin Elementary, given a B, through sixth grade. Seventh and eighth graders move on to Los Alisos Intermediate, which gets an A-minus, before heading to Laguna Hills High, which earns an A. In 2022, the Laguna High Hawks football team won their first state championship.

Laguna Hills has a varied campus and offers many different sports for students in Laguna Hills.
Laguna Hills has a varied campus and offers many different sports for students in Laguna Hills.
Los Alisos Intermediate School offers students a comprehensive curriculum.
Los Alisos Intermediate School offers students a comprehensive curriculum.
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Take the 5 to the 405

Interstate 5 runs along the eastern side of North Laguna Hills and splits into I-405 just north, one of the main north-south thoroughfare in Southern California. On the west, the lovely Laguna Canyon Road highway passes south through rolling foothills towards the Pacific Ocean. Public transit is an option at Orange County Transportation Authority bus stops along the central Moulton Parkway. The John Wayne Airport is a 9-mile drive northwest.

OCTA bus systems serve residents of North Laguna Hills.
OCTA bus systems serve residents of North Laguna Hills.
Many houses in North Laguna Hills sit in the hills of the neighborhood.
Many houses in North Laguna Hills sit in the hills of the neighborhood.
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Outdoor events at Laguna Hill Community Center

The city of Laguna Hills hosts an outdoor summer concert series at the Laguna Hills Community Center, 4 miles south of the neighborhood. Musical genres are diverse, and locals bring chairs and blankets to kick back and enjoy. In 2024, says Huggins, the North Laguna Hills community is planning their own concert in San Remo Park. “We’re putting it on ourselves,” says Huggins. “We’re going to have a big picnic and an oldies-but-goodies '70s and '80s review.”

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John Wayne/Orange County

15 min drive

Bus

Moulton-Lake Forest

Bus

Moulton-El Pacifico

Bus

Moulton-Ridge Route

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Laguna Hills US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$715,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,082,500
Median Townhouse Price
$659,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$648,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$626
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
84
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$715,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,224
Median Year Built
1975
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,340
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,303
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
982
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 4pm

    22665 Ancona, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    $1,149,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,120 Sq Ft
    • 22665 Ancona
    • New 2 days ago

    Tucked away in the tranquil Laguna Terrace neighborhood, 22665 Ancona is a thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level home that perfectly captures the essence of Southern California indoor-outdoor living. While the home spans 1,120 square feet, it lives like 3,000sf thanks to a brilliantly designed open floor plan and a seamless transition between interior spaces and the expansive

    Kirk Schilling Rise Realty

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    12 - 3pm

    22085 Caminito Amor, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    $625,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,041 Sq Ft
    • 22085 Caminito Amor
    • New 8 days ago

    Charming VETERAN-APPROVED Condo in Laguna Hills – Backed to Nature Trails! Welcome to 22085 CaminitoAmor, a beautifully remodeled end-unit condo in the highly desirable Laguna Hills community. Nestled against theserene Alicia hiking trails, this home offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature while being just minutes from cityconveniences. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this

    Melissa Arena Coldwell Banker Realty

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    22287 Modina, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    $1,199,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,440 Sq Ft
    • 22287 Modina

    A Second Chance – Buyer’s Loss is Your Gain! Situated near the scenic Laguna Canyon in the desirable community of Laguna Hills, this beautifully updated single-story home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic charm. From the moment you arrive, a well-manicured front yard and expansive pavered sitting area create an inviting first impression, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor

    Stephanie Young Coldwell Banker Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,961
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,295
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,285

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.2%
College Graduates
44.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
% Population in Labor Force
55.5%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

24 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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