Surrounding Areas in Rancho Santa Fe

Del Mar Country Club

  • Del Mar Country Club is a guard-gated golf community on 266 acres
  • 108 custom homes from 4000-10,000 sq. ft. and ranging in price from $2.5-$7 million
  • Lot sizes range from ½ acre to 3+ acres
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary School, Earl Warren Middle School,
  • High Schools: Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
  • The focal point of Del Mar Country Club is a 50,000 sq. ft. clubhouse offering an immaculate Joseph Lee Golf Course, tennis courts, and Olympic pool. The architectural review committee has approved Mediterranean, Traditional, and Country French architecture.

Fairbanks Highlands (92130)

  • Fairbanks Highlands is a gated community of 92 homes ranging from 3800-5800 sq. ft. on .7-4.0 acres with prices from $1.8-$2.5 million.
  • Poway Unified School District
  • Willow Grove Elementary
  • Black Mountain Middle School
  • Westview High School

Groves

  • The Groves is a gated community of 44 homes nestled among orange groves and hilly terrain.
  • Homes are 4000-5500 sq. ft. with lot sizes from 1-3 acres, and prices in the $1.4-$3 million range. Most homes are in the Rancho Santa Fe Elementary & Middle School Districts, with choice of Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, & Canyon Crest Academy but a few are in the Encinitas Union School District, San Dieguito Middle, and choice of La Costa Canyon, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy high schools.

Hacienda

  • Hacienda is an older subdivision of 134 homes (built in the 1970’s and 80’s) with a rural feel and lot sizes between 1-3 acres. Homes are 2500-6000 sq. ft., ranging from $1.3-$2 million. Located on the eastern end of Rancho Santa Fe.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy and Canyon Crest Academy high schools.

Las Villas (92024)

  • Las Villas is a gated community of 10 homes next to The Bridges. Home size ranges from 5,000-7,000 sq. ft. and sell in the $2 million range. Lot sizes are 1+ acres.
  • Encinitas Union Elementary School District, San Dieguito Middle School, and choice of La Costa Canyon, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy high schools.

Polo Club (92014)

  • The Polo Club is a gated community of 55 homes ranging from 2800-3200 sq. ft. with prices from $1.5-$2 million.
  • Skyline grades 4-6/Solana Vista grades K-3 or Solana Santa Fe Elementary,
  • Earl Warren Middle School, and choice of high schools: Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy

Rancho Del Lago

  • Rancho Del Lago is a guard-gated community of 43 larger estates, up to 20,000 sq. ft,
  • ranging from $3 million – $17 million. Lot sizes are 4+ acres.
  • Rancho Santa Fe Elementary and Middle Schools, and choice of Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy high schools.

Rancho Del Rio

  • Rancho Del Rio is a community of 71 homes built from the mid-1960’s to the early 1980’s. Ranging in size from 2500-4500 sq. ft., lots are on 1-3 acres and sale prices range from $1.5-$2 million.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of Torrey Pines,
  • San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy high schools.

Rancho La Cima

  • Rancho La Cima is a guard-gated community of 26 mostly Mediterranean-style homes, most of which were built in the mid-80’s or early ‘90’s. Ranging from
  • 5000-11,000 sq. ft., lots are 2+ acres and prices are from $1.7-$8 million.
  • Rancho Santa Fe Elementary and Middle School, with choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.

Rancho Pacifica (92130)

  • Rancho Pacifica is a guard-gated community of 92 homes from 5,000-12,000 sq. ft. on .3-1+ acres and ranging from $2.6 million – $10 million. These are large homes located high atop a hill off of San Dieguito Road, many with commanding views.
  • Elementary School, Middle School, and choice of high schools: Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.

Rancho Santa Fe Farms

  • Rancho Santa Fe Farms is a guard-gated golf community of 95 homes, ranging from 5000-8000 sq. ft.,with prices in the $2.5-$5 million range. Lot sizes are ½ acre – 1 acre.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.
  • Built around the Rancho Santa Fe Farms Golf Course, designed by Peter Dye and redesigned by Tom Lehman. this 127-acre, 6960 yard course is one of the most exclusive championship country clubs, attracting prestigious members who require privacy.

Rancho Santa Fe Lakes

  • Rancho Santa Fe Lakes is a gated community of 39 homes from 4000-5500 sq. ft. on 1-1.5
  • acre lots selling for $2+ million.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.

Rancho Santa Fe Meadows

  • Rancho Santa Fe Meadows is a gated community of 15 homes ranging in size from 2,300-11,000 sq. ft. on 2-4 acres selling from $3-$5 million. Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.

Rancho Valencia

  • Rancho Valencia is a community of 30 home sites, from 5000-7000 sq. ft. on 1 acre lots selling from $3 million +.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.
  • This development is part of the Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa, which has been named among the top 10 U.S. resorts by “Zagat Survey” and “Tennis Magazine.” In addition to its highly respected restaurant, the resort’s 65 acres include 43 guest casitas, 18 championship tennis courts, and a time-share development

River Estates

  • The River Estates is a gated community of 14 home sites built along the San Dieguito River, bordered by 25 acres of open space wildlife preserve, Chino Farms, and the Morgan Run golf course. Homes range from 9000-12,000 sq. ft., are set on 1+ acres, and range in price from $4.5 – $7 million. Master-minded by builder, Jim Ford, Inc., this development is within walking distance of Horizon Prep, Nativity School, and the local grade school.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.

San Diegueno Hills

  • San Diegueno Hills houses 51 homes ranging from 2000-7500 sq. ft. on .8-8.0 acre lots with price ranges from $1.5-$3 million.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of Torrey Pines,
  • San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy high schools

Santaluz (92127)

  • Santaluz is a guard-gated golf community of 942 home sites on 4000 acres east of Rancho Santa Fe. There are 1,000 acres of open space with dramatic ridgelines, deep ravines, and gentle hillsides. The density is the same as the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant (1 home per 4 acres). The landscape is natural, native California. The hub of the development is an 11-acre village green, 19,000 sq. ft. community building, including a gymnasium, a multi-purpose room, work-out facilities, pool, and café. Nearby, there are 6 tennis courts, a 35,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, and a private 250-acre Rees Jones golf course with 400-foot fairways. In addition to custom homes, there are numerous communities listed below. Zip code is 92127 and schools are Poway School District, including:
  • 2007-2008 Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs Elementary)
  • 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary
  • Black Mountain Middle School
  • Mt. Carmel High School.
  • The choice of homes within Santaluz include:
  • Custom homes – 73 ranging from 3500-8000 sq. ft. on .5-2+ acres, with prices from $1.2-$3.5 million.
  • Casitas – 80 homes from 2100-2600 sq. ft. from $985,000-$1,300,00
  • Davidson – 71 homes from 3800-4800 sq. ft. from $1.3-$2.1 million
  • Garden Homes – 63 homes from 3300-4200 sq. ft. from $1.3-$1.5 million
  • Haciendas Sur – 49 homes from 3200-3800 sq. ft. from $1.4-$1.8 million
  • Posadas – 49 homes from 4800-5500 sq. ft. from $1.9-$2.7 million
  • Sentinels – 80 homes from 2300-2900 sq. ft. from $1.2-$1.7 million
  • Spanish Bungalows – 64 homes from 2700-3600 sq. ft. from $985,000-$1,500,000
  • Warmington – 65 homes from 3800-4800 sq. ft. from $1.2-$1.6 million

Senterra (92130)

  • Senterra is a gated community of 162 homes, ranging from 2300-3600 sq. ft., selling for $950,000-$2 million +. Construction of these Spanish Mediterranean residences began in 1986, and each section has its own pool/spa area. The lower section is the elite series. Senterra is the largest of the three “Villages of Rancho Santa Fe” built by Ray Watt and designed by Ross Sutherland. The other two villages were intended for singles and retired couples, so these were built for families.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy

South Pointe Farms

  • South Pointe Farms is a gated community, partially in the Covenant (with Rancho Santa Fe Schools) and partially outside the Covenant (with Encinitas Schools).

Stonebridge

  • Stonebridge is a gated community of 52 custom homes ranging from 4000-14,000 sq. ft. Lots are 2-3 acres and, with very few sales, the sole sale in 2006 was $3,350,000.
  • Located on the western boundary of Rancho Santa Fe, this area is distinguished by ocean views and immediate access to the San Elijo Lagoon and wildlife preserve.
  • Skyline/Solana Vista Elementary School, Earl Warren Middle School, and choice of high schools: Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy

Stratford (92130)

  • Stratford is a gated community with English Tudor/Country French single-story homes. Ranging from 2,600-3,400 sq. ft., prices are $1.3 – $1.9 million. Built as late as 1984, there are five plans and are particularly appealing to singles, couples and retired persons. The exercise room and spa are maintained with homeowners’ association dues.
  • Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and choice of high schools:
  • Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy

Whispering Palms (92091)

  • Whispering Palms is a golf community of 554 homes – 344 condos ranging in price from $800,000 – $1 million and 210 homes on .25 acre lots ranging in price of $1 – $2 million. Developed in the early ‘60’s by developer Richard Cavanaugh, the area is built around the private Morgan Run Resort and Club which features golf, tennis, and restaurant facilities. The only gated section is Alcala, a condominium complex.
  • Within the Solana Beach School District, students have the option of attending Solana Santa Fe or Skyline/Solana Vista elementary schools, Earl Warren Middle School and choice of high schools: Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.