Orchard Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Irvine, California
Orange County 92602, 92618, 92620
A calm setting for Mediterranean homes and HOAs in Orchard Hills
Quiet and residential, Orchard Hills is composed of winding roads of single-family homes. The peaceful atmosphere is reflected in the area’s CAP Index Crime Score, a 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. The houses have smaller yards with enough room for garden beds, which are often landscaped with cypress trees and boxwood shrubs — thanks to the HOA. Also with the HOA, residents can access a pool, a gym, sports courts and a clubhouse within the community. All homes, condos and single-family, in Orchard Hills have Mediterranean architecture, and many were built by the Toll Brothers. Two-bedroom condos range from $1.3 to $1.4 million, while four-bedroom homes range from $2.5 to $5 million. Five-bedroom mansions start from $7 million and go up to $8 million. Specific parts of Orchard Hills, like the Groves, are particularly attractive: "People really want to get into that community, but inventory is limited, so it's getting pricey — a home recently sold for $8 million here,” says Yubo Mu, a broker with Pinnacle Real Estate Group. But with views of avocado orchards during the day and the city lights at night, it’s no surprise this area comes with a higher price tag. Soon prospective buyers can expect a fourth gated community within Orchard Hills called "The Summit," which will have over 500 homes, plus parks and trails. Its first homes will be available in 2025.Loma Ridge, Settlers Park and more local recreation
In the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, Loma Ridge is a nature preserve that covers the eastern side of the community. Here many locals hike to panoramic viewpoints of rolling hills and fields of wildflowers. Limestone Canyon Regional Park, which borders Orchard Hills’ eastern side, is another popular hiking spot. One of its most famous features is The Sinks, a red sandstone cliff formation that landslides shaped over a few million years. The mountain geography puts the community at a major fire risk, but the Orchard Hills is prepared for evacuations if necessary. Located on the western side of the community, Settlers Park has a shaded playground, basketball courts and a volleyball court. Centrally located Orchard Terrace Park offers a picnic area under a pergola and a shaded playground.Well-rated Tustin Unified public schools, including Beckman High School
Students in Orchard Hills may attend different school districts depending on their addresses, but most attend schools in the Tustin Unified School District. Orchard Hills School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade, has an A rating on Niche. Beckman High School has an A-plus and is a California Distinguished School, a designation given to schools with excellent educational programs. The closest higher education includes the University of California, Irvine, and Irvine Valley College.The Orange County Zoo and the Santa Ana Zoo
Located about 5 miles west of Orchard Hills, the Santa Ana Zoo features over 350 animals, plus a Ferris wheel and a carousel. The Orange County Zoo, about 5 miles north of the neighborhood, specializes in animals native to Southwest America like mountain lions and a black bear. Its activities include paddle boats, a train ride and a scavenger hunt.A 40-mile commute to downtown Los Angeles
Orchard Hills is a car-dependent community. Via Interstate 5, the neighborhood is about 10 miles north of the city center — Irvine Spectrum. The same highway can take residents to downtown Los Angeles, located about 40 miles northwest of the neighborhood. For medical care, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Irvine Medical Center is about 10 miles away. Orchard Hills is about 10 miles northeast of the John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana.Orchard Hills Shopping Center and Northpark Plaza's East Asian cuisine
On the western side of Orchard Hills, residents can find the Orchard Hills Shopping Center. It has a Pavilions grocery store and a few chain restaurants. The neighborhood’s also a couple of miles east of another shopping center called Northpark Plaza, which provides an array of East Asian dining. High-end GOOYI92 serves Korean barbecue, while MooMoo Hot Pot offers all-you-can-eat hot pot in a traditional Chinese atmosphere. For international groceries, residents can shop at H-Mart, best known for its Korean products.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ahmad Alhakeem
WERE Real Estate
(949) 390-6883
11 Total Sales
1 in Orchard Hills
$5,650,000 Price
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Cayenne Kuang
Spectrum Realty
(657) 279-5024
34 Total Sales
2 in Orchard Hills
$3.4M - $4M Price Range
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Jesse Guzman
Global Premier Properties, Inc.
(747) 279-3221
62 Total Sales
1 in Orchard Hills
$2,365,000 Price
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Darleen Centala
First Team Real Estate
(657) 444-1579
26 Total Sales
1 in Orchard Hills
$2,150,000 Price
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Cindy Chin
Cindy Chin Realty
(949) 822-9846
86 Total Sales
5 in Orchard Hills
$1.8M - $3.9M Price Range
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Mark Caton
Pacific Ranch Realty
(858) 289-5749
17 Total Sales
1 in Orchard Hills
$1,270,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Orchard Hills | US |
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Homicide | 1 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
Robbery | 1 | 4 |
Burglary | 1 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
Larceny | 1 | 4 |
Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Orchard Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Orchard Hills, Irvine sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Orchard Hills, Irvine over the last 12 months is $2,804,400, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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