South Orange County
Orange County Cities Near San Clemente
Harbor towns, mission history, canyon trails and art-colony coves, all within a short drive of where I grew up.
Each city has its own feel. These guides cover what each one is known for, the types of homes, recent prices from published market reports, schools and getting around, and they're updated alongside my weekly market notes. More cities, including inland Orange County, are on the way.
Dana Point
A harbor town next door to San Clemente, with surf breaks, bluff-top parks, and one of the few harbors on the Orange County coast.
Capistrano Beach
Bluff-top homes and a beach road on the south end of Dana Point, right on the San Clemente border.
San Juan Capistrano
A historic mission town just inland, with California’s oldest neighborhood and a train station downtown.
Laguna Niguel
One of California’s first master-planned communities, with parks, trails, and canyon and ocean views.
Laguna Beach
An art-colony beach town with 27 beaches and coves, protected hills, and its own school district.
Not Sure Which City Fits?
Tell me what matters most, like the beach, schools, space or a shorter commute, and I'll help you narrow it down.
Jacob Hazzard, REALTOR® | CA DRE# 02222037 | Luxre Realty