Why Live in Windsor Village
Windsor Village in Santa Ana is a compact, community-focused neighborhood featuring a central greenspace and gently curving streets that limit through-traffic. This peaceful Orange County suburb offers residents convenient access to local amenities, including the Heritage Museum, Santa Ana Zoo, and the freeway to John Wayne Airport. The trendy Downtown Santa Ana Historic District is just a couple of miles away, and Disneyland is about 8 miles from the neighborhood. The area is known for its midcentury single-level homes, primarily built in the 1960s, with small front yards and decorative fencing. North of the neighborhood, condominiums and townhouses from the early 2000s are also available. Windsor Village is served by the Santa Ana Unified School District, which has a high overall rating. The neighborhood features Windsor Park, a 10-acre recreational area with playgrounds, picnic spots, and sports courts. Nearby, the nearly 70-acre Centennial Regional Park offers additional amenities, including a man-made lake, soccer complex, and skate park. Residents enjoy local dining options like Shakey’s Pizza Parlor and the popular Three Roots Mexican Cocina, which hosts family-oriented events and live music. The neighborhood is also close to South Coast Plaza, a premier shopping destination, and the oceanfront attractions of Newport and Huntington Beach, both within 10 miles. Public transit provided by the Orange County Transportation Authority connects Windsor Village to John Wayne Airport, approximately 7 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Windsor Village a good place to live?
Windsor Village is a good place to live. Windsor Village is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Windsor Village is an urban core neighborhood. Windsor Village has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 29.5 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $97,178 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Windsor Village are home owners, with 46.3% of residents renting and 53.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Windsor Village can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Windsor Village neighborhood guide.
Is Windsor Village, CA a safe neighborhood?
Windsor Village, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Windsor Village?
The median home price in Windsor Village is $699,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $139,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,630 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $156K a year to afford the median home price in Windsor Village. The average household income in Windsor Village is $97K.
What are the best public schools in Windsor Village?
The best public schools that serve Windsor Village are:
What are the best private schools in Windsor Village?
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Home Trends in Windsor Village, CA
On average, homes in Windsor Village, Santa Ana sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Windsor Village, Santa Ana over the last 12 months is $689,000, up 84% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$689,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$680,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$558,888
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$485,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$561
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$699,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
84%