Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands, Lake Forest, IL
Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
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Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands Neighborhood Overview
Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands
Serrano Highlands is a well-established neighborhood within the city of Lake Forest, located in Orange County, California. The area is anchored by the primary ZIP code 92630, placing it in a central and desirable part of the city. This neighborhood presents a classic Southern California suburban profile with a strong emphasis on homeownership, as evidenced by a 68.1% homeownership rate.
The housing market in Serrano Highlands is characterized as Ultra-Luxury, with a median home value of $828,400. Homes here average around 1,400 square feet, offering comfortable living spaces. The market supports a significant rental segment as well, with a 31.9% renter-occupied rate and a median gross rent of $2,451 per month. This high-value real estate is underpinned by a robust local economy, reflected in a median household income of $120,848.
The neighborhood's character is defined by its affluent market tier and stable, high-earning community. The balance between homeowners and renters contributes to a dynamic residential atmosphere. The strong income levels align with the premium housing costs, creating a cohesive and prosperous suburban enclave within Lake Forest.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 29 neighborhoods in Lake Forest.
Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $828K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $121K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 68.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 92630 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lake Forest, CA - Serrano Highlands, Lake Forest
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18