San Clemente
Spanish Village by the Sea, with world-class surf.
Sources: Redfin (July 2026). Figures change monthly; ask us for the latest numbers for your street.
San Clemente was founded in the 1920s as a 'Spanish Village by the Sea,' and its white stucco and red tile roofs still define the town. Avenida Del Mar runs downhill to the pier, and to the south is Trestles, one of the best-known surf breaks in the world. It's a true surf town with a strong community feel.
Buyers love the walkability near downtown and the newer master-planned neighborhoods inland, like Talega. We help clients weigh ocean views against yard space, and coastal charm against newer construction, so they can choose with confidence.
Who it's for: Surfers, families and anyone who wants a real beach-town lifestyle with good schools and a walkable downtown, a bit farther from the bustle of central Orange County.
San Clemente neighborhoods
Downtown and the Pier Bowl
Walkable streets near Avenida Del Mar and the pier, with cottages and condos.
Cyprus Shore
A gated oceanfront community near Trestles with private beach access.
Southwest San Clemente
Spanish-style homes and ocean views on the streets near T-Street and Calafia.
Talega
A master-planned community with a golf course, newer homes and community pools.
Forster Ranch
Hillside family neighborhoods with parks and ocean views.
Shorecliffs
Homes around Shorecliffs Golf Course on the north side of town.
Why people love it
- San Clemente Pier and the beach trail that runs along the coast
- Trestles and San Onofre State Beach for surfing
- Avenida Del Mar for walkable dining and shopping
- Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
- Talega and Shorecliffs golf courses
- Metrolink and Amtrak stops at the pier and North Beach
Where locals go
- San Clemente Pier. The town's centerpiece for sunset walks and surf checks.
- Trestles (San Onofre State Beach). A world-famous surf break reached by a short trail.
- Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. The town founder's 1920s estate, now gardens and cultural events.
- Avenida Del Mar. San Clemente's main street, lined with cafes, shops and restaurants.
- Nick's San Clemente. A lively Avenida Del Mar restaurant for brunch and dinner.
What you'll find
Spanish-style cottages near downtown, ocean-view homes in Southwest San Clemente, gated oceanfront in Cyprus Shore and newer master-planned homes in Talega and Forster Ranch. Rough tiers: condos from about $700K to $1.3M; single-family homes from about $1.5M to $3M; ocean-view and oceanfront homes from about $3M to $10M+.
Price ranges are rough guides. Ask us for current comps.
Public & private
| San Clemente High School | Capistrano Unified School District |
| Shorecliffs Middle School | Capistrano Unified School District |
| Bernice Ayer Middle School | Capistrano Unified School District |
Always confirm school boundaries for a specific address with the district.
The rail line runs right along San Clemente's coast. If you're looking near the beach, visit at different times of day to hear the trains, and follow the status of slope-stabilization work along the tracks, which has caused service and beach-trail closures in recent years.
Read the Buyer's GuideOriginal Spanish Colonial details like tile roofs, arched windows and stucco are what buyers want here. Highlight them rather than covering them up, and note any work done to respect the city's historic and architectural guidelines.
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San Clemente questions
What is the median home price in San Clemente?
Redfin reported a median sale price of about $2.0M for coastal ZIP 92672 in July 2026, and about $1.73M for inland ZIP 92673 in August 2026.
What school district serves San Clemente?
Capistrano Unified School District serves San Clemente.
Where is Trestles?
Trestles is at the south end of San Clemente in San Onofre State Beach, reached by a short trail from the end of Cristianitos Road.
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