Murrieta, CA
Is Mahogany Hills / Spencers Crossing a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Murrieta, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Median Home Price
$837,509
Average Rent
$6,377
Vacancy Rate
1%
Neighborhood Overview
Mahogany Hills / Spencers Crossing is a suburban neighborhood in Murrieta, California, known for its newer, large single-family homes and townhomes built mostly since 2000.
The area has a low vacancy rate of 1.0%, indicating tight housing supply, and is more family-friendly than 96.6% of California neighborhoods with strong public schools and owner-occupied homes.
SuburbanNewer HomesFamily-FriendlyLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Family-Friendly Rank | Top 3.4% in California |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Mahogany Hills / Spencers Crossing features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with a dominant share built since 2000.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Newer Homes (Built 2000+) | 95.8% |
| Large Homes (4+ Bedrooms) | High |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood is dominated by homes built since 2000, offering modern design and amenities.
High concentration of large homes suits families needing space.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is highly family-friendly with top schools, low child poverty, and a strong community feel.
Top public schools support academic success.
Owner-occupied single-family homes foster community stability.
High college-educated parent share influences local education quality.
Military Presence — Higher proportion of residents active in the military than 96.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Family-Friendly Rank | Top 3.4% in California |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 45.6% |
|---|---|
| College Educated Rate | |
| Income Rank | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Dominican Ancestry | 5.0% |
| Foreign Born Rate | 14.8% |
| Top Languages | ["English (78.6%)","Spanish","Tagalog (7.7%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have longer commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling.
The neighborhood's commute patterns reflect suburban living with reliance on private vehicles and longer travel times.
Longer Commutes — 38.5% of workers commute between 45 minutes and one hour.
Car Dependency — Majority drive alone, with a notable share carpooling.
| Main Commute Time | 45 to 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $837,509.
How family-friendly is the neighborhood?
It ranks among the top 3.4% most family-friendly neighborhoods in California.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is low at 1.0%, indicating tight housing supply.