Why Live in Baker Ranch
Baker Ranch, a 1.5-square-mile master-planned community in northwest Lake Forest, is known for its modern, upscale homes built between 2017 and 2020. The neighborhood is conveniently located 10 miles east of Laguna Beach and its Pacific Ocean beaches, and just blocks from trailheads leading into the Saddleback Mountains. The community features Monterey-style townhomes with stucco exteriors and detached two-story homes with roof decks and clay roof tiles. The largest homes are Mediterranean-Spanish hybrids with smooth stone exteriors, 20-foot ceilings, and expansive views from second-floor terraces. Residents enjoy amenities such as three swimming pools, hiking and biking trails, eight parks, sporting courts, dog parks, and clubhouses. The Baker Ranch Community Park, the neighborhood's largest, includes sporting fields and barbecue areas. Nearby, the Foothill Ranch Towne Center offers shopping, dining, and entertainment options, including a Target, Walmart, and a movie theater. The Saddleback Valley Unified School District serves the area, with highly rated schools like Foothill Ranch Elementary, Serrano Intermediate, and El Toro High School. Baker Ranch is safer than the national average, making it a stable, family-oriented community. Its proximity to major cities in Orange County, employment opportunities, and natural features make it an attractive option for homebuyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baker Ranch a good place to live?
Baker Ranch is a good place to live. Baker Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Baker Ranch is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Baker Ranch has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.5 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $168,251 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 69.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Baker Ranch are home owners, with 39.1% of residents renting and 60.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Baker Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Baker Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Baker Ranch, CA a safe neighborhood?
Baker Ranch, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Baker Ranch?
The median home price in Baker Ranch is $1,621,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $324,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $341K a year to afford the median home price in Baker Ranch. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Baker Ranch is $168K.
What are the best public schools in Baker Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Baker Ranch are:
What are the best private schools in Baker Ranch?
The best private schools that serve Baker Ranch are:
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Are home prices dropping in Baker Ranch?
Yes, home prices in Baker Ranch are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Baker Ranch, CA
On average, homes in Baker Ranch, Lake Forest sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Baker Ranch, Lake Forest over the last 12 months is $1,494,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,494,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,100,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,090,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$865,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$739
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median List Price
$1,621,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%