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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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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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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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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.
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.
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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Safe and friendly environment! Very clean, but has it's own bubble.
4.0Niche User
6/6/2015Niche Review
This area is a great place to live in and raise a family. Fantastic education and safety.
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.
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.
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Turtle Rock Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Turtle Rock, Irvine sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Turtle Rock, Irvine over the last 12 months is $2,400,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
One of Turtle Rock’s most extraordinary and private lots, this custom estate captures breathtaking panoramic views stretching from city lights and rolling hills to the Pacific Ocean. Situated on a rare expansive double lot with no adjacent homes, this exceptional residence offers unmatched privacy, tranquility, and a truly one-of-a-kind setting. With only the rarely used community pool behind the
Million-Dollar Forever Views! Spectacular panoramic golf course, canyon, strawberry farm, and city light views! Boasting a huge, private backyard, this exceptional residence is located in the highly desirable gated community of Turtle Rock Pointe. Beautifully remodeled, this stunning home features soaring two-story ceilings, an abundance of natural light, morning sun & refreshing breezes that
Commanding one of the most coveted settings within the exclusive guard-gated enclave of Turtle Rock Summit, this extraordinary estate features five en-suite bedrooms and occupies an exceptional front-row homesite - arguably one of the community’s finest. Privately positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on a single-loaded street bordering a protected nature preserve, the residence captures
Situated on a private cul-de-sac atop Turtle Rock Crest, this custom New England-inspired residence with classic Colonial influences commands an exceptional setting framed by mature landscaping and approximately 180 feet of unobstructed panoramic views stretching across Irvine’s natural reserve, rolling hills, seasonal greenery, and sparkling city lights.From the moment you enter, a dramatic
Located within the prestigious guard-gated Summit Estates community of Turtle Rock, 5 Chester presents a rare opportunity to own an exceptional estate on an expansive approximately 0.34-acre lot. Positioned on a single-loaded street near one of the highest points in the neighborhood, the property enjoys outstanding privacy, mature landscaping, and sweeping city light and skyline views. With
Welcome to your private oasis at 6 Canyon Ridge, nestled in the highly sought after enclave of Irvine's prestigious Turtle Rock. This exquisitely remodeled home which offers an unparalleled blend of modern luxury, supreme privacy, and breathtaking natural views. No expense has been spared in this comprehensive renovation, featuring gorgeous new Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring seamlessly flowing
Beautifully updated executive townhome located in the highly desirable Turtle Rock Meadows community, FABULOUS LOCATION, large green space outside your front door and views from every window. Dual primary suites with full en-suite baths, a downstairs powder room and abundant natural light. Ideally positioned, very desirable interior location in the community, peaceful parklike setting, this home
Welcome to one of the best opportunities in Turtle Rock Meadows, located in the heart of Irvine.Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home offers a bright, open layout with soaring ceilings and exceptional natural light. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, from the stunning designer kitchen with gas range to the eye-catching modern fireplace and sleek glass stair railings.The primary
REFRESHED SINGLE STORY in Prestigious Turtle Rock! Entertainer’s Dream Home with a HUGE 10,857 SQUARE FOOT LOT with complete privacy and no homes behind it! This popular one-story model offers 4 bedrooms and appx 2,367 square feet. Step through the double door entry into a foyer overlooking an enclosed central atrium with beautiful plants, flowers and patio cover that create a peaceful
Welcome to 8 Del Rey — a beautifully reimagined home in the heart of Irvine that has been redesigned with today's buyer in mind. Every surface, system, and finish has been thoughtfully upgraded, so all that's left to do is move in. Soaring vaulted ceilings and an open, light-filled floor plan set the tone the moment you walk through the door, with wide-plank flooring flowing seamlessly from the
Beautifully upgraded 4 bedroom Turtle Rock home offering approximately 2,208 square feet of bright, flexible living space. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, a new vanity, new light fixtures, brand new landscaping, and a full repipe with PEX water supply lines, a major upgrade that offers lasting peace of mind. The home features generous living areas, abundant natural light, two
Rarely available and completely reimagined, this single-level, 3-bedroom, 2-bath Turtle Rock residence offers approximately 1,600 square feet of turnkey living in one of the community's most serene and private settings. Ideally positioned as an end unit with only one common wall and no one above, the home lives more like a single-family residence, with peaceful views of mature greenery and an
one of the bedroom for lease including furnitures, fridge, microwave, washer and dryer , 6 minutes driving distance, 10 to 15 minutes bike or scooter distance to UCI computer science and engineering building, convenience location to UCI and Albertson supermarket
Rental rates, availability, lease terms, deposits, apartment features, amenities, and specials are subject to change without notice. Floor plans and square footages displayed are approximations, may be based on stud-to-stud measurements, and may vary between individual units. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as application fee (one-time, $45), security
This single-story, detached home is nestled in the prestigious and highly desirable Turtle Rock community. Beautifully upgraded, the residence offers five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.Abundant natural light creates a bright, warm, and inviting atmosphere throughout. The open-concept floor plan is ideal for comfortable everyday living and effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Hardwood
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bed, 2-bath end-unit tucked into one of Turtle Rock’s most peaceful and desirable settings. Surrounded by mature greenery and set on a raised corner lot, this residence offers a wonderful sense of privacy and calm from the moment you arrive. Inside, the bright open floor plan is filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and a warm, welcoming flow
Spectacular Turtle Rock 3-Car garage home located in the prestigious, guard gated Concordia University Community! The dramatic two-story-high ceiling entry along with a wonderful open floor plan, stunning real hardwood floors throughout the house and carpet on the stairway, soaring vaulted ceilings with an abundance of natural light. One downstairs bedroom and bath with all other bedrooms up.
One of the best locations in the community, just steps from the park, pool, and spa. This beautifully updated home features fresh paint, brand new carpet, and new flooring throughout, along with stainless steel appliances and elegant quartz countertops. Enjoy two enormous primary suites, a large formal dining room, a spacious family kitchen that opens to a private patio, and an attached two-car
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SET ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC STREET IN THE EXCLUSIVE TURTLE ROCK NEIGHBORHOOD, THIS CHARMING SINGLE-STORY HOME FEATURES A VAULTED CEILING IN GREAT ROOM, AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN, AN EXPANDED KITCHEN ENTRY WAY, AND 1-CAR GARAGE WITH DIRECT ACCESS, PLUS A COVERED CARPORT. THIS FULLY RENOVATED HOME INCLUDES WIDE PLANK LAMINATE FLOORING IN GREAT ROOM AND BEDROOMS; TILE PLANK FLOORING IN KITCHEN & BATHROOMS;
Exceptional Custom Home in Prestigious Turtle Rock Crest! This impressive 6,420 sq. ft. residence offers 5 bedrooms plus a spacious bonus room, private office, library and exercise room, providing exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy spectacular panoramic city lights, sunset and peek-a-boo ocean views from this beautifully situated home. The open and inviting floor
Rare Lease Opportunity in Prestigious Turtle Rock!! Welcome to this beautifully maintained single-family residence offering over 2,500 square feet of comfortable living space with 5 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 remodeled bathrooms, and a highly desirable downstairs primary suite—perfect for convenience and flexibility.A charming rose-lined walkway creates a warm first impression as you arrive at
GREAT CONDITION! Single level beautiful house in popular Highlands Garden in Irvine. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. The window-lined living room offers soaring ceilings, traditional fireplace and opens to the large formal dining room. The kitchen is accented by a large center island with lots of storage and pull out shelving. An adjoining family room with soaring ceilings also has a
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