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Ocean views and luxury in Southeast San Clemente
Southeast San Clemente rests atop the coastal hills of the city, and its stunning scenery and upscale homes give it a high-end feel. “It’s considered the top of the hill and has the best views,” says Realtor Katrina Crane, who works with Luxre Realty and has over a decade of experience in the area. The neighborhood’s upscale houses and multimillion-dollar mansions offer sunsets over the Pacific Ocean without leaving home, plus proximity to two beaches. A hiking trail snakes through the residential area, with views of mountains to the east.
The most expensive homes in Southeast San Clemente sit atop the hills and offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Southeast San Clemente residents will enjoy its close proximity to the ocean.
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Popular recreation, including Rancho San Clemente Ridgeline Trail and San Clemente State Beach
On the north side of the neighborhood, an entrance to the Rancho San Clemente Ridgeline Trail takes hikers on a 6-mile trek to panoramic views of the ocean and the Santa Ana Mountains. “You feel like you’re on the top of the world, with unbelievable, spectacular views. It's indescribable,” Crane says. San Luis Rey Park, located on the community’s south end, has a playground, tennis courts and picnic tables. It’s also dog friendly, making the park a popular spot to walk furry friends. Next door, the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course offers a public 18-hole course with more views of the Pacific.
Only a mile west, San Clemente State Beach provides a mile-long stretch of sand, where surfers and sunbathers gather under sandstone bluffs. Southeast San Clemente is also the neighborhood closest to Trestles Beach, a more secluded spot within San Onofre State Park that requires a hike to reach, directly south of the community. This beach is especially well known for consistent surfing waves.
The Rancho San Clemente Trail is one of the popular trailheads in the area, with stunning views of the ocean.
San Clemente waves are perfect for surfing or body boarding.
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Mediterranean homes, split-levels and mansions in Southeast San Clemente
Centered around Avenida Salvador, Southeast San Clemente has a web of winding roads that ascend past hillsides covered in chaparral and palm trees. The area is mostly residential, with single-family homes that come with garden beds, many landscaped with succulents and rose bushes. With proximity to the water, some houses have patios or balconies that overlook the ocean. The architecture includes ranch-style homes, Mediterranean homes and split-levels, which range from $1.3 million to a little over $3 million. Contemporary mansions with five bedrooms range from $4.3 million to $5.5 million.
Modern bungalows can be found in Southeast San Clemente.
There are plenty of modern homes in Southeast San Clemente.
Some areas are lined with Mediterranean-style homes in Southeast San Clemente.
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Highly rated schools from Concordia Elementary to San Clemente High
On Niche, Concordia Elementary School, Shorecliffs Middle School and San Clemente High School have A ratings. The high school received national recognition in 2024 for its AVID program, an initiative to get first-generation students in college. University of California, Irvine, is about 25 miles away.
Concordia Elementary School in San Clemente proudly serves its students from kindergarten to fifth grade.
Shorecliffs Middle School provides a public education to students in San Clemente.
San Clemente High School offers a rigorous academic program for its 9-12 grade Students.
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Locally owned restaurants, including Hapa J's and Blooms Irish Pub
Just south of the neighborhood, South El Camino Real is a thoroughfare lined with retail and local restaurant options. At S.C. Cafe, there’s a classic diner feel paired with breakfast classics. Hapa J's serves Hawaiian food in a laidback atmosphere, while 9 Style Ramen has traditional ramen in a modern setting. This retail area also offers nightlife at Blooms Irish Pub, a bar open until 2 a.m. every day. The closest supermarket is Ralphs, located on the eastern edge of the community.
Hapa J's is a Hawaiian restaurant in Southeast San Clemente and offers a Hawaiian-style menu.
Blooms Irish Pup is a popular spot for billiards, craft beers, and a fun night out.
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30 miles to Irvine and 40 miles to Anaheim
Lots of Southeast San Clemente locals commute to Orange County via Interstate 5. Irvine is about 30 miles away, while Anaheim is about 40 miles away. San Diego is about 60 miles south, while Los Angeles is about 70 miles north. Public transit includes a Metrolink light rail station and the Orange County Transportation Authority bus system. John Wayne Airport is located about 25 miles from Southeast San Clemente.
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Southeast San Clemente Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeast San Clemente, San Clemente sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast San Clemente, San Clemente over the last 12 months is $1,399,000, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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