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Irvine

Known for being one of the safest cities in the U.S., Irvine, California is a highly sought-after place to live. With a population of just over 300,000 and over 30 wonderful communities, Irvine is considered to be one of the best places to live in California. There are fantastic restaurants, shops, and so many things to do everywhere you turn!

Deciding where to live can be a bit overwhelming, especially because there are so many great neighborhoods in Irvine.

Explore homes for sale in Irvine, California. 

Best Neighborhoods In Irvine, Ca
Northwood

Northwood features tons of parks and distinctive architecture. Homes for sale in Northwood Irvine CA are primarily Mediterranean style architecture including single-story, two-story, and townhomes. Parks nearby provide easy access to hiking, kayaking, and other water sports. There are also several restaurants, cafes and more within walking distance.

A lot of Irvine real estate within Northwood has been remodeled in the past few years.

Orchard Hills

If you are interested in new homes for sale in Irvine, CA, then you’ll want to take a look at Orchard Hills. Tucked into the foothills, Orchard Hills is the northernmost Irvine community featuring grand luxury estates. New home developments in this community were geared specifically toward multi-family living, with several homes for sale featuring guesthouses and other convenient floor plans.

Featuring stunning natural beauty, several homes are set atop picturesque hillsides. Spacious great rooms and glass doors opening to panoramic views are common among Orchard Hills homes for sale. There are actually a total of 12 master-planned neighborhoods within the community, each set against the backdrop of working avocado groves.

Woodbridge

Woodbridge is an extremely close-knit community within Irvine. Including approximately 9,500 homes, nearly 40 parks and pools, two lakes, two beach clubs, 24 tennis courts, and tons of other amenities for residents to enjoy. Homes for sale in Woodbridge Irvine CA include condos, townhomes, and spacious single-family homes.

From the “Summer in the Parks” concert series, to the outdoor festivals and community classes, it is the people and sense of community that make this neighborhood so special. Within the community is also the Woodbridge Village Center, which just recently underwent a major renovation with an expanded center courtyard with dining and activities providing views of the lake.

University Park

Named for his proximity to UCI, University Park was one of the first communities built in Irvine back in 1965. Homes for sale in University Park Irvine CA make great investment properties because of the college as well. University Park is such a popular Irvine neighborhood because prices are comparatively affordable and the community is located just off the 405 freeway for easy access to all of Orange County.

As one of the first Irvine villages built, most of these homes no longer include Mello-Roos taxes – i.e. taxes to repay bonds used to build the community. Nearly all homes have them in cities like Irvine, Aliso Viejo and Ladera Ranch, but they do come to an end.

Turtle Rock

There is an actual turtle shaped rock in Turtle Rock. This quiet and private community is tucked on the south side of Irvine and gets its name from a huge rock formation that strongly resembles a turtle. Built in 1970, this community includes nearly 20 smaller neighborhoods with a wide range of real estate.

Homes for sale in Turtle Rock range from condos to luxury estates, worth upwards of several million dollars. Near the Newport Beach city limits, it borders Campus Drive by the UCI campus as well. Students living in Turtle Rock are within walking distance to both Turtle Rock Elementary School and University High School.

Woodbury

Originally built in 2005, consisting of 4,155 units in Irvine, Woodbury residents enjoy resort-style amenities including; 14 parks, seven pools, a recreation center, tennis courts, basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, tot lot, and picnic areas. Upcoming community events include a summer kick off for the last day of school at the Lagoon pool with free food, DJ, photo booth, and games.

Woodbury Irvine homes for sale are very popular among young homebuyers with children because of the strong sense of community and plenty of family focused events. Woodbury Town Center is centrally located within the community and includes everything residents need from eateries and services to HomeGoods and Trader Joe’s.

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