$1,413,562Average Value$618Average Price per Sq Ft34Homes For Sale
Multigenerational living and master planning on former ranchland
Developed on former ranchland in southern Orange County, Rancho Mission Viejo is an expansive area of master-planned residential villages. "It was created as an all-encompassing, idyllic community," Daniel Finder, Realtor with The Finder Group and EQTY Forbes Global Properties, says. The first development was traditionally planned, with the addition of being connected to a 55-and-up community. "Grandma and Pappy can meet you at the community center. They'll have a pool, and on the other side, just a fence away, is all the ruckus with the kids," Finder says. This multigenerational co-mingling lets families make the most of the area.
The master plan of Rancho Mission Viejo provides for beautiful homes in a stunning environment.
Rancho Mission Viejo is home to a senior community with plenty of single story homes.
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Range of homes, consistent styles and costs of living in the villages
Rancho Mission Viejo offers the comforts and convenience of well-appointed homes with the beauty and tranquility of wild nature nearby. "It sits in its own little pocket, a valley," Finder says. "Some people don't like it because it tends to hold in the heat." Residences in the villages include three-story stacked flats and town houses, duplexes, and two- or three-story single-family homes. There also are options for those in the 55-plus age group, both one- and two-story homes. Finder says the architecture is consistent, even a bit redundant, when it comes to house styles. "However, it's beautiful," he says. "There's a good portion built on a nicely sized hill, so you can get some of the most epic views."
Prices range from about $500,000 for a one-bedroom condo to $950,000 for a three-bedroom town house. Larger, single-family homes are priced from $1 million to $2.25 million, and especially expansive estates typically exceed $5 million. Finder mentions the Mello-Roos infrastructure bonds associated to the homes. "They are aggressive and can be a deterrent for people who want to move here." On top of homeowners association fees, you'll also have these costs. He compares it to other areas in the region: "Your taxes in SoCal are about 1%; for Rancho Mission Viejo, you could pay almost double."
Townhomes are located near stand-alone single family residences in Rancho Mission Viejo.
Spanish-style townhomes are a common site in Rancho Mission Viejo.
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A-rated public schools and top-rated high schools nearby
Students living in Rancho Mission Viejo can attend public schools in the Capistrano Unified School District, like Esencia K-8, graded A by Niche. They can move on to nearby Tesoro High or San Juan Hills High, both graded A+.
Esencia offers fantastic education for K-8 students in Rancho Mission Viejo.
The stadium and athletic complex at Tesoro High School serves many South County students.
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Resort-style pools, hiking trails and The Nature Reserve amenities
The villages offer exceptional spots for swimming, like the 20,000-square-foot Ranch Cove pool. Visit the Ranch Camp for a full slate of amenities and activities. Would you like to grow your own vegetables? Get your hands dirty at one of the dedicated farm sites. The Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo offers protected open space, hiking trails, and plenty of public and private events. Visit Esencia Zipline Park for some elevated fun; you'll be glad to hear it has a rubber surface. Close by is The Backyard, a kids' favorite for playhouses and climbing nets.
The large pool in the heart of Rancho Mission Viejo is the perfect place to cool off in summer.
Locals can picnic with a mountain backdrop in Rancho Mission Viejo.
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Sendero Marketplace and dining in scenic surroundings
Relax with a hot beverage at Canyon Coffee and then head to Sendero Marketplace, where there's an assortment of shops. You can drop off your dry cleaning, get a haircut and pick up groceries at Gelson's on the way home. If you prefer eating out, try a dining spot like Scarlet Kitchen and Lounge, serving sandwich and salad classics and more.
The enchanting surroundings, with lemon and avocado orchards, mountain views, and extensive hiking and biking trails, add to the sublime ambiance of Rancho Mission Viejo. And if you want to venture to the coast, it's only about 10 miles away. You can take State Route 74 to link up with nearby Interstate 5 and head south. Appealing homes and amenities plus opportunities to have extended family close to home make Rancho Mission Viejo a superb part of Orange County.
Sendero Marketplace is home to Rancho Mission Viejo's main shopping destinations.
Oak Ranch Grill offers BBQ, fresh sandwiches or burgers, and more in Rancho Mission Viejo.
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Easy highway, coastal, and regional access in Orange County
The enchanting surroundings, with lemon and avocado orchards, mountain views, and extensive hiking and biking trails, add to the sublime ambiance of Rancho Mission Viejo. And if you want to venture to the coast, it's only about 10 miles away. You can take State Route 74 to link up with nearby Interstate 5 and head south. Appealing homes and amenities plus opportunities to have extended family close to home make Rancho Mission Viejo a superb part of Orange County.
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