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Dana Hills is a residential neighborhood close to the ocean
On the north side of Dana Point, Dana Hills provides a suburban lifestyle with highly rated schools and single-family homes in winding subdivisions. It has a wide array of architectural options, from midcentury houses to contemporary homes in luxurious gated communities. “It has a family-oriented, active lifestyle and great local parks,” says Realtor Liana Norman, who works with Coldwell Banker Realty and has over 35 years of experience in the region. The area’s peek-a-boo views and panoramic overlooks of the water promise endless days at nearby beaches, some of the most well-regarded in SoCal for their coves and dramatic waves.
Salt Creek Beach in Dana Hills is popular for surfing and scenic views.
Some Dana Hills homes offer views of nearby cliffsides.
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Sea Canyon Park, Dana Hills Tennis Center and beach proximity
Sea Canyon Park, located on the west end of Dana Hills, is the community’s most popular recreation space. “It's a beautiful park. Lots of families hang out there,” Norman says. It offers a playground, a dog park and tree-lined walking paths, where birders can spot red-tailed hawks. There are also more playgrounds scattered throughout the neighborhood. On the north side of the community, Dana Hills Tennis Center offers tennis lessons, plus eight lighted courts with ocean views. One of the area’s best assets is its proximity to the Pacific Ocean — the neighborhood is just a couple of miles from Salt Creek Beach and Dana Strands Beach. Both beaches have striking views, soft sand and waves ideal for surfing.
Sea Canyon Park in Dana Hills hosts volleyball games and family activities.
Salt Creek Beach Bluff Park is the nearest beach to Dana Hills via trail or car.
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Ranch-style homes, contemporary homes, condos and more in Dana Hills
Much of Dana Hills is composed of winding, residential roads and cul-de-sacs, and houses might have attached garages and neat yards. Many homes on the northern end of the neighborhood were built in the 1960s and ‘70s and have midcentury ranch-style architecture. These often go for about $1.3 million to $2.3 million. Homes in this part of Dana Hills can sell quickly, thanks in part to the lack of HOAs. “The market moves faster in that area if priced right,” Norman says.
On the southern end, contemporary builds go for about $1.6 million to $2.6 million. There are some condos and townhouses on the south side as well, and these can sell from about $900,000 to $1.9 million. Some homes in this part of the neighborhood, including some of the condos and townhouses, are in gated HOA communities.
Ranch-style homes are common across Dana Hills.
Split-level homes are a frequent design in Dana Hills.
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Public schools, including Marco Forster Middle and Dana Hills High
Del Obispo Elementary School and Marco Forster Middle School have A-minus ratings on Niche. Dana Hills High School earns an A rating and is located on the south side of the neighborhood, within walking distance of some homes. The high school's options include courses in biotechnology and fashion design. “Dana Hills High has specialized programs for the arts, a great cross-country team and a great surf team,” Norman says.
Marco Forster Middle School in Dana Hills promotes academic achievement.
Del Obispo Elementary in Dana Point serves students in grades K-5.
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Many shops and restaurants in Ocean Ranch Village
On the north side of Dana Hills, the Ocean Ranch Village shopping center has many restaurants and shops. The dining options range from fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant Luna Grill Dana Point to Habit Burger & Grill, a fast-food spot with a drive-through. One of the mall’s local businesses, Lala's Wee Loft, sells children’s toys. Ralphs Fresh Fare and Trader Joe’s are both in this area for groceries. For entertainment, Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas Laguna Niguel screens movies and serves a full dinner menu at the same time.
Cinépolis in Ocean Ranch Village offers movies and meals near Dana Hills.
Bodega Angelina in Dana Hills serves Italian fare with ocean views.
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Annual community events at Sea Terrace Community Park
Sea Terrace Community Park, located about 2 miles west of the neighborhood, hosts many events throughout the year. It's best known for the annual Concerts in the Park series, with summertime performances ranging from 1980s classics to yacht rock anthems. In April, the park hosts the California Wine Festival, which offers wine tastings and food pairings.
Dana Hills is about 15 miles from Irvine and 60 miles from LA
Dana Hills is a car-dependent area, located about 15 miles from Irvine’s city center via Interstate 5. The neighborhood is about 60 miles away from downtown LA using the same route. For public transit, the area has OCTA bus stops on its main thoroughfares. The community is about 25 miles from John Wayne Airport.
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