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South Coast Metro

South Coast Metro

$938,108 Average Value
$547 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

South Coast Metro is convenient to shopping centers and the freeway

Comfort and convenience combine in South Coast Metro, a residential neighborhood in Santa Ana offering proximity to an array of schools, parks, shopping and dining. “The main draw is that it’s convenient to shopping and restaurants, which are all within walking distance, and it’s close to the freeway, so it’s very accessible,” says William Wiese, a Realtor with North American Properties who lived in the area for 35 years. “It attracts more older than younger homebuyers, but it’s a pretty good balance. There are enough children that it’s lively, but not so many that it’s noisy.”

Midcentury housing, often with custom additions and landscaping

Midcentury single-family housing is prominent along the neighborhood streets, where the average home price is a little more than $900,000. Multi-level additions of established homes stand out and offer additional square footage. The typical home features a private driveway, with many offering an attached garage and others offering spacious backyards with room for garages and amenities such as pools and guest houses. Custom landscaped yards dot the neighborhood, adding to its curb appeal. A collection of larger contemporary custom homes in a similar subdivision setting can also be found. Multi-family housing includes condominiums in the $400,000 to $700,000 range and manufactured homes at Plaza Village in the $200,000 range.

Nearby schools include the A-rated Segerstrom High

There are three public schools in the neighborhood. Younger students can attend Greenville Fundamental Elementary School and Jim Thorpe Fundamental Elementary. The latter is adjacent to the campus of Segerstrom High School, an A-rated school by Niche, whose football field is a noticeable neighborhood landmark. Students in sixth through eighth grades can attend the nearby McFadden Institute of Technology, which offers a variety of STEAM classes.

Local green spaces have sports fields and a fishing lake

Residents have two distinct recreational spaces at their disposal. Griset Park is a small, tranquil green space featuring a multipurpose field located next to the Greenville Fundamental Elementary campus, while Thornton Park is a large green space that offers an array of options. The 33-acre complex is home to a lake, where popular activities include fishing and feeding the many geese that live there. Ballfields anchor the park’s athletic amenities, which also include basketball courts, walking paths, a colorful fitness court and a handicap-accessible playground.

Close to open-air malls, national chains and South Coast Plaza

The neighborhood is located at the southern edge of Santa Ana on the border with Costa Mesa. As such, it is surrounded by stores and restaurants. The Bristol Street corridor, just east of the neighborhood, features several shopping centers. Bristol Plaza is a walkable open-air mall where residents can shop at Trader Joe’s and enjoy comfort food favorites at Black Bear Diner. Target, Aldi and I Heart Pancakes offer alternative retail and dining nearby. A little more than a mile south of the neighborhood along Bristol Street is South Coast Plaza, a collection of luxury stores that makes up one of the largest shopping centers on the West Coast.

Nearby highways include Interstate 405

The neighborhood’s location is also convenient to the region’s freeways. Interstate 405, also known as the San Diego Freeway, intersects with both the Corona Del Mar Freeway and the Costa Mesa Freeway on either side of South Coast Plaza, providing easy access to work commutes and travel throughout greater Orange County.

Matt Pallister
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John Wayne/Orange County

8 min drive

Bus

Sunflower-Raitt

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Fairview-Garry

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Fairview-Macarthur

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Macarthur-Raitt

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Macarthur-Bear

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Sunflower-Greenville

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Macarthur-Twilight

South Coast Metro Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$599,000
Median Sale Price
$608,888
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,157,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,925,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$484,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$547

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,856
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,760
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,823
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
954
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
675
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 20
    1 - 4pm

    1907 W Meadowbrook Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704

    $2,150,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,244 Sq Ft
    • 1907 W Meadowbrook Dr
    • New 4 days ago

    Guard Gated Armstrong Ranch Community Home with many upgrades and well kept. As you come up to the home, you will notice the manicured lawn with many leaded glass windows. Enter the home with impeccable marble flooring, upgraded chandeliers and cathedral ceilings. The beautiful island kitchen has maple mocha cabinets with a newer microwave, Subzero stainless steel refrigerator, Thermador

    Noemi Romero The Oppenheim Group

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  • Sunday, Sep 21
    2 - 4pm

    3500 S Greenville St Unit F3, Santa Ana, CA 92704

    $499,900

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 729 Sq Ft
    • 3500 S Greenville St
    • Unit F3
    • New 10 days ago

    Breeze into this beautifully and recently remodeled ground-floor one-bedroom condo, perfectly situated in the desirable gated community of Chelsea Court. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated to combine modern elegance with everyday comfort. The open and airy floorplan is enhanced by recessed lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and abundant natural light. The newly designed custom kitchen

    Sean Dezahd First Team Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Sep 20
    1 - 3pm

    3680 S Bear St Unit 16, Santa Ana, CA 92704

    $399,800

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 821 Sq Ft
    • 3680 S Bear St
    • Unit 16
    • New 12 days ago

    Tucked inside a beautifully maintained community, this upper-level condo offers the perfect mix of privacy, style, and convenience just minutes from South Coast Plaza. Private stairs lead you to your own entry balcony, setting the stage for a home that feels both welcoming and set apart. From the moment you step inside, vaulted ceilings, natural light, and a spacious open design create a warm,

    Alin Arsenov APA Homes

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
10,909
Median Age
39
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,990
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,053

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.4%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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