Why Live in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel
Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is a picturesque neighborhood featuring winding roads lined with succulents and crape myrtle trees. The area includes subdivisions with HOAs, offering amenities such as in-ground pools and a community pool. Homes often boast Pacific Ocean views and range in styles from Mediterranean to contemporary mansions. Prices vary, with single-family homes typically between $2.5 million and $6 million, and larger estates reaching up to $30 million. Condos are also available, priced from $850,000 to $1.5 million.
Families in Bear Brand have access to highly rated schools, including George White Elementary School, Niguel Hills Middle School, and Dana Hills High School, which recently received a Golden Bell Award. Nearby higher education options include the University of California, Irvine.
Local amenities include the Ocean Ranch Village shopping center, featuring casual dining at Board & Brew Laguna Niguel and upscale options like Bottega Angelina. The center also houses Brax Jewelers, Fleet Feet Laguna Niguel, Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Trader Joe’s, and Ralphs Fresh Fare. For outdoor activities, Bear Brand Park offers over 10 acres for soccer, baseball, and picnics, while Laguna Niguel Pooch Park provides a fenced area for off-leash dog play. The neighborhood's proximity to Salt Creek Beach and Dana Strands Beach, both about 2 miles away, offers residents easy access to surfing, swimming, and scenic walking trails. The area is safer than the national average, with low crime risk areas. Transportation options include nearby bus stops and the Metrolink Orange County Line at Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo station, about 5 miles away. John Wayne Airport is approximately 20 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel a good place to live?
Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is a good place to live. Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 55. The average household income is $206,370 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 68.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel are home owners, with 15.9% of residents renting and 84.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel neighborhood guide.
Is Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel, CA a safe neighborhood?
Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel?
The median home price in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is $487,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel. The average household income in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel is $206K.
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Home Trends in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel, CA
On average, homes in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel, Laguna Niguel sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bear Brand at Laguna Niguel, Laguna Niguel over the last 12 months is $549,900, up 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$549,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$300,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$355,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$530
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Median List Price
$487,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
43%