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Older suburb sought-after for its location and land
A few miles south of Irvine’s city center, the Turtle Rock neighborhood remains popular for its well-maintained parks and excellent schools. “When it was first built, this was where all the professors at UC-Irvine lived,” says local Realtor Lucy Di Profio, who has been selling Turtle Rock homes since the '90s. “So from the very beginning, the neighborhood has been very education-focused. You can see that in the quality of the local public schools, which have won just about every award you can think of.” While the schools are one of the biggest draws, this Irvine suburb has a lot more to offer.
Turtle Rock Trail feature panoramic views of Irvine and other surrounding cities.
The Turtle Rock neighborhood of Irvine boasts luxurious homes with divine views.
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High-demand homes of Turtle Rock
Lucy Di Profio says homes in the neighborhood are a hot commodity. “It’s a place where people want to put their roots down,” she says. “The neighborhood is a high-demand area with very little turnover. The homes don’t just retain their value — the value has skyrocketed over the years.”
The homes of Turtle Rock are older, from 70s California ranch-styles to Mediterranean mansions. The neighborhood was primarily built in the 80s, but a few 90s Modern Traditional homes are scattered throughout the neighborhood. Turtle Rock Prices start at under $900,000 for smaller homes, but houses featuring pools, multi-car garages and spacious yards sell for millions. Properties in the neighborhood sell for a median of $1.2 million, but homes with thousands of square footage and amenities like pools and updated appliances can climb past $5 million.
The neighborhood was fully built out by the '90s. While land in Irvine is now at a premium, the developers built the neighborhood when larger yards were accessible. Although most front yards are more compact, making it easy to visit neighbors on foot, back yards are larger than can be found in other neighborhoods. There are no new builds in Turtle Rock, but it is common for buyers to purchase a home for the plot, and rebuild a home on the existing yard.
Neighbors in Turtle Rock make the most out of limited yard space with colorful landscaping.
Larger Turtle Rock homes feature three-car garages on larger plots of land.
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Community parks and hiking trails
Turtle Rock residents are always close to parks and hiking trails. Public green space spread across the neighborhood, carving through the residential grid and providing recreational space for adults and children alike. The ratio of homes to parks creates ample shaded areas to lounge under a tree or take a walk on a dirt path only feet from a home's back door. The city of Irvine strives to provide recreational space for all neighborhoods, but most parks are simple spaces with play equipment and picnicking pavilions. The neighborhood's most popular park, Turtle Rock Community Park, provides community centers, sports courts and play equipment. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking trails. Turtle Rock Trail winds uphill, providing rare elevated views of relatively flat Irvine.
Turtle Rock Community Park has athletic facilities such as a volleyball court and tennis courts.
Turtle Rock Trail oversees the community of Turtle Rock with a stunning mountain backdrop.
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Highly rated Irvine schools and stand out university
Quality schools draw in families. “Parents want to put their kids in those schools,” says Di Profio. “The schools are fantastic. They’re one of the main draws.” Niche ranks Irvine Unified School District A-plus, and each school neighborhood children attend has an A-plus rating. Kids begin school at Turtle Rock Elementary School or Bonita Canyon Elementary School. Students proceed to Rancho San Joaquin Middle School and graduate from University High School.
University High School is ranked the 10th best public high school in California by Niche and students consistently perform well in programs like the National Merit Scholarship Program, the Siemens Foundation Awards Program and the Robert C. Byrd Scholarship Program. The school is also home to the Orange County Deaf and Hard of Hearing program.
The University of California, Irvine, is right next door to the neighborhood. The university scores an A-plus on Niche and is considered one of the top schools in California and in the country. Niche ranks it as America’s 13th-best public university. Another option even closer to home Concordia University Irvine, rated B-minus, is situated in the northernmost curve of the neighborhood.
Turtle Rock Elementary won the Silver PBIS Award in 2019.
University High School offers quality public education on a beautiful campus in Turtle Rock.
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Turtle Rock can stop by Tanaka Farms to pick up fresh produce and baked goods.
Tanaka Farms hosts annual events
Turtle Rock itself is a smaller community, but it offers many exciting amenities. The neighborhood’s Tanaka Farms hosts a full calendar of seasonal events, from a Halloween pumpkin patch to a Spring Harvest Festival. Eight miles away, Orange County Great Park hosts a summer concert and movie series. The city of Irvine operates events and classes out of Turtle Rock Community Center, from cooking and art classes to adult fitness programs to sports lessons for residents of any age.
Easy access to Irvine
Residents will need a car to access the rest of Irvine and Orange County. The neighborhood is ringed by thoroughfares connecting the community with outside neighborhoods and providing easy access to Interstate 405. Downtown Irvine, less than five miles away, can be reached in 10 minutes depending on traffic. Newport Beach is 11 miles from the center of the neighborhood and can be reached in under 30 minutes.
Nearby neighborhoods provide plentiful shopping and dining
While there are no restaurants within the small suburb, the adjacent communities are full of options. “There’s not a commercial area,” says Di Profio. “But everything you need is within a five-minute drive.” The neighboring university cultivates a diverse food scene, so residents are only minutes away from a mix of fast and casual dining options spanning many popular cuisines.
Since the 1980s, Tanaka Farms has provided Irvine with fresh produce. The farm’s facilities are on the northeast edge of Turtle Rock, making it easy for residents to visit and purchase farm-fresh goods. An Albertsons grocery store is just west of the neighborhood, providing residents quick access to essentials. More shopping can be found in the neighboring community, Rancho San Joaquin, like Wholesome Choice supermarket.
Crime in Turtle Rock
Turtle Rock is a mellow area with very little crime. The neighborhood scores one out of ten on the CAP Index Crime Score, compared to the national average of four out of ten. It has low crime scores across property and violent crimes.
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Parks in this Area
Turtle Rock Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Chaparral Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Sierra Oro Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Sierra Boca Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Sierra Amigo Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Grossmont Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Paseo Park
Picnic Area
Pool
Playground
Mountain View Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
12 min drive
Bus
Culver-Campus
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.921 Reviews
3.0Niche User
2/21/2015Niche Review
You have to make an effort to be friends with your neighbors. Usually we just greet each other and that's about it. The community is ver pet/family friendly.
5.0Niche User
4/17/2016Niche Review
I'm scared of the dark, but that's just part of me. There's absolutely no reason to ever feel unsafe in Irvine. The most dangerous hazard in Irvine would be slipping in a puddle or tripping.
4.0Niche User
5/13/2016Niche Review
The crime is very low in this area. My house is close by both an elementary and high school. The police do a good job of keeping the area safe.
4.0Niche User
2/21/2015Niche Review
It's Southern California so the weather is usually warm and sunny.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Turtle Rock
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Turtle Rock Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Turtle Rock, Irvine sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Turtle Rock, Irvine over the last 12 months is $2,350,000, up 18% 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
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Demographics
Total Population
10,622
Median Age
45
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$152,041
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$176,286
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
77.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%
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®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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