$1,442,421Average Value$432Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
A rural equestrian community with easy access to the city
Los Ranchitos is an upscale equestrian community tucked between downtown Temecula and the area’s many vineyards. With miles of horse trails and custom-built homes, this community attracts horse lovers looking for a rural environment. “People enjoy feeling like they’re living on the land, but they’re just a mile or two away from the city,” says Lia Forss, a Realtor with Team Forss Realty Group who has sold properties in the area and works in an office facing the community. “There are these rolling hills that offer some residents city and snow-topped mountain views. Some houses are very unusual, and no two houses are the same here.” Residents enjoy living on spacious lots; most have ranch land for their horses. This unique area is primarily residential, so dining and shopping options are fairly limited in the community, but with downtown Temecula and Old Town Temecula being just around a mile away from some residents, unique establishments like the old western-inspired Gambling Cowboy are just a short drive away. With everything from horse amenities to a rose garden and an alpaca farm, Los Ranchitos offers its residents rural living in the heart of the city.
Picturesque views and serene living in Los Ranchitos, Temecula.
Discover unique treasures at Old Town Antique Faire near Los Ranchitos, Temecula.
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Custom-built properties and horse ranches
Custom-built properties sitting on spacious lots fill Los Ranchitos. This community was developed between 1966 and 1980 by Henry J. Kaiser, the master planner of Irvine, so properties here often date back to then, although newer builds are available in some of the community’s developments. Tucked within the larger community is the Santiago Estates development, which features often larger, more expensive Spanish-inspired homes. Properties in Los Ranchitos often sit alongside horse ranches that have white fences surrounding them. They go for just upwards of $710,000 to $2.5 million, depending on their age, size, and location. The area has some HOA-governed lots, each with at least two acres. Los Ranchitos is threaded with four miles of equestrian trails, and its two-lane cross streets are marked with rustic, farm-style signs. Mature trees fill the area, and some residents enjoy vineyards in their backyards. Many residents enjoy mountain and city views.
Los Ranchitos mainly consists of farms, ranches and mansions.
Many homeowners in Los Ranchitos have ample land space and own farm animals like horses.
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A garden of roses, an alpaca farm and nearby golf courses
Locals here often head on the horse trails for some time outside, but Los Ranchitos is also home to unique outdoor spaces. Flower lovers head to the Rose Haven Heritage Garden to walk through the 3.4 acres that over 2000 roses call home. Visitors enjoy areas like the romantic roses and gazebo section and the perfume garden. In the middle of the garden is a small pond filled with lilies and tadpoles, offering a serene feel to the area. Those wanting to get their hands dirty can join the Rose Society to help with youth gardening outreach, planning events, and maintaining the park. Those wanting to see or purchase fluffy alpacas head to Temecula Valley Alpacas. The farm is also home to a store that sells yarn and garden supplies. Golf lovers wanting to practice their aim will be near both the Redhawk Golf Club and Temeku Hills Golf and Country Club. Locals can take advantage of small community parks scattered throughout the area, and just north of Los Ranchitos is the Ronald Reagan Sports Park, a sprawling complex with athletic fields, a community center, a children’s play area and space for picnics and barbecues.
Locals can enjoy the beauty found at the Rose Haven Heritage Garden.
Los Ranchitos locals can practice their aim at Red Hawk Golf Club.
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Temecula Valley Unified School District
Students can attend private schools or schools in the Temecula Valley Unified School District, which is ranked as the second-best school district in Riverside County. Some students are zoned for Vail Elementary, which received a B-plus rating on Niche, Margarita Middle, which received an A-minus rating on Niche and Temecula Valley High, which received an A rating on Niche. The high school features career and technical education classes in areas like engineering and tourism. It is also home to a native plant nursery project.
A view of the Vail Elementary School buildings from the street.
One of the newer schools in Temecula is Margarita Middle School.
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Temecula Valley Hospital serves the Los Ranchitos community.
A car (and horse) dependent area
Los Ranchitos is a car (and horse) dependent area with minimal public transportation. Locals here have easy access to the Temecula Valley Hospital and De Portola Medical Center, which are right in the neighborhood, making commutes easy for medical professionals here. Travelers can take the 40-mile drive via Interstate 15 to the McClellan-Palomar Airport, and downtown Temecula is just around a mile away for those wanting to explore some of the city’s shops
Wineries and old western-inspired shops
Locals here are in the heart of wine country, making events like the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival just around 13 miles away, and dozens of Temecula Valley wineries are found just around 6 miles northeast of Los Ranchitos. Callaway Vineyard & Winery offers visitors award-winning wines with views of rolling hills beyond the vineyard. For food out, many head to nearby Old Town Temecula, which features rustic old western buildings, unique eateries, and antique shops. The Gambling Cowboy brings a rustic feel to a fine dining experience. Patrons of this steak house sit under a wooden ceiling amid rustic décor featuring horseshoes and taxidermy mounts. Those who dine on the balcony enjoy city-filled views. Tea and spice lovers can find over 250 spices at Temecula Spice and Tea Merchants. At Old Town Antique Fair, shoppers find anything from comic books to estate jewelry. Shopping centers are located all around Los Ranchitos’ borders, making grocery stops at places like Sprouts just a short drive away. Just north of the community is the Promenade Temecula Shopping Mall.
Indulge in a sensory experience at Old Town Spice & Tea Merchants.
Shop for unique and exotic flavors at Old Town Spice & Tea Merchants.
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Parks in this Area
Pala Community Park
Basketball
Football
Picnic Area
Ronald Reagan Sports Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Grills
John Magee Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Rose Haven Heritage Garden
Trails
Botanical Gardens
Rotary Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Captain Aaron J. Contreras Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Los Ranchitos
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Los Ranchitos Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Los Ranchitos, Temecula sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Los Ranchitos, Temecula over the last 12 months is $1,515,000, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,089
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,112
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,093
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.9%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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