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Marblehead offers great views, tons of amenities and easy freeway access
San Clemente’s centrally located Marblehead neighborhood offers easy access to shopping, the interstate and the beach, along with some gorgeous parks and the San Clemente Metrolink Station. The confluence of amenities, modern homes and ocean views has helped make the neighborhood one of the most sought-after landing spots in San Clemente. The neighborhood is bisected by Interstate 5 into two areas, known locally as Marblehead Inland and Marblehead Coastal — also known as Sea Summit. The inland portion of the neighborhood has more of a suburban ambiance, while the coastal portion is a little busier and offers easier access to hiking trails, the beach, and the local shopping center. “It’s one of the newest neighborhoods in coastal San Clemente,” says Realtor Lisa Wilhelm of Coldwell Banker, who has lived in the area for 22 years. “There are nice rolling hills with views of the sea, and you’re really close to all the major spots in town.”
The Marblehead neighborhood features a mix of housing styles including single-family homes, condos, and townhomes to suit a variety of lifestyles.
The Marblehead Coastal area in San Clemente is a 248-acre oceanfront development featuring luxury homes, public parks, and over four miles of nature trails, all set atop a coastal plateau with expansive Pacific Ocean views.
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Suburban homes and Spanish Style villas overlooking the coast
Originally developed in the late 20th century, the neighborhood includes a mix of gated and nongated communities, offering a variety of housing styles and views of the Pacific Ocean. Marblehead Inland is purely residential and is composed of two-story contemporary Craftsman single-family homes and a small selection of condos near the freeway. Marblehead Coastal, meanwhile, is dominated by Spanish revival luxury homes, many of which offer uninterrupted views of the ocean. Homes in Marblehead Inland generally sell for between $1.2 million and $2.4 million, while coastal homes can go for anywhere from $2 million to $5 million. Inland condos typically sell for $700,000 to $1 million. The neighborhood’s proximity to Interstate 5 means that highway noise can be an issue in parts of the neighborhood. However, hills and sound barriers prevent the noise from reaching the vast majority of the neighborhood.
The homes in the Marblehead neighborhood often showcase Mediterranean and Spanish-inspired architecture that fits San Clemente’s coastal style.
In the Marblehead neighborhood of San Clemente, some homes feature contemporary Craftsman designs, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern elements for a unique coastal living experience.
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Tons of retail at the Outlets at San Clemente
The Outlets at San Clemente, located on the coastal side of the neighborhood along Avenida Vista Hermosa, is home to a huge variety of retailers, from Lululemon to Le Creuset. The shopping center also has a number of restaurants, including casual dining spots and fast-casual options. "The outlets are one of the biggest retail centers in the area," says Wilhelm. "They draw people from all over the area. It's always busy." The neighborhood is just a mile down the road from San Clemente's buzzy and walkable downtown, which features a variety of highly rated restaurants as well as beloved local shops like Beach Town Books.
Find great shopping and more at the Outlets at San Clemente, near Marblehead.
Beach Town Books, a favorite little stop for residents of Marblehead, sells new and used books for readers to enjoy.
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Marblehead Elementary and Shorecliffs Middle School are both in the neighborhood
The neighborhood’s public schools are run by the Capistrano Unified School District, which has an A-plus rating on Niche. Marblehead Elementary has an A-minus, while both Shorecliffs Middle School and San Clemente High School have A grades. Both Marblehead Elementary and Shorecliffs Middle School are within the neighborhood, and many children walk to school. San Clemente High offers a popular two-way dual immersion language program in Spanish.
Elevated views of Marblehead Elementary School and the San Clemente landscape.
San Clemente High School Offers a Robust Academic Program to Prepare Students for the Future.
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Sea Summit trails offer great ocean views
Much of Marblehead Coastal is bordered by the Sea Summit nature area, which features a network of mixed-use trails that connect the neighborhood to the coast. The trails are popular with mountain bikers and offer excellent views of the ocean. Well-maintained city parks can be found on either side of the neighborhood, including Marblehead Inland Park, a small green space with a playground, athletic fields and walking paths.
The Sea Summit Trail, adjacent to the Marblehead neighborhood in San Clemente, offers residents and visitors a scenic 4-mile path through coastal bluffs, providing panoramic ocean views and access to preserved wetlands.
Marblehead Park, located in the heart of the Marblehead neighborhood, offers tennis courts, basketball courts, and open green space for outdoor recreation.
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Events at the outlets and downtown
The Outlets at San Clemente hosts events throughout the year, including holiday markets and live music performances. In addition, San Clemente’s annual Fiesta Music Festival and Ocean Festival attract visitors from all over southern Orange County each summer.
Find freshly baked bread and goods at the San Clemente Farmers Market every Sunday near the Marblehead neighborhood..
The Summer Concert Series in San Clemente features live music of your favorite classics.
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Next to the I-5 and close to the San Clemente Metrolink
Interstate 5 runs through the heart of the neighborhood, making it easy to commute to Camp Pendleton to the south and to nearby Orange County towns like Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo. It’s a roughly 25-mile drive from the neighborhood to Irvine and John Wayne International Airport. The San Clemente Metrolink Station is located less than a mile south of the neighborhood — within easy walking distance of many Marblehead Coastal homes — and offers direct connections to Orange County’s major cities as well as Downtown LA.
The San Clemente Metrolink Station, located near the Marblehead neighborhood, provides convenient commuter rail service along the Inland Empire-Orange County and Orange County lines, connecting residents to greater Southern California.
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) operates the OC Bus system, which serves the Marblehead neighborhood in San Clemente, providing residents with convenient public transportation options throughout Orange County.
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Parks in this Area
Jim Johnson Memorial Park
Pico Park
Transit
Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
32 min drive
Bus
El Camino Real-Avd Pico
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Marblehead
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Marblehead, San Clemente sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Marblehead, San Clemente over the last 12 months is $2,248,800, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac within the prestigious guard-gated community of Highland Light, this immaculate ocean-view residence captures the essence of coastal Southern California living. With sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and Dana Point Harbor, this thoughtfully updated home is a private sanctuary offering comfort, style, and serenity.Step inside to discover a bright,
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***Will be available for Winter rental 30-180 day rental BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2025; please call agent for details. Lease terms negotiable - rent price is per month. This quaint 3-bedroom 2 bath detached home is your perfect home away from home. No one above or below, and no common walls. Light and bright, fully furnished, pet friendly with a fenced backyard, this home will suit all your
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,734
Median Age
49
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$177,414
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$190,685
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
58.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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