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Spanish architecture and ocean views in the hills
In the hills of San Clemente, a city known for its Spanish architecture and surfing culture, Forster Ranch exemplifies the local atmosphere with impressive houses minutes away from the beach. The neighborhood has shopping areas, beaches and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. "A lot of these homes have ocean views," says Brad Trager, a neighborhood resident and real estate agent at Surterre Properties Inc. "People want a house with a view close to the beach."
Balmy landscaping, gated communities and no Mello-Roos
Palm trees and balmy gardens surround the residential roads, which wind through the hilly terrain. Architecture includes New Traditional homes and Spanish Revivals with stucco walls and terracotta roofs. Single-family home prices range from $1 million to $2.9 million, depending on size and proximity to the water. Properties around 4,000 square feet with waterfront views can go for as much as $4 million.
The Reserve is among the area's most desirable subdivisions, with four gated communities and amenities like a swimming pool. "I'm a specialist in the Reserve community," Trager says. "There are a lot of young families here. It's close to freeways, and there's no Mello-Roos tax." The Mello-Roos tax increases property taxes over time and is common in newer communities.
The CAP Index score in Forster Ranch is 1 out of 10, significantly lower when compared to the national average of 4.
A mix of Spanish and traditional American homes can be found throughout the Forster Ranch neighborhood.
Spanish-style homes with palm trees capture the Southern California vibe of Forster Ranch.
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Award-winning schools and a national surfing championship
The Capistrano Unified School District serves students in San Clemente. Truman Benedict Elementary School has a platinum PBIS program. Bernice Ayer Middle School boasts designations like California Distinguished School, National School to Watch and Model Professional Learning Community. With an emphasis on college and career preparedness, San Clemente High School also stands out in athletics, with national championships in surfing and cheerleading. All three schools in the neighborhood pipeline earn an A grade from Niche.
Truman Benedict Elementary in San Clemente serves students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
Bernice Ayer Middle School in San Clemente provides a high-quality education for its students.
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Exploring beaches and the San Clemente Pier
The neighborhood centerpiece is Forster Ranch Community Park, which has a sandy playground. The San Clemente Aquatics Center is a pool facility with a splash pad area. The Talega Golf Club has mountain views, water hazards and a Spanish-style clubhouse. Turf soccer and softball fields are night-lit at the Vista Hermosa Sports Park. North Beach and Capistrano Beach Park both provide plenty of sand and surfing, less than 5 miles away. One of the area's main attractions is the San Clemente Pier, a boardwalk near popular beaches, shops and restaurants.
The San Clemente Pier is a local attraction near Forster Ranch.
Your kids won’t want to leave the playground at Forster Ranch Community Park in San Clemente.
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Close to an outlet mall and modern pub-style eats
About 3 miles south, the Outlets at San Clemente is a walkable, Spanish-style village with 60 storefronts, including apparel brands and gift shops. This plaza also has restaurants, such as Flights & Irons Urban Kitchen, a vintage pub serving a wide selection of wine, appetizers and American dishes. Asada Cantina + Kitchen is a modern bar that specializes in Mexican cuisine. About 2 miles east, Walmart and Pavilions are two supermarkets located in the Plaza Pacifico shopping center.
Asada Cantina + Kitchen is a modern restaurant serving delicious Mexican cuisine.
Find great shopping and more at the Outlets at San Clemente, near Forster Ranch.
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Take the trolley to the pier
The OCTA 1 bus system serves the area with 131 stops throughout the city. The San Clemente Trolley makes trips to the outlet mall, the pier and some of the area's most popular attractions. The neighborhood is about 10 minutes from the city center. Downtown Los Angeles is about 70 miles north on Interstate 5, an easily accessible expressway that traverses the West Coast.
About 25 miles west, the John Wayne Airport (SNA), in Santa Ana, provides international flights to Canada and Mexico.
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Forster Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forster Ranch, San Clemente sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Forster Ranch, San Clemente over the last 12 months is $1,800,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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