Lower Peters Canyon is an expansive suburban community in the northernmost corner of Irvine. The area was part of a Spanish Land Grant bought by O.C. real estate developer James Irvine in the late 19th century. Peters Canyon was the site of an extensive golf course, a reservoir for the Irvine Ranch and a U.S. Army training area known as “Camp Commander” during the Second World War. Though there have been recent residential developments, Irvine has maintained a status as an "Arbor Day Tree USA City,” and leafy sycamore and willow trees line the landscape of Lowe Peters Canyon, providing shade to residents as they walk along the community’s avenues and cul-de-sacs.
Lower Peters Canyon
Homes in Lower Peters Canyon
Lower Peters Canyon is one of the newer neighborhoods in Irvine, as many of the area’s homes were built in the last 30 years. Homes feature materials such as stucco, adobe or stone form a smooth exterior mixed with soft arches, colorful tile accents in Spanish or Mediterranean styles. Most homes in the neighborhood range from $1.2 to $2.5 million and offer 1,900 to 4,850 square feet of interior space. Townhouses are around $1 million, while condominiums range from $800,000 to under $1.5 million.
Tustin Unified School District
Area students may attend Hicks Canyon Elementary School and Orchard Hills Middle School, both of which have an A Niche rating. Arnold O. Beckman High School scores an A-plus and has been repeatedly awarded the status of a California Distinguished School for exceptional academic achievement.
Outdoor opportunities around Lower Peters Canyon
David Sills Lower Peters Canyon Park and Hicks Canyon Community Park offer ball fields for residents to enjoy the outdoors and play sports games, while Homestead Park has tennis courts. Locals may also head to Forest Glen Pool for swimming, and golfers can book tee times at Tustin Ranch Golf Club. Area trails include West Irvine Trail and Peters Canyon Trail.
Shopping centers and malls around Irvine
Home to the neighborhood, Northpark Plaza has H Mart and popular restaurants such as Chai Lan. The Market Place sits adjacent to the community and has over 100 stores and restaurants, including Target, Best Buy and T.J. Maxx. The District at Tustin Legacy, which is about 5 miles away, has approximately 90 big-box retailers and businesses such as Whole Foods Market, Costco and In-N-Out Burger. Additional shopping destinations include South Coast Plaza, Irvine Spectrum Center and Fashion Island.
Events and attractions in Irvine
For family outings, residents may go to Disneyland Park or nearby museums such as Pretend City Children's Museum. Community events and local festivals include the Irvine Global Village Festival, the Fiesta Latina en Irvine and the annual Mid-Autumn Festival.
Navigating Irvine and beyond
Anaheim is approximately 12 miles north via Interstate 5, while Long Beach is about 28 miles to the west through Interstate 45. John Wayne Airport and the University of California, Irvine, are about 8 miles away, and Hoag Hospital – Irvine is about 7 miles north of the neighborhood.
Agents Specializing in this Area
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Betty Huang
Betty Huang
Latitude 33 Real Estate
(213) 471-7492
21 Total Sales
1 in Lower Peters Canyon
$780,000 Price
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Nancy Domino
Nancy Domino
Pacific Sterling Properties
(949) 942-8799
45 Total Sales
1 in Lower Peters Canyon
$789,000 Price
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Hamid Koochak
Hamid Koochak
(949) 627-9029
19 Total Sales
1 in Lower Peters Canyon
$2,599,800 Price
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David Feldberg
David Feldberg
Coastal Real Estate Group
(949) 989-5690
56 Total Sales
2 in Lower Peters Canyon
$1,378,000 Price Range
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Gil Wenck
Gil Wenck
SolTerra Estates & Lending Inc
(657) 300-5526
33 Total Sales
2 in Lower Peters Canyon
$1,040,000 Price Range
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Caroline Witham
Caroline Witham
Keller Williams Legacy
(562) 526-7335
28 Total Sales
1 in Lower Peters Canyon
$1,432,000 Price
Schools
Parks in this Area
Transit
Reviews
Are you familiar with the Lower Peters Canyon neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lower Peters Canyon | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Peters Canyon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Peters Canyon, Irvine sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Peters Canyon, Irvine over the last 12 months is $1,675,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
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Median List Price
$1,694,350
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Median Sale Price
$1,675,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,050,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$952,500
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Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
82
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$785
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Neighborhood Facts
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Number of Homes
2,524
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Number of Homes for Sale
22
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Median Year Built
2002
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Months of Supply
3.20
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,856
Significantly above the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,391
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,399
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Rental Home Trends
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Number of Homes for Rent
18
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Median Rent
$4,500
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,200
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,500
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Median Condo Rent
$4,150
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,800
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Demographics
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Total Population
20,822
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Median Age
38
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Population Density
15 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
10.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Finances
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Median Household Income
$130,752
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$150,021
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Education and Workforce
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High School Graduates
98.4%
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College Graduates
67.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
30.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
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Weather
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Annual Precipitation
12''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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Area Factors
Fairly bikeable
Bikeability
Fairly walkable
Walkability
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