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French Valley

French Valley

$704,852 Average Value
$273 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

Family-oriented community in the Temecula Valley region

Around 70 miles north of San Diego, French Valley is an unincorporated suburban community best known for its top-rated school districts, ample green space and area-affordable home prices. Home to French farmers in the 19th century, French Valley rapidly developed as urban sprawl spread northward from Temecula and Murrieta. Plains once used to grow grain are now home to sports parks, suburban enclaves and popular schools. “It’s a newer and more family-oriented community in the Temecula Valley region,” explains Heidi Bowser, a Real Estate Agent with Realty One Group Pacific. “The homes are bigger and more affordable, parks are just about everywhere, and Temecula Valley schools bring many people into the area.”

Outlying French Valley features several thoughtfully planned communities.
Outlying French Valley features several thoughtfully planned communities.
Discover nature's beauty hiking Kabian Park in Quail Valley with friends and family.
Discover nature's beauty hiking Kabian Park in Quail Valley with friends and family.
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Large suburbs with area-affordable prices

As of early 2025, French Valley’s median home price is roughly $690,000, higher than the national median of about $410,000 but much lower than San Diego’s $925,000. Within large suburban neighborhoods like Morningstar Ranch and Quinta Do Lago, most properties are 21st-century new traditional and Spanish Revival homes, often set on lots of a quarter-acre to a half-acre. “The lots here tend to be larger than the more developed areas nearby, like Temecula or Murrieta,” Bowser says.

Dutch Village North residents have easy access to everyday amenities.
Dutch Village North residents have easy access to everyday amenities.
Find contemporary Spanish-style homes in the Winchester neighborhood.
Find contemporary Spanish-style homes in the Winchester neighborhood.
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Riverside County's highest rated districts

French Valley students are served by two of Riverside County’s top-rated school districts. Murrieta Valley Unified School District earns an overall A from Niche, and in 2024, three of its high schools were recognized as California Distinguished Schools by the California Department of Education (CDE). Temecula Valley Unified School District is also rated A, and in 2020 earned a Gold Ribbon from the CDE for its students' strong academic performance.

Dutch Village North students can attend  Lisa J. Mails Elementary School.
Dutch Village North students can attend Lisa J. Mails Elementary School.
Dorothy McElhinney Middle School offers a great education in Dutch Village North.
Dorothy McElhinney Middle School offers a great education in Dutch Village North.
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Lots of parks and nearby open spaces

Sprawling sports parks and neighborhood green spaces are scattered across French Valley’s myriad subdevelopments. Spencer's Crossing is centered around its namesake 12-acre sports park, and Emerald Park in Dutch Village North is a favorite for afternoon dog-walks and pick-up basketball. “French Valley’s also close to a bunch of great hiking spots,” says Bowser. “The Santa Rosa Plateau’s perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors. Grassy fields, hiking trails — it’s got it all.” Spanning 1,400 acres, the Lake Skinner Recreation Area also lies just east of the Valley; locals come here to fish, camp or go sailing. Every June, the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival attracts tens of thousands here to enjoy concerts, wine tastings and balloon glows in the evening.

Spend time with the kids at Kona Park in Dutch Village North.
Spend time with the kids at Kona Park in Dutch Village North.
Kids practice their soccer skills at Sheffield Park in Winchester.
Kids practice their soccer skills at Sheffield Park in Winchester.
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Shopping and dining along the Winchester Road Corridor

The Winchester Road corridor is dotted with shopping plazas and local businesses. The French Valley Marketplace and French Valley Village Center are both home to grocery stores, casual eateries and chain retailers. The cafe at the French Valley Airport is a popular haunt, offering diner food with views of planes taking off the runway. The Promenade Temecula mall is also only 6 miles south and is home to over 170 retailers and restaurants.

Explore the outdoor retail options at Promenade Temecula located near Dutch Village South.
Explore the outdoor retail options at Promenade Temecula located near Dutch Village South.
Experience gourmet dining at Promenade Temecula, a short drive from Dutch Village South.
Experience gourmet dining at Promenade Temecula, a short drive from Dutch Village South.
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High wildfire risk in the French Valley

French Valley is at a major risk of wildfires, due to its arid climate and strong valley winds. The most recent fire to impact the area was the Pauba Fire in 2024, which spread 101 acres south of Temecula and prompted evacuations in the nearby city.

Interstate 70 to San Diego and the French Valley Airport

Winchester Road runs through the center of French Valley, leading 7 miles south to Interstate 15; from there, it’s 63 miles south to San Diego. Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital is 9 miles west in Murrieta, and the Temecula Valley Hospital is 13 miles south in Temecula. Ontario International Airport is 50 miles north, but private plane owners can use the local French Valley Airport.

Dutch Village South residents can easily access both the I-15 and I-215.
Dutch Village South residents can easily access both the I-15 and I-215.
Watch the planes take off from your table at the French Valley Café in Outlying French Valley.
Watch the planes take off from your table at the French Valley Café in Outlying French Valley.
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No available crime data in the French Valley

French Valley is served by the Temecula Police Department, whose headquarters lie within Outlying French Valley. There is no available crime data from the TPD or Riverside County Sheriff’s Department on French Valley.

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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
111
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
2025
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,415
Above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,683
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 12
    Open Sun 11AM - 3PM

    31859 Woodbank Way, Winchester, CA 92596

    $643,999

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,300 Sq Ft
    • 31859 Woodbank Way
    • New 1 day ago

    PAID SOLAR, TEMECULA SCHOOLS, & LOW MAINTENANCE LIVING! This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is the largest floor plan in the recently completed Tierra Del Sol community and features a downstairs bedroom and full bathroom - ideal for accommodating guests or for accessibility. Beyond the entryway, the ground floor opens up into a fully-lit great room that includes a spacious family and dining area. On

    Scott Dohrman Real Brokerage Technologies

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    Open Sat 12PM - 3PM

    35181 Ladybug Ln, Murrieta, CA 92563

    $899,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,199 Sq Ft
    • 35181 Ladybug Ln
    • New 1 day ago

    RARE opportunity in Spencer’s Crossing with a private pool, next-gen suite, and paid-off solar—homes like this don’t come up often. This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 3,199 sqft of well-designed living space in one of the area’s most sought-after master-planned communities, known for its resort-style amenities including multiple pools, parks, trails, and more. From the moment you walk

    Tyson Robinson Trillion Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    Open Sat 11AM - 4:30PM

    30932 Windflower Ln, Murrieta, CA 92563

    $840,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,353 Sq Ft
    • 30932 Windflower Ln
    • New 3 days ago

    Rare opportunity to own a versatile 5-bedroom home with a fully equipped private Multi-Gen suite and separate garage. This upgraded Home is thoughtfully designed for modern living. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, including a unique feature for the area a fully self-contained multi-generational suite with its own private entrance, allowing it to be easily sectioned off from the main

    Patrick McElligott Right Choice Mortgage, Inc.

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

French Valley Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$3,100
Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,000
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,100
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,100

Demographics

Total Population
39,228
Median Age
35
Population under 18
30.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$119,807
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$138,004

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.3%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
34.4%
Advanced Degrees
9.4%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

20 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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