Rancho Santa Fe and Surrounding Communities
1: The Bridges
2: Cielo
5: The Covenant
6: The Crosby
10: Del Sur
12: Fairbanks Ranch
13: Groves
14: Hacienda
15: Lakes
16: Las Villas
17: Mirasol
18: Montecito
19: Polo Club
20: Rancho Del Lago
21: Rancho Del Rio
23: Rancho Glens
24: Rancho La Cima
25: Rancho Pacifica
30: Rancho Serena
31: Rancho Valencia
32: River Estates
33: Roxbury Estates
35: Santa Fe Hills
36: Santa Fe Sur
37: Santa Fe Vista
38: Santaluz
41: Senterra
43: Spyglass
44: Stonebridge
46: Stratford
47: Summit
48: Sycamore Walk
49: Tuscan Estates
50: Verrazzano
51: Via Del Charro
52: Whispering Palms
53: Winland Hills
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Cielo
Lots
528 home sites on 1740 acres.
Price Information
Vacant lots on 1+ acre start at $700,000. Homes from 3700-8000 sq.ft. start at $1.8 million
Overview
Atop the highest coastal peaks in all of San Diego County, these properties reach elevations of over 1400 ft. with expansive views to the Pacific Ocean including the Coronado Islands, San Clemente Island, Lake Hodges, and Palomar Mountain. There is a Tuscan-style clubhouse, commercial village and fire station. Guard gated community.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Older sections in RSF School District (RSF Elementary and Middle schools) and San Dieguito Union H.S. District (Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy). Section farther east is in the Escondido Union School District
The Covenant
Lots
1740
Price Information
Condos start at $800,000 Homes at $1.5-$22+ million
Overview
Golf Community. The Covenant refers to the original planned community of Rancho Santa Fe. At the center is a small village, library, civic center, school, community center, garden club, and the only hotel, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Aesthetics and architecture within The Covenant are protected by an Art Jury. There is a lack of streetlights, sidewalks and traffic lights, but an abundance of winding roads that slow traffic and contribute to a relaxed lifestyle.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Circo Diegueno
Lots
38
Price Information
$2.3-$3.5 million
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School.
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
The Bridges
Lots
235-265 home sites on 540 acres.
Price Information
Custom homes are from 6000-13,000 sq.ft. on 1/2 - acre lots selling from $4-$8 million. The Villas (59) from 3000-3800 sq.ft. at $2.3+ million. The Cortiles (44) from 3500-4500 sq.ft. at $3-4 million.
Overview
An exclusive enclave, The Bridges was designed and constructed to preserve the natural beauty of its terrain. The community is cetered around a championship golf course built by the Robert Trent II Group and a 35,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, reminiscent of a centuries-old Tuscan village and winner of the prestigious Gold Nugget Award for Best Design. From 2003-2005, The Bridges hosted the Battle at the Bridges Gold Tournament, and millions watched as Tiger Woods and John Daly battled Phil Mickelson and Retief Goosen in an exciting best-ball team match. Guard gated golf community.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Most of the homes are in the RSF Elementary & Middle School District with a choice of Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy. Small portion: Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School (Encinitas Union School District), Diegueno Middle School, and choice of La Costa Canyon High School, San Dieguito Academy or Canyon Crest Academy.
Collins Ranch
Lots
52 homes from 3900-5600 sq.ft.
Price Information
$1.4-$1.6 million
Overview
Gated Torrey Highlands community accessed via Carmel Valley Road
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway Schools: 2007-2008 Sunset Hills Elementary, 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary. Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Westview High School
The Crosby
Lots
443 homes, including 363 guest builder homes and 80 custom home sites. Lot size varies from .2 acres to 1.5 acres.
Overview
Gate guarded golf community on 722 acres that is still under construction. The Crosby has been selected as one of America's 100 Top Golf Communities for 2006 and 2007 by Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine. The championship course was designed by Schmidt-Curley and PGA standout, Fred Couples. Located on the site of Bing Crosby's original estate, the property includes a 35,000 sq.ft. clubhouse, swim and athletic club, tennis facility and a 1.5 mile stretch of the "Coast to Crest Trail" along the San Dieguito River. Residents at Crosby have access from Del Dios Highway and from the back gate off of Camino Del Sur.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Del Mar Country Club
Lots
There are 108 custom homes from 4000-10,000 sq.ft. Lot sizes range from 1/2 acre to 3+ acres.
Price Information
Sales have ranged from $2.5-$7 million.
Overview
Gate guarded golf community on 266 acres. The focal point of DMCC is a 50,000 sq.ft. clubhouse offering a immaculate Joseph Lee Golf Course, tennis courts, and Olympic pool. The architectural review committee has approved Mediterranean, Traditional and Country French architecture.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy.
Del Rayo Downs
Lots
65 homes ranging from 2500-4300 sq.ft., lot size is approximately .2 acres.
Price Information
Sales prices are $1.5+ million.
Overview
Gated community of Mediterranean-style patio homes developed by Gene Klein in 1987, especially appealing to empty nesters and retired people.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Del Rayo Estates
Lots
23 homes ranging from 8000-17,000 sq.ft.
Price Information
Sales prices are $10+ million.
Overview
Community of magnificent estates on 2-12 acres. Most homes are gated with stunning views.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Del Sur
Lots
3400
Overview
Master-planned community which will ultimately include dwelling units with commercial, employment and office center, resort hotel, golf course, elementary and high school.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District: 2007-2008 Monterey Ridge Elementary, 2008-2009 Del Sur Elementary, 2007-2008 Oak Valley Middle School
High Schools
2007-2008 Mount Carmel High School, 2008-2010 Del Norte High School
Fairbanks Highlands
Lots
92 homes from 3800-5800 sq.ft. on .7-4.0 acres.
Price Information
$1.8-$2.5 million
Overview
Gated community in Torrey Highlands accessed via Carmel Valley Road.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway Unified School District: 2007-2008 Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs Elementary) 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Westview High School
Fairbanks Ranch
Lots
612 home sites on 1240 acres from 3500-16,000 sq.ft. Lot sizes are 1/2 - 10 acres.
Price Information
From $1.7-$16 million.
Overview
Gate guarded community of custom-built estates on well-manicured lots. Featured on "The Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" this coveted community offers a lakeside clubhouse, tennis courts, forty acres of open space, a 17-acre equestrian center with a 27-stall barn, 2 lakes, and walking trails. Originally developed by screen idols Douglass Fairbanks and Mary Pickford, it was developer Ray Wyatt who supervised the land and started selling sites in 1981.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy
Groves
Lots
44 homes from 4000-5500 sq.ft. with lot sizes from 1-3 acres.
Price Information
$2+ million range
Overview
Gated community nestled among orange groves and hilly terrain.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Most homes are in the RSF Elementary and Middle School Districts, with choice of Torrey Pines, San Dieguito Academy and Canyon Crest Academy but a few are in the Encinitas Union School District (Olivenhain Pioneer), Diegueno Middle School, and choice of La Costa Canyon High School, San Dieguito Academy, and Canyon Crest Academy.
Hacienda
Lots
134 homes on lot sizes of 1-3 acres. Homes are 2500-6000 sq.ft.
Price Information
$1.5-$2.5 million
Overview
Older subdivision built in the 1970's-1980's with a rural feel. Located on the eastern end of Rancho Santa Fe off Del Dios Highway.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy and Canyon Crest Academy
Lakes
Lots
373 lots up to 1+ acres. 357 will be homes, with the remainder allocated for senior housing/assisted living.
Price Information
$2+ million
Overview
Gate guarded community with 3 large lakes, walking trails with bridges and streams, and low lights, keeping the rural feel. Access will be from the Crosby main gate and from Camino Del Sur. The developer is Lennar. Estimated completion of The Lakes is 2009.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District
Las Villas
Lots
10 homes approximately 5,000-7,000 sq.ft. Lots are 1+ acres.
Price Information
$2.5+ million range.
Overview
Gated community next to The Bridges.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary (Encinitas Union Elementary School District) Diegueno Middle School
High Schools
La Costa Canyon, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Mirasol
Lots
50 homes ranging from 2889-5117 sq.ft. Lot sizes are up to .72 acre.
Price Information
Price ranges from $960,000-$1,600,000.
Overview
Gated homes located outside of Santaluz.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District 2007-2008, Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs)2008-2009, Willow Grove Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Mt. Carmel High School
Montecito
Lots
36 homes ranging from 2200-3000 sq.ft. on .2 acre lots.
Price Information
Selling in the $1.2+ million range.
Overview
Gated community. Builder Ray Watt and Architect Buzzard-Hening designed these smaller Spanish Mediterranean homes for singles and retired couples in the mid-1980's.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Polo Club
Lots
55 homes ranging from 2800-3200 sq.ft.
Price Information
Prices from $1.5-$2 million.
Overview
Gated community.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Elementary Schools: Solana Vista (K-3) and Skyline grades (4-6) or Solana Santa Fe, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Del Lago
Lots
43 larger estates, up to 20,000 sq.ft. on lots 4+ acres.
Price Information
$4-$17 million
Overview
Gate guarded community.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Del Rio
Lots
71 homes ranging in size from 2500-4500 sq.ft. on 1-3 acres.
Price Information
Sales prices range from $1.5-$2 million.
Overview
Community built from the mid-1960's to the early 1980's. Located off Del Dios Highway.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Farms Estates
Lots
36 homes ranging from 4500-6500 sq.ft. on lots of 1.5-3 acres.
Price Information
Priced $2.6-$3.5 million.
Overview
Gated community built in the late '90's .
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Glens
Lots
29 homes ranging from 3700-8000 sq.ft. on 1-2 acres.
Price Information
Prices from $1.9-$2.2 million
Overview
Gated community.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Sycamore Ridge Elementary School, Carmel Valley Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho La Cima
Lots
26 homes ranging from 5000-11,000 sq.ft. on 2+ acre lots.
Price Information
Prices are from $2.5-$6 million
Overview
Gate guarded community of mostly Medeiterranean-style homes built primarily in the mid-80's or early '90's.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary and Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Pacifica
Lots
146 home sites (.3-1+ acres) with homes that range in size from 5,000-14,000 sq.ft.
Price Information
Sales prices from $2.6-$10 million.
Overview
Gate guarded community. These are newer, custom homes located high atop a hill off of San Dieguito Road, many with commanding views.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Beach Elementary School District: Solana Vista (K-3) and Skyline (4-6), Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Santa Fe Acres
Lots
15 homes on 2-5 acre lots.
Price Information
Selling from $4-$9 million.
Overview
Community of homes on El Rodeo are accessed through a separate gate.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Santa Fe Farms
Lots
95 homes ranging from 5000-8000 sq.ft. Lot sizes are 1/2 acre-1 acre.
Price Information
Prices in the $2.5-$5 million range
Overview
Gate guarded golf community. 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.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Santa Fe Lakes
Lots
39 homes from 4000-5500 sq.ft. on 1-1.5 acre lots.
Price Information
Selling for $2+ million.
Overview
Gated community located near the corner of Carmel Valley Road and Rancho Santa Fe Farms Road.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Santa Fe Meadows
Lots
15 homes ranging in size from 2300-11,000 sq.ft.
Price Information
Selling from $3-$5 million.
Overview
Gated community located off of El Apajo and Via de Santa Fe.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Serena
Lots
12 homes from 2500-5000 sq.ft. on 1/2 acre-2 acre lots.
Price Information
Valued at $1.5+ million.
Overview
Community located on the western side of Rancho Santa Fe, not in The Covenant.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Beach School District: Solana Vista (K-3) and Skyline (4-6), Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Rancho Valencia
Lots
30 home sites, from 5000-7000 sq.ft. on 1 acre lots
Price Information
Prices start at $3+ million.
Overview
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.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy and Canyon Crest Academy
River Estates
Lots
14 home sites ranging from 9000-12,000 sq.ft. set on 1+ acres
Price Information
Prices range from $4.5-$7 million.
Overview
Gated community built along the San Dieguito River, bordered by 25 acres of open space wildlife preserve, Chino Farms, and the Morgan Run golf course. Master-minded by builder, Jim Ford, Inc., this development is within walking distance of Horizon Prep, Nativity School, and the local grade school.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Roxbury Estates
Lots
8 custom homes ranging from 13,000 to over 23,000 sq.ft.
Price Information
List prices range from $9,500,000-$22,000,000.
Overview
Gated community of custom homes built by developer Greg Bacino with Siena Pacific, LLC. Each home offers state of the art technology, home theatres, and private master suites with private spas.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
San Diegueno Hills
Lots
51 homes ranging from 2000-7500 sq.ft. on .8-8.0 acre lots
Price Information
Price ranges from $1.5-$3 million.
Overview
Gated community
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Santa Fe Hills
Lots
31 homes ranging from 850-7200 sq.ft.
Price Information
Sales priced at $1+ million.
Overview
Community located directly east of The Covenant and west of Del Sur
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Santa Fe Sur
Lots
38 homes ranging from 2600-7000 sq.ft. on 1-4 acres.
Price Information
Prices from $2-$4 million.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Santa Fe Vista
Lots
19 homes ranging from 3000-10,000 sq.ft. on 1-3 acres
Price Information
Prices from $1.8-$3.5 million
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy Canyon Crest Academy
Santaluz
Lots
942 home sites, .5 to 2+ acres
Overview
Gate guarded community 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 RSF 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, workout facilities, pool and cafe. 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 the custom homes, there are numerous communities listed below.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District including: 2007-2208 Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs Elementary), 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Mt. Carmel High School
Santa Monica (The Ranch)
Lots
Colrich @ Santa Monica - 97 homes from 3330-5500 sq. ft; The Ranch @ Santa Monica - 43 homes from 3800-5500 sq.ft.
Price Information
Colrich $1.1+ million. The Ranch $1.5-$1.7 million.
Overview
Gated community located outside of Santaluz and divided into two sections:
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District, including: 2007-2008 Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs Elementary), 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Mt. Carmel High School
Santa Monica (Colrich)
Lots
Colrich @ Santa Monica - 97 homes from 3330-5500 sq. ft; The Ranch @ Santa Monica - 43 homes from 3800-5500 sq.ft.
Price Information
Colrich $1.1+ million. The Ranch $1.5-$1.7 million.
Overview
Gated community located outside of Santaluz and divided into two sections:
Elementary / Middle Schools
Poway School District, including: 2007-2008 Sunset Hills Elementary (unless already at Adobe Bluffs Elementary), 2008-2009 Willow Grove Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School
High Schools
Mt. Carmel High School
Senterra
Lots
162 homes ranging from 2300-3600 sq. ft.
Price Information
Selling for $950,000-$2+ million.
Overview
Gated community. 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.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
South Pointe Farms
Lots
15 Covenant and 37 non-Covenant sites. Homes range from 2800-9500 sq.ft., lots are 2-6 acres.
Price Information
Sales range from $2.3-$3.5 million.
Overview
Gated community, partially in The Covenant (with RSF schools) and partially outside The Covenant (with Encinitas Schools).
Spyglass
Lots
15 homes ranging from 11,000-14,000 sq.ft.
Price Information
Sales prices are $5+ million
Overview
Gate guarded community of 15 homes is accessed through Rancho Santa Fe Farms. Large estates.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Stonebridge
Lots
52 custom homes ranging from 4000-14,000 sq.ft. Lots are 2-3 acres.
Price Information
With very few sales, the sole sale in 2006 was $3,350,000.
Overview
Gated community located on the western boundary of RSF, this area is distinguised by ocean views and immediate access to the San Elijo Lagoon and wildlife preserve.
Elementary / Middle Schools
Solana Vista (K-3) and Skyline (4-6) Elementary Schools, Earl Warren Middle School
High Schools
Torrey Pines High School, San Dieguito Academy, Canyon Crest Academy
Winland Hills
Whispering Palms
Via Del Charro
Verrazzano
Tuscan Estates
Sycamore Walk
Summit
Stratford
Stonefield Estates
