San Clemente Neighborhoods / Talega
Living in Talega, San Clemente
Newer master-planned homes, miles of trails, and a golf course, a few minutes inland from the beach.
Updated October 23, 2026 · Jacob Hazzard, Luxre Realty
1999
Construction began
3,510
Acres in the plan area
~2,000
Acres of open space
19+
Miles of trails
30+
Smaller neighborhoods
~3 mi
To the coast
About Talega
Talega sits in the northeast corner of San Clemente, roughly 3 miles from the coast and about 2 miles east of the 5. Construction started in 1999, so most homes here are newer than what you'll find closer to the pier. The whole area covers 3,510 acres and is made up of more than 30 smaller neighborhoods, from condos and townhomes to large single-family estates, plus a gated 55+ community.
Local tip: I spent a lot of my childhood at Talega's parks and at friends' houses here back when the community was first being built, so I've watched it grow up.
Why People Move to Talega
Newer construction
Homes built from 1999 on, mostly Spanish and Mediterranean in style
Trails & open space
About 2,000 acres of open space and more than 19 miles of trails
Swim & Athletic Club
Two pools, tennis courts, sand volleyball, and a roller hockey rink
Talega Golf Club
A public 18-hole course designed by Fred Couples that opened in 2001
Errands nearby
Talega Village Center, with a supermarket, restaurants, and services
Range of home sizes
From townhomes and 3-bedroom homes to 7-bedroom estates
Types of Homes
Single-family homes
Mostly tract homes, from 3-bedroom homes up to 7-bedroom estates; larger lots tend to command higher prices
Condos & townhomes
Mostly two- and three-story attached homes; single-level options are limited to Carmel, Santalana, Verano, and a few units in Seagarden
Talega Gallery (55+)
A gated 55+ community with four sub-communities, three with detached homes and one with single-level attached townhomes
Talega Home Prices
Median sale price
$1,983,810
3 months ending June 2026, +13.4% YoY
Source: Redfin
Median list price
$1,974,500
26 active listings, Oct 17, 2026
Source: Ruby Home
Avg. list price per sq ft
$733
Active listings, Oct 17, 2026
Source: Ruby Home
Listed prices, Oct 17, 2026 (Ruby Home)
Median $1,974,500
- Median sale price: $1,983,810 over the three months ending June 2026, up 13.4% from the same period a year earlier (Redfin)
- Homes sold in June 2026: 35, up from 33 a year earlier (Redfin)
- Active listings as of October 17, 2026: 26, with a median list price of $1,974,500 and an average of $733 per square foot (Ruby Home)
- Listed prices on October 17, 2026 ranged from $839,888 for a 2-bed, 1,351 sq ft home to $5,875,000 for a 4-bed, 5,263 sq ft home (Ruby Home)
Sale prices are what homes actually closed for; list prices are what sellers are currently asking. They are reported by different sources over different periods.
Want a valuation for a specific Talega home?HOA & Taxes
- Every home pays dues to the Talega Master HOA, and condo communities add a second HOA for their own amenities
- Most homes also pay Mello-Roos special taxes on the property tax bill; Ruby Home puts the effective tax rate with Mello-Roos at about 1.5%
- Both vary by tract, so check the HOA dues and the actual tax bill for any specific home
Getting Around
- About 2 miles east of I-5, roughly 3 miles from the coast
- Main roads: Avenida Pico, Avenida Talega, Avenida Vista Hermosa, and Camino La Pedriza
Schools
Talega is in Capistrano Unified School District. Vista Del Mar Elementary and Middle School (K-8) was built alongside the community, and San Clemente High School is a couple of miles away. Boundaries can change, so always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
Latest Market Notes on Talega
Talega FAQ
Why do people move to Talega in San Clemente?
Talega offers newer homes (built from 1999 on), about 2,000 acres of open space with more than 19 miles of trails, a swim and athletic club, the public Talega Golf Club, and a shopping center inside the community, all a few miles from the beach.
How much do homes cost in Talega?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $1,983,810 for the three months ending June 2026. As of October 17, 2026, Ruby Home reported a median list price of $1,974,500 across 26 active listings.
Does Talega have HOA fees and Mello-Roos?
Yes. Homes pay dues to the Talega Master HOA (condos have an additional HOA), and most homes pay Mello-Roos special taxes. Amounts vary by tract, so check the specific property.
What types of homes are in Talega?
Mostly single-family tract homes from 3 to 7 bedrooms, two- and three-story condos and townhomes, and Talega Gallery, a gated 55+ community.
More San Clemente Neighborhoods
Pier Bowl
Walk to the pier, the beach trail, and the train, in the heart of the original "Spanish Village by the Sea."
Forster Ranch
Hillside homes with ocean and city-light views, a ridgeline trail, and no Mello-Roos.
Rancho San Clemente
Hillside tracts with canyon and ocean views, a ridgeline trail, and big parks close by.
Marblehead
Mostly gated hillside enclaves with ocean views, from condos to custom estates.
Sea Summit
Newer homes on the coastal bluffs, with a private clubhouse, trails down to the beach, and the Outlets next door.
Shorecliffs
Classic 1960s single-family homes near the beach, next to a golf course, with a private beach club.
Cyprus Shore & Cyprus Cove
Two neighboring guard-gated communities sharing one entrance, with private beach access facing Trestles.
Broadmoor
Single-story 1970s homes on big lots in the hills above town, close to downtown and the high school.
Misty Ridge
Custom 1980s homes on a quiet ridge with panoramic ocean views, minutes from downtown.
Sea Ridge Estates
A small gated enclave of 1990s villa-style homes on one of the highest points in San Clemente.
Sea Pointe Estates
A 24/7 guard-gated hillside community of custom homes with views to Catalina.
Southeast San Clemente
Hillside homes east of the 5 around the municipal golf course, close to the beaches near Trestles.
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