Las Flores North, CA
Is Las Flores North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe29
Medium13
Low25
Other278
53 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape9
Child involved39
Assault6
Other6
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched for an apparent medical emergency involving an unconscious person in a room at a location on Saxon Road in Lake Forest. | Saxon Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched for abdominal pain near the bluff side of Santa Margarita Beach at the group camp. | Avenida De Los Fundadores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic collision with injuries near Forest Drive and Trabuco Road. Emergency units are responding on channel 5 Delta 16. | Trabuco Rd & Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 92691 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible collision between a vehicle and a bicyclist near Via Aurora in Mission Viejo. The call reportedly included an alarm or injury concern. | Via Aurora, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to a possible chest pain incident near Corsica Road. | Corsica Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 45 is dispatched for a possible medical emergency involving an ill patient near San Mateo in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. | San Mateo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a call about emotional distress was reported in the lobby of Extended Stay America on Lake Forest Drive. Responders acknowledged the call. | Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel were sent to a possible automatic fire alarm at a hotel on Portola Parkway in Foothill Ranch, with units responding on channel 5 Delta. | Portola Pkwy, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for abdominal pain was reported near Via Victoria. Engine 31 was dispatched to the scene. | Via Victoria, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,143,833
Average Rent
$4,667
Vacancy Rate
4%
Overview
Las Flores North is a suburban neighborhood in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, with a median home price of $1,143,833 and average rent of $4,667.
The housing is mostly single-family homes and townhomes built between 1970 and 1999, with a low vacancy rate of 4.0% and strong owner occupancy.
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Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Las Flores North features mostly small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, primarily built between 1970 and 1999.
| Built 1970-1999 | 84.6% |
|---|---|
| Rowhouses/Attached Homes | 35.6% |
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, creating a cohesive neighborhood look.
Low vacancy and strong owner occupancy indicate a stable market with potential for appreciation.
Families & Lifestyle
Las Flores North is known for its wealthy residents, executive lifestyles, and very low child poverty rate.
The neighborhood attracts wealthy, educated professionals and executives.
Spacious homes and strong community income support a high quality of life.
Executive Living — Ranked better than 92.1% of California neighborhoods for executive lifestyle.
Family-Friendly — No children live below the poverty line, indicating strong family support.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 7.9% in California |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 57.1% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 92.7% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born | 25.4% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (16.8%)","English (16.1%)","Irish (12.8%)","Asian (12.3%)","German (11.8%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (77.1%)","Spanish","Tagalog","Persian (1.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, with a majority driving alone and a significant carpool rate.
Las Flores North offers manageable commutes with a car-dependent lifestyle and notable carpooling.
Short Commutes — Most commuters spend between 15 and 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone, with a higher than average carpool rate.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 64.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 15.1% |
Homes for sale near 92688
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,099,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,603 sqft
237 Montana Del Lago Dr
Trabuco Canyon, CA, 92678
$1,029,000
4 bd | 3 ba | 1,603 sqft
205 Montana Del Lago Dr
Trabuco Canyon, CA, 92678
$1,129,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,397 sqft
44 Willowbrook Ln
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$825,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,230 sqft
189 Encantado Cyn
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$889,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,160 sqft
104 Seacountry Ln
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$799,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,344 sqft
12 Montana Del Lago Dr #168
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$1,030,000
4 bd | 3 ba | 1,696 sqft
243 Seacountry Ln
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$1,299,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,168 sqft
33 Calle Del Norte
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
$1,069,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,503 sqft
5 Calle Del Norte
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical housing in Las Flores North?
Mostly small to medium single-family homes and townhomes built between 1970 and 1999.
How is the neighborhood's economic status?
It is a wealthy neighborhood with very low child poverty and a high executive lifestyle ranking.