Foothill Ranch

Foothill Ranch

Located in Orange County

$1,242,038 Average Value
$705 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Foothill Ranch is a master-planned community in Lake Forest, ideal for those who enjoy proximity to outdoor fun but still want to remain connected to plenty of commercial amenities. It’s a balance that helps make this community so popular. "Even though it's surrounded by wilderness, it's still a very convenient place to live," says local Realtor Simone Paterno of Stark Team Real Estate. "There's a ton of shopping and dining right there, and it's surprisingly easy to get to Irvine."

The single-family homes in Foothill Ranch have a cohesive design – most Spanish Revival homes are topped by terracotta roofs. The majority of these homes were built in the 1990s and offer between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet of living space. Foothill Ranch features wide, sidewalk-lined streets and, though built closely together, houses sit on lots ranging from 4,000 to 8,000 square feet – enough for a bit of front and back lawn space. The yards in Foothill Ranch are well-manicured and adorned with palm trees.

Sale prices for single-family homes in this area typically hover around $1 million to close to $2 million. Some townhomes and condos supplement the inventory of single-family houses in the area and start around $700,000.

Many streets in Foothill Ranch offer views of the Santa Ana Mountains, a reminder of how close you are to a wealth of hiking. You can head to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, a roughly 2,500-acre expanse at the foothills of the mountains with 17 miles of trails, open for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. This park is connected to the even bigger Limestone Canyon Regional Park, which stretches 4,000 acres and, in addition to trails of its own, includes Limestone Canyon Cave, with underground passages to explore.

If you’re looking for more of a casual outdoor excursion you can take the kids to the roughly 6-acre Borrego Park, where there’s a covered playground set, a basketball court, and a soccer field. The area’s Foothill Ranch Community Park and Borrego Canyon Overlook Park also have playgrounds.

There’s no shortage of places to enjoy a bite to eat in Foothill Ranch after taking in some outdoor recreation. Portola Parkway is lined with options, including chain establishments like Outback Steakhouse and Chick-fil-A and local spots like Inka Mama’s. In business for over 20 years, Inka Mama’s is known for its Peruvian food, and patrons enjoy dousing whatever they order with the signature green sauce. Nearby Bravo Avo is another local option popular for Greek and Mediterranean eats, including gyros and kabobs.

Kids in Foothill Ranch can attend schools in the well-regarded Saddleback Valley Unified School District, a system that boasts an A overall rating on Niche. They can start at the neighborhood’s Foothill Ranch Elementary, a school that provides music instruction to all students. Then they can progress to Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate for Grades 7 and 8, which has its own Career Technical Education department with courses in media production, digital film, culinary arts, industrial technology and STEM. Trabuco Hills High is next, where the academic offerings include the International Baccalaureate diploma program.

Commuters in Foothill Ranch have quick access to California State Route 241 for trips to Irvine, Orange County’s third-largest city. It’s just part of what makes Foothill Ranch so attractive: it’s a neighborhood where nature and suburban amenities are minutes from your doorstep.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Candice Carpenter

    Candice Carpenter

    Responds Quickly

    Coastal Elite Properties

    26 Total Sales

    1 in Foothill Ranch

    $1,175,000 Price

    Candice Carpenter
  • Darleen Centala

    Darleen Centala

    First Team Real Estate

    (657) 444-1579

    27 Total Sales

    3 in Foothill Ranch

    $633K - $2.9M Price Range

    Darleen Centala
  • Justin VanLeeuwen

    Justin VanLeeuwen

    Landmark Realtors

    (949) 401-7657

    77 Total Sales

    2 in Foothill Ranch

    $432K - $710K Price Range

    Justin VanLeeuwen
  • Tyler Kruse

    Tyler Kruse

    Irongate Real Estate

    (310) 361-2231

    13 Total Sales

    1 in Foothill Ranch

    $560,000 Price

    Tyler Kruse
  • Tyler Bowman

    Tyler Bowman

    Responds Quickly

    Engel & Völkers Dana Point

    (949) 832-6059

    22 Total Sales

    1 in Foothill Ranch

    $1,400,000 Price

    Tyler Bowman
  • Ruby Wang

    Ruby Wang

    Responds Quickly

    Luxe Real Estate

    (949) 238-1671

    13 Total Sales

    1 in Foothill Ranch

    $2,410,000 Price

    Ruby Wang
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Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 1
    12 - 4pm

    81 Anacapa Ct, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610

    $799,990

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,101 Sq Ft
    • 81 Anacapa Ct
    • New 7 days ago

    Welcome home to this charming townhome located in The Vineyards community of Foothill Ranch!As you enter, you’re welcomed by a private front courtyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the first floor offers an open-concept layout with the kitchen seamlessly connected to the dining and living areas. The living room features a cozy fireplace, creating a warm focal point for the space.

    Karl Parize Momentum Realty Group

  • Saturday, May 31
    1 - 4pm

    20 Santa Barbara Ct, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610

    $840,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,400 Sq Ft
    • 20 Santa Barbara Ct
    • New 21 days ago

    Superior Location For This 3-Bedroom Corner Unit Townhome Adjacent To HOA Greenbelt. Private and Serene!Tucked away against the hillside and away from the street this spacious and upgraded 3-bedroom boasts the largest floor plan in the Vineyards community. The expansive wraparound patio is surrounded by the lush hillside and mature foliage, creating a peaceful, private oasis for relaxing or

    Dave Gubler IML Real Estate

  • Saturday, May 31
    1 - 4pm

    15 Clover, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    $1,395,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,705 Sq Ft
    • 15 Clover
    • New 29 days ago

    Welcome to this Baker Ranch beauty! This home sits on approximately 1,700 square feet and boasts a spectacular floor plan w/ many upgrades. With 3 bedrooms (all upstairs), 2.5 bathrooms, and a separate downstairs den/office space, this home is sure to impress. The property is situated on a quiet street, ideally located across the street from a park and near to various amazing Baker Ranch

    Candice-Lee Silver Realty OC Inc

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Foothill Ranch
Rob Brandon
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
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