Morningstar Ranch
Highly rated schools with STEM programs
Temecula Valley Unified School District is Riverside County's second-ranked district with an A on Niche. Susan La Vorgna Elementary and Bella Vista Middle School both earn A-minus ratings. Chaparral High School has an A and offers Career and Technical Education courses, including a Medical Assistant Pathway with certification and college credits. Families can apply to the A-rated Temecula Preparatory and Temecula Valley Charter School, which has an A-minus grade.
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Walkable to parks and sports fields
Morning Star Park on Geranium Street is a quiet, hilly stretch of trees with a shaded playground and a small parking lot. Brookfield Park and Abelia Sports Park have soccer fields, basketball courts and sand volleyball courts, often filled with local teams practicing for the French Valley Baseball and Softball Association. French Valley Library on Skyview Road stays busy with book clubs, bingo nights and art classes. Less than 10 miles away, Lake Skinner Recreation Area has tree-lined shorelines for fishing and trails for hiking and horseback riding. Swimming isn't allowed, but the reservoir supplies the county with water from the Colorado River.
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Mediterranean houses with pools
Streets like Tulip Ranch Circle and Orange Blossom Drive wind through the community. Mediterranean Revival-style homes span around 3,000 square feet along cul-de-sacs and well-paved roads with sidewalks. Houses feature double garages, in-ground pools suited for California's triple-digit summers and often solar panels. “California didn't enact a regulation for solar panels until 2022. Residents in the neighborhood have leased solar panels independently," Bashe says. Most were built in the early 2000s or mid to late 2010s and have four to five bedrooms, with prices ranging from $685,000 to over $1.1 million.
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Spending the day in Old Town Temecula
Morningstar Ranch is about 3 miles from national retailers and regional chain restaurants. One of the few small businesses in the area, Skybox Grill & Tavern draws in regulars with its sports games on TV, breakfast offerings and daily taco specials. Grocery Outlet is the closest grocery store, with big box retailers like Costco, Home Depot and Target near the 215. “One of the benefits of this area is the Clinton Kieth Road project, which connects Winchester to the 215 freeway," Bashe says. “Before that, people would just go down to Winchester Road. They also like shopping in Murrieta or Promenade Temecula." The neighborhood is less than 15 miles from Old Town Temecula, which Bashe says is known for its growing nightlife, antique stores and restaurants.
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Commuting to San Diego and Los Angeles
Interstates 15 and 215 are referred to regionally as the 15 and the 215 freeways. These arteries make commuting to San Diego and Los Angeles under 90 miles. “People commute to [those cities] because many only go in the office a few days a week. Those heading to Los Angeles can drive to Corona and take the train. But, they are looking at over an hour to two-hour commutes," Bashe says. Locals can get around the city with bus stops on Pourroy Road, run by Riverside Transit Agency. The neighborhood is less than 15 miles from Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital. John Wayne Airport is around 70 miles away in Santa Ana.Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival in May
The sky fills with color each May during the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival at Lake Skinner Recreation Area. This annual event attracts nearly 40,000 locals and visitors for a weekend of wine tastings, balloon rides and live music.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Colleen White
Colleen White
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(951) 414-2285
35 Total Sales
1 in Morningstar Ranch
$835,000 Price
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Craig Flint
Craig Flint
NET GAINS REAL ESTATE
(909) 417-6018
28 Total Sales
1 in Morningstar Ranch
$683,000 Price
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Pauline Woelky
Pauline Woelky
United One Realty
(951) 307-9616
47 Total Sales
1 in Morningstar Ranch
$639,900 Price
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Amir Khadir
Amir Khadir
KW Temecula
(951) 395-8442
55 Total Sales
1 in Morningstar Ranch
$689,900 Price
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Tom Bashe
Tom Bashe
Localist Realty
(951) 476-1176
185 Total Sales
2 in Morningstar Ranch
$670K - $685K Price Range
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Lori Perkins
Lori Perkins
First Team Real Estate
(858) 293-1978
28 Total Sales
1 in Morningstar Ranch
$717,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Brookfield Park
Morning Star Park
Abelia Sports Park
Eagle Vista Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Morningstar Ranch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Morningstar Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Morningstar Ranch, French Valley sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Morningstar Ranch, French Valley over the last 12 months is $435,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$675,000
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$735,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$377
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,215
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,855
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
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Friday, Aug 14 - 7pm
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,183
Median Age
35
Population under 18
32.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,306
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$152,989
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
43.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
8
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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