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Single Family Homes For Sale in Laguna Hills
Single family homes in Laguna Hills range from around $800,000 for entry-level properties to $3M and above in Nellie Gail Ranch, with a median near $1.1M to $1.2M. I track this market as part of my weekly Orange County housing report and can tell you what is active, what just went pending, and what comparable homes have sold for. Call or text any time: 949-430-7500
Single Family Homes in Laguna Hills
Laguna Hills is a small, well-established city in South Orange County, incorporated in 1991 and bordered by Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Laguna Beach. It sits at a practical South County crossroads, with 5 and 73 freeway access and proximity to both the coast and the employment corridors of the Irvine Spectrum. The city has a consistent, family-oriented character with neighborhoods that have been well-maintained over decades, and it offers a more accessible price point than neighboring Laguna Niguel while sharing much of the same South County lifestyle and school district quality.
Nellie Gail Ranch is the neighborhood that most defines Laguna Hills for buyers who seek it out specifically. It is one of South Orange County's recognized equestrian communities, with horse trails throughout, stables, a swim and tennis club, and a neighborhood association that keeps the community actively connected. Homes in Nellie Gail sit on larger lots than the rest of the city and appeal to buyers who want equestrian access in an established, well-organized setting. Moulton Ranch and Indian Hill are the city's main family neighborhoods, with well-rated elementary and intermediate schools and solid single family inventory at prices that make Laguna Hills competitive with neighboring cities on a value-per-square-foot basis. Central Laguna Hills rounds out the city's residential fabric with established tracts at accessible price points.
All of Laguna Hills is served by Saddleback Valley Unified School District. Laguna Hills High School is the city's primary high school, and SVUSD's well-regarded elementary and intermediate campuses serve the different neighborhoods across the city. For current market data, see the live Laguna Hills market report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What price range should I expect for a single family home in Laguna Hills?
Entry-level single family homes in Laguna Hills start around $800,000 to $900,000 for smaller or older properties in Central Laguna Hills and the established tracts. The widest band of inventory sits between $900,000 and $1.4M, covering most three and four bedroom homes in Moulton Ranch and Indian Hill. Nellie Gail Ranch commands a premium, with most homes ranging from mid-$1M to $3M and above depending on lot size and equestrian improvements. The citywide median for single family homes is approximately $1.1M to $1.2M, making Laguna Hills one of the more accessible cities in South Orange County relative to the size and quality of homes available.
What is Nellie Gail Ranch and why do buyers seek it out?
Nellie Gail Ranch is Laguna Hills' most distinctive neighborhood and one of the recognized equestrian communities in South Orange County. The community has dedicated horse trails, stables, a swim and tennis club, and a strong homeowner association that runs community events throughout the year. Homes here sit on larger lots than the rest of the city and range from mid-$1M to $3M and above. Buyers who specifically want equestrian access in an established, well-organized South County setting target Nellie Gail Ranch directly, in the same way that buyers in San Juan Capistrano seek out that city's horse-friendly zoning areas. The neighborhood's combination of trail access, community amenities, and SVUSD schools makes it a durable segment of the Laguna Hills market.
What schools serve Laguna Hills CA?
Laguna Hills is served by Saddleback Valley Unified School District, which holds an A rating and is consistently regarded as one of the stronger mid-sized districts in South Orange County. Laguna Hills High School is the city's primary high school. La Paz Intermediate and Los Alisos Intermediate serve middle school students in different parts of the city, and well-regarded elementary schools including Valencia, Linda Vista, and San Joaquin Elementary serve the younger grades in their respective neighborhoods. SVUSD's consistent quality across Laguna Hills means buyers do not need to filter by school boundary within the city the way they would in a district-split city like Mission Viejo or Rancho Santa Margarita.
How does Laguna Hills compare to Laguna Niguel for buyers?
The two cities are adjacent and share a similar South County lifestyle, but they differ in price level, school district, and neighborhood profile. Laguna Niguel's median is higher and includes luxury tiers like Bear Brand Ranch that push its average up significantly. Laguna Hills is more uniformly mid-range, with fewer gated luxury communities and a lower median, which makes it a practical choice for buyers who want South County access at a more accessible price point. On schools, Laguna Niguel is entirely within Capistrano Unified while Laguna Hills is entirely within Saddleback Valley Unified. Both are strong districts, but buyers with a specific preference should factor that into the comparison. On a value-per-square-foot basis, Laguna Hills regularly gives buyers more home for the money than comparable properties across the city line in Laguna Niguel.
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Last updated: June 2026
Laguna Hills Single Family Homes for Sale
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