A peaceful setting for a master-planned community in Irvine
On the outskirts of eastern Irvine, the master-planned community of Portola Springs offers resort-style amenities like crystal clear pools, spas and lighted tennis courts in a quiet atmosphere. The area’s serenity is reflected in its CAP Index Crime Score: a 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. "Portola Springs is relatively secluded, and made up of several mini neighborhoods,” says Sharon Kao, a Realtor with Pacific Sterling Realty. “Each one is designed and constructed by different builders, all very reputable.” With an isolated feel from the rest of Irvine, the community of Portola Springs brims with luxury as well as privacy.
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Mediterranean condos and single-family homes in Portola Springs
Residential Portola Springs is composed of winding roads with limited through traffic. The yards have enough room for garden beds, which the HOA often landscapes with palm trees, cypress trees and rose bushes. With names like Azul, Cielo and Sierra, the smaller developments within the community all have Mediterranean architecture, giving the community a cohesive feel resembling a Spanish village. Most of the houses were built from the mid-2010s through the 2020s and feature outdoor spaces like balconies or California rooms. HOA fees range between $150 and $400 a month, going toward lawn maintenance as well as upkeep for pools and parks. Two-bedroom condos range from $1 million to $1.2 million, while four-bedroom single-family homes range from $1.7 million to $5 million. Many of the homes on the higher end are new construction builds in the Cielo development, which is at the top of Portola Springs. This area features views overlooking the city lights of Irvine.
Most single-family homes in Portola Springs have small front yards and sizable backyards.
Condominiums in Portola Springs are the most affordable option in the community.
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Recreation at Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve, Portola Springs Community Park and more
Directly north of Portola Springs, Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve offers access to the Santa Ana Mountains with miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. The area’s most acclaimed red rock formation is The Sinks, often described as a small version of the Grand Canyon. The mountainous area creates a major fire risk for Portola Springs, but the community is prepared to evacuate if a wildfire breaks out; the area was evacuated due to wildfires most recently in 2020. Within the neighborhood, there are many footpaths and bikeways that weave between nine parks. The popular 32-acre Portola Springs Community Park offers pickleball courts, soccer fields, a playground and a picnic pavilion. The park’s Portola Springs Community Center is a reservable space ideal for large events like parties and weddings. At smaller recreation spots like Round Canyon Park, Highland Park and Plateau Park, residents can find swimming pools as well as picnic and barbecue areas.
Take a swim or just chill at the pool at Greenfield Park.
Portola Springs is near the Limestone Canyon Preserve for hiking and breathtaking views.
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Highly rated Irvine Unified public schools, including Portola High School
On Niche, Portola Springs Elementary and Jeffrey Trail Middle both have A ratings, while Portola High has an A-plus rating. The middle school is the winner of a Gold Award for its PBIS program and features a nationally recognized Science Olympiad Team. Nearby higher education options include Irvine Valley College and the University of California, Irvine.
Portola Springs Elementary serves students from K-6 and has above average test scores.
In 2018, Portola High School won the "Best of the Best K-12 Education Award" in California.
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Diverse restaurants and plentiful shopping at Woodbury Town Center
Although Portola Springs doesn’t have any retail, it’s only 3 miles away from Woodbury Town Center, a sprawling open-air mall. Here residents can go out to eat at a wide range of restaurants, including the casual LA-based chain Shin-Sen-Gumi, which serves Japanese dishes like udon and ramen. For a more upscale feel, locals can dine at the Marble Steakhouse & Grille, best known for its Korean barbecue. Those who don’t have time for a sit-down meal can pick up fast food. The mall also offers big-box stores like Home Depot and HomeGoods, plus grocery options like Trader Joe’s and Ralph’s.
Portola Spring residents can dine at Shin Sen-Gumi at the Woodbury Town Center.
Marble Steakhouse & Grille is an upscale Korean barbecue restaurant with prime cuts.
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Family-friendly attractions like the Wild Rivers Waterpark and the Pretend City Children's Museum
Located about 5 miles from Portola Springs, the Wild Rivers Waterpark features attractions like waterslides, a lazy river and a wave pool. The Pretend City Children's Museum, located 10 miles south of the community, is set up like a miniature city, with its own grocery store, cafe and farm showcasing interactive exhibits.
The mounted police makes an appearance in front of a large crowd at National Night Out.
During the hot summer days, Wild Rivers is a popular water park that families can enjoy.
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5 miles to Irvine Spectrum and 50 miles from downtown LA
Portola Springs is a car-dependent community. Conveniently set at the junction of state routes 133 and 241, Portola Springs is about 5 miles northeast of Irvine Spectrum. Via Interstate 5, the neighborhood is about 50 miles away from downtown Los Angeles. Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Irvine Medical Center, the closest hospital, is also about 5 miles away. The community is about 10 miles east of the John Wayne Airport, located in Santa Ana.
The tones of the Portola Springs community matches the surrounding landscape.
Irvine Spectrum is a popular spot for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
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Parks in this Area
Discovery Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Silverado Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Lomas Valley Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Tomato Springs Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Pool
Portola Springs Community Park & Community Center
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Voyager Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Plateau Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Greenfield Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Hillcrest Park at Portola Springs
Transit
Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
30 min drive
Portola Springs Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Portola Springs, Irvine sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Portola Springs, Irvine over the last 12 months is $1,850,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,022
Median Age
37
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,050
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,229
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
64.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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