Orange County, California
Lake Forest Real Estate and Local Guide
Affluent suburban city in Orange County's Saddleback Valley, made up largely of planned residential developments. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Lake Forest best.
About the area
Living in Lake Forest, CA
Incorporated in 1991 and named for man-made lakes and eucalyptus groves planted in the early 1900s; formerly known as El Toro.
The housing market
Homes in Lake Forest
- About 71% of homes are owner-occupied, reflecting an established suburban community.
- Roughly 53% of housing units are single-family detached homes, with the balance in townhomes and condominiums.
- The median home value is about $876,300.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Lake Forest home
Heritage Hill Historical Park
Historic park featuring the 1863 Jose Serrano Adobe
Etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest
One of the largest public skateparks in the United States
Saddleback Church
One of the largest evangelical churches in the United States
Lake Forest Sports Park and Recreation Center
86-acre sports and recreation complex that opened in 2014
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Foothill wilderness park with hiking and mountain biking trails
Neighborhoods
Lake Forest areas to know
Foothill Ranch
Master-planned community at the base of the Saddleback Mountains
Portola Hills
Hillside community bordering Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Baker Ranch
Newer master-planned community with its own community park
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.