Aliso Viejo City Center

Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
87

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe57
Medium14
Low47
Other507

107 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape11
Child involved88
Assault13
Other7

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 12 is dispatched to a possible respiratory medical emergency at a residential building on Lake Forest Drive in Lake Forest.Lake Forest Dr building 4 unit 617, Lake Forest, CA 92630Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched for a possible stroke patient at a residence near Mira Verde in Laguna Niguel.Mira Verde, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible DUI involving a white Toyota Camry last seen traveling northbound on state route 133 near Laguna Canyon Road, with officers advised of a partial license plate.CA-133 & Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched for chest pain near Oakmont Place. Unit 5 responded to the scene.Oakmont Pl, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for abdominal pain was reported near Mithra Avenue. Cargo Engine 19 was dispatched to the scene.Mithra Ave, Mission Viejo, CA 92691Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible automatic smoke detector alarm at a treatment hospital near Pacific Park Drive in Aliso Viejo. A separate call mentioned a possible diabetic medical emergency on Stanton Avenue.Pacific Park Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to a possible chest pain incident near Corsica Road.Corsica Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible cardiac arrest near a hotel along Coast Highway in Laguna Beach.Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible allergic reaction occurred near Oak Grove at Canyon Point Apartments, apartment (number withheld).Oak Grove Unit 317, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported worker trapped in an elevator at a department store in a Mission Viejo shopping mall.The Shops Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691Rescue / Technical Rescue

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Median Home Price
$855,952
Average Rent
$4,367
Vacancy Rate
5.6%

Overview of Aliso Viejo City Center

Aliso Viejo City Center is an urban neighborhood in Aliso Viejo, California, with a median home price of $855,952.

The average rent is $4,367, higher than 78.7% of California neighborhoods.

Vacancy rate is 5.6%, lower than 61.2% of American neighborhoods, indicating steady demand.

The neighborhood has a high proportion of row houses and attached homes, making up 40.2% of the housing stock.

UrbanRow HousesEstablished HousingMilitary Presence

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate5.6%

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock is dominated by row houses and attached homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.

Row Houses and Attached Homes40.2%
Housing Age (1970-1999)82.5%
Owner vs Renter OccupiedMixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

Better suited for first-time home buyers than 87.4% of California neighborhoods.
Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, offering uniform housing age.

Families and Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a notable military presence and a high concentration of divorcees.

Military presence shapes neighborhood culture.
Diverse household types including many divorcees.
Military Community — Higher proportion of military personnel than most neighborhoods.
Diverse Household Composition — Notably high concentration of divorcees.
Military Employment2.0%
Divorcee ConcentrationHigher than 95.3% of US neighborhoods

Demographics and Culture

Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations49.4%
Childhood Poverty Rate24.2%
Income RankAbove average income
Foreign Born24.3%
Top Languages["English (69.0%)","Spanish","Persian (6.1%)","Korean"]
Top Ancestries["Asian (15.1%)","Mexican (13.6%)","English (12.8%)","Irish (12.7%)","German (8.0%)","Iranian (1.5%)","Belgian (0.6%)"]

Commute Patterns

Most residents have a short commute and primarily drive alone to work.

Aliso Viejo City Center offers manageable commute times with a majority of residents driving alone.

Short Commutes — 44.1% of commuters spend between 15 and 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car-Dependent — Most residents rely on private automobiles for commuting.
Main Commute Time15 to 30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate65.2
Carpool Rate13

Homes for sale near 92656

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$565,000
1 bd | 2 ba | 1,042 sqft
26701 Quail Crk APT 261
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$557,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 792 sqft
22681 Oakgrove Unit 233
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$1,299,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,896 sqft
15 Cumberland Ln
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$699,888
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,132 sqft
23412 Pacific Park Dr Unit 18I
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$2,599,900
5 bd | 5 ba | 3,541 sqft
16 Sunswept Mesa
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$775,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,172 sqft
4 Harvest Point Ln
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$2,299,900
5 bd | 3 ba | 3,327 sqft
30 Sunswept Mesa
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$1,299,999
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,806 sqft
29 Vista Del Canon
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$2,450,000
4 bd | 5 ba | 3,246 sqft
84 Summerland Cir
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$549,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 750 sqft
22681 Oakgrove Unit 635
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$689,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 947 sqft
23412 Pacific Park Dr Unit 6A
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$1,750,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,249 sqft
37 Northern Pine Loop
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$680,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 988 sqft
24352 Berrendo APT 4
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$599,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 823 sqft
4 Woodcrest Ln APT 326
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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$544,999
1 bd | 1 ba | 824 sqft
26701 Quail Crk APT 299
Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of housing is common in Aliso Viejo City Center?

Row houses and attached homes make up 40.2% of the housing stock.

Is this neighborhood suitable for first-time home buyers?

Yes, it is better suited for first-time buyers than 87.4% of California neighborhoods.

What is the commute like?

Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes, primarily driving alone.

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