North Real Estate currently number 18 active listings with a median asking price of $779,950 (CRMLS, September 2026).
North real estate in Laguna Hills centers on North Laguna Hills, the residential area covering the northern portion of the city. As of June 14, 2026, it carries 10 active listings — tied with Nellie Gail Ranch for the deepest inventory of any Laguna Hills community covered here — with a median list price of $777,000, an average of $599.11 per square foot, and 28 average days on market. That median ranks sixth in the city, above Laguna Village at $757,500 and Lomas Laguna at $680,000, and well below Laguna Terrace at $1,325,000.
Housing here is a mix of single-family homes and attached product spread across several smaller tracts, so what you see varies tract to tract rather than following one uniform style. The $599.11 per-square-foot average also ranks sixth, above Aliso Place’s $547.17 and below Moulton Ranch’s $652.36 — a moderate price point for the area. With 10 listings and a 28-day average, you get real selection without a slow market.
Buyers drawn to North Laguna Hills are typically seeking a wide selection of homes at a moderate price point, with the area’s 10 active listings and 28-day average days-on-market offering both breadth of choice and a reasonably brisk pace.
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North Laguna Hills covers the northern portion of the city, encompassing a mix of single-family homes and attached housing across several smaller tracts rather than a single defined community.
North Laguna Hills’ housing stock spans single-family homes and attached townhomes and condos across several smaller tracts, giving buyers a wider range of choices than in some of Laguna Hills’ more uniformly developed communities.
North Laguna Hills’ 10 active listings tie Nellie Gail Ranch for the deepest inventory of any Laguna Hills community covered here, giving buyers the widest current selection in the city at a more moderate price point than Nellie Gail Ranch’s estate homes. CRMLS listing data shows active listings in North Laguna Hills running from $299,900 to $1,275,000, with a median list price of $749,900 (15 active listings as of August 29, 2026).
North Laguna Hills’ $777,000 median list price and 28-day average days-on-market position it as a moderately priced, reasonably fast-moving option within Laguna Hills’ broader market. CRMLS listing data shows homes currently listed in North Laguna Hills ranging from 841 to 2,093 square feet, with a median of 1,460 (15 active listings as of August 29, 2026).
North Laguna Hills’s condominium association manages the community’s common areas, building exteriors, and shared infrastructure on behalf of all unit owners. HOA fees at North Laguna Hills cover landscaping of common areas, exterior building painting and repairs, community amenities maintenance, and master insurance policies for the structure. Individual unit owners are responsible for interior maintenance, personal property, and their own liability insurance. Prospective buyers should request the current HOA budget, reserve study, and any pending special assessments before making an offer, as these documents provide the most accurate picture of the community’s financial health.
North Laguna Hills attracts Laguna Hills buyers who specifically value the combination of community-scale living and Laguna Hills’s broader lifestyle access. The community’s condominium community character makes it particularly appealing to buyers who are downsizing from larger single-family homes and want to simplify exterior maintenance while maintaining a residential feel rather than transitioning to a high-rise or generic apartment complex. Families with school-age children benefit from Saddleback Valley Unified School District assignments, specifically the Laguna Hills High School pathway, which serves most of Laguna Hills’s residential areas.
Homes in North Laguna Hills were built as part of a planned development with a defined set of floor plans, though individual owners have modified their units over time through permitted additions and interior reconfigurations. Standard floor plans at North Laguna Hills range from to . Most homes feature two-car garage parking, with some units offering additional driveway or community visitor parking. Buyers interested in specific floor plans should ask The Knight Group for a list of what has sold in North Laguna Hills over the past 12 to 24 months to understand what plan types come available and at what price range.
North Laguna Hills falls within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District (SVUSD), one of the city’s most consistently cited draws for families (source: SVUSD). Confirm the exact school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Laguna Hills is served by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) (source: OCFA). As a largely flat, fully built-out residential area, North Laguna Hills’ wildfire-hazard profile is relatively low, though buyers should confirm the fire hazard severity zone for any specific address, particularly near the city’s northern edge bordering open space. Buyers should pull the fire hazard severity zone disclosure for the specific address and get an insurance quote early given current California homeowners insurance market conditions.
The Moulton Niguel Water District (MNWD) provides water service to most of Laguna Hills, but North Laguna Hills’ position near the Laguna Woods and Lake Forest borders means some addresses here fall within the El Toro Water District (ETWD) service area, which covers about 21% of Laguna Hills (source: Moulton Niguel Water District, El Toro Water District). Confirm the water provider for the specific address.
North Laguna Hills’ inland position gives it the marine-layer pattern typical of Laguna Hills, with warmer summer afternoons and cooler evenings than Orange County’s coastal cities.
North Laguna Hills sits near the city’s northern edge, with access to Moulton Parkway and the I-5 and 405 freeway junction, and proximity to the Laguna Woods and Lake Forest borders.
Retail centers in Laguna Hills include the Laguna Hills Mall on El Toro Road and the retail corridor along Moulton Parkway. The Aliso Viejo Town Center is immediately adjacent to the north and provides significant dining and retail options. For upscale dining and retail, Laguna Beach’s canyon communities are 15 minutes southwest. South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa is 25 to 30 minutes north.
Laguna Hills offers strong freeway connectivity via I-5 and the 73 Toll Road, providing direct access to Irvine’s employment center in approximately 20 minutes under normal conditions. The Metrolink Inland Empire-Orange County line serves nearby Mission Viejo. John Wayne Airport is approximately 20 minutes north. Los Angeles is 50 to 70 minutes depending on conditions.
North Laguna Hills residents have direct access to Laguna Hills’s outdoor recreation infrastructure. 30 minutes to Laguna Beach or Dana Point provide the primary beach destinations within or near Laguna Hills. Laguna Hills is a planned residential city developed primarily in the 1970s and 1980s, with a mix of single-family tracts, condominium communities, and townhome developments on hillside terrain. Parks within or adjacent to North Laguna Hills include , with additional county and state parks accessible within a 10 to 15-minute drive.
As of June 14, 2026, North Laguna Hills carries 10 active listings, an average of 28 days on market, an average price of $599.11 per square foot, and a median list price of $777,000 (source: RubyHome MLS data, June 14, 2026).
North Laguna Hills’ $777,000 median list price ranks sixth of any Laguna Hills community covered here, above Laguna Village’s $757,500 and Lomas Laguna’s $680,000, and below Laguna Terrace’s $1,325,000. Its $599.11 per-square-foot average ranks sixth, above Aliso Place’s $547.17 and below Moulton Ranch’s $652.36.
With 10 active listings, North Laguna Hills ties Nellie Gail Ranch for the deepest inventory of any Laguna Hills community covered here. Its 28-day average days-on-market is faster than Laguna Village’s 33 days and Lomas Laguna’s 41 days, and slower than Moulton Ranch’s 20 days.
A wide selection of homes at a moderate price point drives demand for North Laguna Hills, appealing to buyers who want choice and a reasonably brisk pace without the price premium of the city’s estate communities.
Homes in North Laguna Hills have historically traded in the range of $700,000 to $2.5M, though active listing prices at any given time reflect current market conditions and the specific floor plan, renovation level, and positioning within the community. Properties with view corridors, premium lot positions, or significant interior upgrades trade at the upper end of the community’s range, while standard-condition homes on interior lots represent the entry point. Buyers should request a detailed comparable sales analysis from The Knight Group before making any offer, as the North Laguna Hills market is small enough that a few recent transactions can significantly influence perceived value.
Laguna Hills represents one of south Orange County’s more accessible price tiers for buyers entering the region’s residential market. The city’s established infrastructure, school system, and central location within the south OC employment corridor create consistent buyer demand. Properties in gated and hillside communities within Laguna Hills carry premiums of 10% to 20% over standard tract homes within the same school zone, reflecting the added privacy and often more significant lot positions that hillside communities provide.
Laguna Hills attracts buyers who prioritize practical residential value over coastal premium. Families with school-age children benefit from the Saddleback Valley Unified school system, one of the stronger performing districts in Orange County. Move-up buyers from surrounding cities like Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, and Foothill Ranch often look to Laguna Hills as their first purchase in a more established neighborhood context. Remote workers for whom freeway access is more important than beach proximity find Laguna Hills a strong value relative to Laguna Beach or Dana Point.
Laguna Hills has participated in south Orange County’s long-term appreciation cycle without the volatility that can accompany coastal premium markets. Properties in gated communities within Laguna Hills have shown consistent demand from owner-occupants, as opposed to investor buyers, which supports price stability and neighbor quality. HOA-managed communities in Laguna Hills tend to have well-maintained common areas and consistent aesthetic standards. Within North Laguna Hills specifically, turnover tends to be lower than in open-market neighborhoods because residents who choose HOA-managed communities often have longer ownership horizons. This lower inventory turnover means that when a North Laguna Hills home comes available, it faces significant buyer interest and typically does not remain on market for extended periods. Buyers who want to position themselves for off-market North Laguna Hills opportunities should engage The Knight Group early, as the best transactions in tight communities like North Laguna Hills often happen before a property is formally listed.
A portion of North Laguna Hills’s residential transactions occur off-market or through agent-to-agent channels before formal MLS listing. The Knight Group’s active presence in Laguna Hills’s luxury community market and its access to Compass Private Exclusives provide buyers with a view of North Laguna Hills inventory that does not appear on Zillow, Redfin, or other consumer portals. For buyers who are specifically targeting North Laguna Hills as their community of choice, The Knight Group can provide proactive outreach to current residents who may be considering a move before they formally list their property.
North Laguna Hills is a residential area covering the northern portion of the city, with a mix of single-family homes and attached housing across several smaller tracts.
As of June 14, 2026, North Laguna Hills has 10 active listings with a median list price of $777,000 and an average of $599.11 per square foot, tied with Nellie Gail Ranch for the deepest inventory of any Laguna Hills community covered here (source: RubyHome MLS data, June 14, 2026).
North Laguna Hills falls within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, one of the city’s most consistently cited draws for families.
Most of Laguna Hills, including North Laguna Hills, is served by the Moulton Niguel Water District, but a portion near the Laguna Woods and Lake Forest borders falls within the El Toro Water District service area. Confirm the water provider for the specific address.
North Laguna Hills’ $777,000 median list price is just above Laguna Village’s $757,500, and its $599.11 per-square-foot average is above Laguna Village’s $532.56, the lowest in Laguna Hills.
North Laguna Hills’ 28-day average days-on-market is faster than Laguna Village’s 33 days and Lomas Laguna’s 41 days, and slower than Moulton Ranch’s 20 days, putting it roughly mid-pack for Laguna Hills.
Browse other Laguna Hills neighborhoods: Laguna Hills Homes for Sale | Aliso Place | Amberhill | Castle Hill | Falcon Hill | Laguna Terrace | Laguna Village | Lomas Laguna | Moulton Ranch | Nellie Gail Ranch | Ridgefield | Shadow Run | Vista Firenze | Woodwinds
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