$1,698,478Average Value$722Average Price per Sq Ft20Homes For Sale
Commutability and outdoor recreation in Baker Ranch
Baker Ranch is a 1.5-square-mile master-planned community in the balmy and mountainous northwest of Lake Forest. Baker Ranch is just 10 miles east of Laguna Beach and its beaches on the Pacific Ocean and is just blocks west of trailheads leading up into the wilderness of the Saddleback Mountains. This small, incorporated city is a stable, family-oriented area with plenty of schools and amenities. Employment opportunities are plenty in this business-friendly city, and the major cities of Orange County are within 10 miles. "Baker Ranch is a super-modern, upscale community," says local Realtor Simone Paterno of Stark Team Real Estate. "It's a great community in a great location. It's super close to Irvine, so many people commute there for work."
An elevated view of the mountains just past the Baker Ranch neighborhood.
The entrance to the Wilderness Park located in Baker Ranch, just steps away from home.
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Luxury townhomes and single-family houses with stucco exteriors
Homes in Baker Ranch start in the high six figures for townhomes and go up to $3.5 million for palatial mansions. Paterno notes they were all built between 2017 and 2020. In the Brookland Subdivision, pretty Monterey-style townhomes have exterior stucco walls painted in subdued shades to match the arid Southern California landscape. Native shrubs and eucalyptus trees wind around the small outdoor spaces, and inside wooden cabinetry and large garages lend a luxurious feel to these smaller residences. Detached Monterey-style homes with two stories have roof decks looking out on the vast mountain range to the east. Clay roof tiles keep interiors cool, and adobe walls evoke a period of authenticity in these larger homes. Venetian balconies offer attractive ornaments, and gas fire pits on stone patios warm these outdoor-loving residents on chilly desert nights. The largest and most ornate homes in Baker Ranch are designed in a Mediterranean-Spanish hybrid with exterior walls made of smooth stone and interiors with 20-foot ceilings. Large arched picture windows and second-floor terraces supported by colonnades from which residents can enjoy expansive views of the hills and sky. Spiral staircases and outdoor porticos bring true luxury to these multi-bedroom residences.
One of the entrances to the Baker Ranch planned community is marked with the signature logo.
Whether you're looking for a starter home or a larger family residence, Baker Ranch has it all.
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Pools and dog parks, plus miles of hiking in Irvine Ranch Open Space
Residents of the Baker Ranch HOA have access to various amenities, including three swimming pools, hiking and biking trails, eight parks with playgrounds designed with the same attention to detail as the homes, different sporting courts and fields, dog parks and clubhouses where residents can gather. The Baker Ranch Community Park is city-run and the neighborhood's largest park. It includes several sporting fields and barbecue areas for picnicking. Just a few blocks north of the community and past state Route 241, the main eastern thoroughfare, a trailhead to Red Rock Canyon leads into the 25,000-acre parkland wilderness of the Irvine Ranch Open Space. "There are lots of hiking trails. The Barranca Trail is right there," says Paterno.
Locals say Baker Ranch Community Park has one of the best playgrounds in the city.
The color of the Baker Ranch hills as far as the eye can see.
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Highly rated Saddleback Valley schools
The Saddleback Valley Unified School District offers dual language immersion and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program. It is considered one of the top 650 school districts in America by Niche. Foothill Ranch Elementary School is the closest to Baker Ranch. The school received an A grade from the site. Serrano Intermediate School and El Toro High School received A-minus grades from Niche.
Serrano Intermediate School serves students in grades 7 and 8.
An elevated view of Foothill Ranch Elementary School in the neighborhood.
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Restaurants and major retailers at Foothill Ranch Towne Center
The Foothill Ranch Towne Center borders the northern edge of Baker Ranch, offering department and specialty stores, upscale and fast-food restaurants and a movie theater. An In-N-Out, a branch of Los Angeles restaurant Islands, a Target and a Walmart round out the amenities.
Foothill Ranch Towne Centre is a popular shopping and dining destination in Foothill Ranch.
Walmart offers discounts on most pharmaceutical products as well as other in-store offers.
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Commutes to major cities, the Saddleback Mountains and the beach
Being 60 miles from Los Angeles, 80 miles from San Diego, 10 miles from the beach, and just three blocks from the mountains makes Baker Ranch an excellent option for homebuyers looking for a beautiful, stable place just outside the major cities of Southern California.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Baker Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Baker Ranch, Lake Forest sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Baker Ranch, Lake Forest over the last 12 months is $1,502,500, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
WELCOME TO 46 ECLIPSE! Nestled in the coveted Baker Ranch community in Lake Forest, this stunningly enhanced home blends sophisticated style, thoughtful design and versatile multi-generational living. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 well-appointed bathrooms, the intelligently crafted layout offers a bright, open concept design perfect for both relaxed daily living and memorable gatherings. A
Highly desirable baker Ranch single family home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. the open concept floor plan includes spacious kitchen with lots of cabinet spaces, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and large island. the large living room opens through Bi-folding patio doors to a covered patio, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor flow. the primary bedroom offers a large walk-in
Step outside your front door, and Promenade Park is already waiting — three homes away. For families with young children, this is the location that changes daily life: morning walks, after-school playdates, weekend afternoons that unfold naturally instead of requiring a drive. It's the kind of proximity you can't recreate with square footage. Set within the master-planned Baker Ranch community
*** Former Model Home / No Mello Roos *** featuring the highly sought-after Sedona floorplan in the Parkview encalve by premier, master builder Toll Brothers. This stunning, move-in ready single-family residence offers a *** Corner Lot *** 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an attached 2-car garage, showcasing exceptional upgrades and designer finishes throughout, including ***19 Solar Panels - Go
Wow! Panoramic views, rolling hills, and breathtaking sunsets come together with a rare oversized lot and elevated indoor-outdoor living that define this stunning Toll Brothers masterpiece in Baker Ranch’s sought-after Summit tract. Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac with exceptional curb appeal, this 2017-built Del Rey plan sits on a premium wider 7,172 SqFt lot featuring an extra-deep driveway,
A Must-See, exquisite Toll Brothers “The Highlands” estate, nestled in the No Mello Roos Baker Ranch community. Showcasing over $300K in premium custom upgrades and landscaping, this 3,918 sq. ft. masterpiece is one of only three homes in the tract featuring grand foyer, 5 bedroom suites, including an extended CASITA and an ENCLOSED CALIFORNIA ROOM, elegantly transformed into a restaurant-grade
This is the one you have been waiting for! A Truly Exceptional Estate set on one of the Largest Lots in all of Baker Ranch. Live your Dream Lifestyle at 30 Cooper, a One-Of-A-Kind Property featuring a Massive, Private Backyard Oasis, Premium Corner Location and Stunning Upgrades throughout. This Beautiful 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bathroom, Model Quality Residence Seamlessly Blends Organic Elegance and
Enjoy breathtaking year-round sunset, mountain, and city light views from this stunning4-bedroom, 3-bath home built in 2017 and upgraded throughout. From the moment youenter, elegant porcelain tile flooring and a bright, open layout create an invitingatmosphere. The spacious Great Room features fully retractable stacking doors,delivering the ultimate indoor-outdoor California
Welcome to 13 Barberry! This modern smart home is designed with all the comforts and features you need to enjoy a relaxing, peaceful lifestyle in the highly sought-after Baker Ranch. Imagine waking up to *unobstructed views* of the city lights, living on a premium lot, and having a resort-style pool, spa, and even a second kitchen! This beautifully maintained and manicured home boasts 5 bedrooms,
Beautifully designed attached home featuring 3 bedrooms plus a versatile third-floor bonus room, and 2.5 bathrooms, located in the highly desirable master-planned community of Baker Ranch with NO MELLO ROOS. The interior features newer vinyl-wood-look flooring, fresher interior paint, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen. The spacious primary suite with park view enhances both style and
124 Wild Rose blends style, comfort, and thoughtful upgrades across 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,618 sq ft of inviting living space in the highly sought-after Baker Ranch community. This END UNIT has beautiful wood laminate flooring, abundant natural light, and plantation shutters throughout the downstairs creating a warm and welcoming feel from the moment you enter.The updated kitchen
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded, move-in-ready Spanish-style home in the highly sought-after Baker Ranch community of Lake Forest. Built in 2014, this residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,621 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space.Inside, enjoy an open-concept layout with high ceilings, crown molding, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and abundant natural light from
Step into a home where comfort, style, and community come together seamlessly. This beautifully upgraded 5-bedroom residence offers approximately 2,547 sqft of thoughtfully designed living space, ideal for both everyday living and memorable family moments. The flexible floor plan features a desirable downstairs bedroom, perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Recent upgrades elevate the
Avalon Baker Ranch is a refreshing, smoke-free community, with thoughtfully designed 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes as well as 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes. Apartments include a gourmet kitchen with a quartz stone countertop and stainless steel appliances. Community amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, a sparkling swimming pool and beautifully landscaped courtyards with gas
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Photos Coming SoonThese sample photos are meant to give you a sense of Blueground’s design style. Layout and furniture are subject to change. This apartment will be ready by the date indicated.Be the first to rent!Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this pretty Lake Forest furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully
Staged photos of matching layout and similar décorImagery shows same floorplan and building, and similar décor as we finish photographing this new unit.Be the first to rent!Discover the best of Lake Forest, with this two bedroom apartment in Lake Forest. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living
Photos Coming SoonThese sample photos are meant to give you a sense of Blueground’s design style. Layout and furniture are subject to change. This apartment will be ready by the date indicated.Be the first to rent!Show up and start living from day one in Lake Forest with this cozy three bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished,
Bedroom with shared full bathroom in fully furnished three story townhome. Bedrooms are partially furnished with full size bed, desk and chair (or can be rented unfurnished if desired). Property features an open-concept kitchen/dining room/living room and half bath, patio and backyard with mature trees on first floor. Second floor features a common sitting area, two bedrooms (one to remain
Located in the Luxurious Resort Style Community of BAKER RANCH, this Light & Bright Turn-Key Residence offers Exceptional Privacy with an END UNIT CORNER LOCATION! Thoughtfully Designed for Modern Living this Beautifully Upgraded 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Residence Perfectly Blends Warmth, Modern Design and Functionality. Step in the front door and immediately you are greeted with an Illuminating
Staged photos of matching layout and similar décorImagery shows same floorplan and building, and similar décor as we finish photographing this new unit.Be the first to rent!Show up and start living from day one in Lake Forest with this pretty two bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped
You will feel right at home in this beautifully upgraded 3 bedroom 3 bathroom Baker Ranch home. Impressively upgraded throughout, the first floor offers an open concept floor plan blending both comfort and functionality. Gorgeous upgraded wood floors greet you upon entry and continue throughout the first floor living area and up the stairs. As you step into the kitchen you will notice upgrades in
Highly upgraded single-family residence ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the prestigious Baker Ranch community of Lake Forest. This desirable end-unit home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, plus a spacious loft across approximately 2,537 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space. The functional floor plan includes a main-floor bedroom and full bath, perfect for guests,
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathroom upgraded house in Baker Ranch - a community of high quality and fresh style. ***All bedrooms Upstairs, half bath downstairs***Upstairs carpet through out; downstairs tile floor, gourmet kitchen with granite counter top, stainless steel appliances***The community features a state-of-the-art clubhouse, complete with resort-style swimming pools, covered poolside cabanas,
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