San Juan Capistrano Neighborhood

Is Rancho Mission Viejo East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in San Juan Capistrano, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe50

Medium16

Low39

Other364

36 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape4

Child involved31

Assault3

Other2

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, emergency units are dispatched for a possible stroke patient at a residence near Mira Verde in Laguna Niguel.	Mira Verde, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel respond to a report of smoke in the area near Avenida La Pata and Avenida Vista Hermosa in San Clemente.	Avenida Vista Hermosa & Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92673	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Landing Street with a reported 4 Mike 19-31 response.	Landing, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As 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 92677	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to an urgent care clinic on Rancho Viejo Road for a reported ill patient.	Rancho Viejo Rd Ste 200, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible chest pain medical call near Armada Drive in Dana Point. Units were directed to respond on channel 5 Echo under incident number 1359.	Armada Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As 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 92691	Rescue / Technical Rescue
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a person fell at Seacrest Senior Apartment Homes near Rancho Viejo Road, apartment F. Emergency unit Foxtrot 102 was dispatched.	Rancho Viejo Rd f, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible seizure patient in front of a fast-food restaurant on Camino Capistrano, across from Avery Parkway.	Camino Capistrano, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported ringing alarm at an apartment unit on Lantern Hill Drive in Dana Point.	Lantern Hill Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629	Fire

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Median Home Price

$2,475,756

Average Rent

$4,876

Vacancy Rate

3.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Rancho Mission Viejo East is a remote neighborhood in San Juan Capistrano, CA, with mostly medium to large single-family homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.

The median home price is $2,475,756 and average rent is $4,876, both above California medians. Vacancy rates are low at 3.1%, indicating strong demand.

The community is wealthy and executive-driven, with notable Korean language presence and diverse ancestries including Eastern European and Lebanese.

RemoteEstablished HomesExecutive Lifestyle

Quick Facts

Bicycle Commute Rate	4.2%

Housing market and real estate character

Rancho Mission Viejo East offers mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments with high owner occupancy and low vacancy.

Housing Age (1970-1999)	Majority
Owner Occupied Rate

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand or limited supply.

Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, offering established housing stock.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood supports a wealthy, executive population with a notable share of bicycle commuters.

Active Lifestyle — Higher bicycle commuting rate reflects active transportation choices among residents.

Executive/Professional Occupations	55.4%
Children Below Poverty Line	2.7%
Bicycle Commute Rate	4.2%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Share	55.4%
Child Poverty Rate	2.7%
Income Rank	Higher than 91.8% of U.S. neighborhoods
Eastern European Ancestry	5.3%
Lebanese Ancestry	3.2%
Korean Speakers	6.1%
Foreign Born	null

Commute

Most residents drive alone, with a notable share walking or carpooling. Commute times are generally shorter than average.

Rancho Mission Viejo East residents enjoy short commutes with high rates of solo driving and active transportation.

Short Commutes — 41.0% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.

Active Commuting — Higher than average walking and bicycling rates.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	73.8%
Walk to Work Rate	8.4%
Carpool Rate	5.7%

Homes for sale near 92675

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$799,000

2 bd | 2 ba | 1,095 sqft

30611 Calle Chueca

San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675