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Rancho Capistrano

Welcome to Rancho Capistrano

A private, gated estate community in Ortega Mountain near Lake Elsinore—off the Ortega Highway corridor, with a true rural feel and easy access toward Orange County.

Rancho Capistrano is a private, gated community tucked into the Ortega Mountain area near Lake Elsinore, surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest. Known for large parcels, custom homes, and a peaceful “away from it all” setting, it’s a great fit for buyers who want privacy, usable land, and a true country lifestyle.

One of the biggest advantages is location: you’re positioned along the Ortega Highway (SR-74), making it convenient to head toward South Orange County/San Juan Capistrano or down the hill into Lake Elsinore for everyday shopping and services.


About Rancho Capistrano

Rancho Capistrano features spacious lots with custom and semi-custom homes designed for indoor-outdoor living, flexibility, and privacy. Many properties offer room for RV/boat parking, workshops, guest space, and lifestyle amenities that are hard to find in typical tract neighborhoods.

Because the community is surrounded by national forest and set in the hills, the vibe is quiet and scenic—more “mountain ranch” than suburban. It’s ideal for buyers who want breathing room, starry nights, and a gated neighborhood feel while still being within reach of Lake Elsinore and the Orange County commute corridor.


What to Love

  • Private, gated community 

  • Larger parcels + custom homes

  • Forest-and-mountain setting with a true rural vibe

  • Scenic access along the Ortega Highway (SR-74) corridor

  • Convenient routes toward Lake Elsinore and South Orange County


Local Lifestyle

Life in Rancho Capistrano is all about space, privacy, and a slower pace. Residents enjoy room to spread out—whether that means creating an outdoor entertaining setup, adding hobby space, or simply enjoying the quiet.

It’s a lifestyle-forward community for people who want land and flexibility without giving up gated privacy, and who appreciate being close to both Lake Elsinore conveniences and the Ortega Highway route toward Orange County.


Dining, Shopping, & Entertainment

For everyday needs, most residents head into Lake Elsinore for groceries, dining, schools, and services. When you want more options, the Ortega Highway corridor provides a direct route toward San Juan Capistrano/South Orange County for coastal dining, shopping, and weekend plans.


Things to Do

Outdoor living is the lead character here. With Cleveland National Forest surrounding the area, Rancho Capistrano is a strong match for buyers who enjoy hiking, trail access, and a scenic mountain setting. The Ortega Highway drive itself is a classic SoCal scenic route—great for day trips between Lake Elsinore and San Juan Capistrano.


Schools

Rancho Capistrano is served by the Lake Elsinore Unified School District, with access to a selection of well-regarded public schools. Private and alternative education options are also available nearby.

 

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Overview for Rancho Capistrano, CA

60,877 people live in Rancho Capistrano, where the median age is 33 and the average individual income is $31,725. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Rancho Capistrano, CA

There's plenty to do around Rancho Capistrano, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Vintage Empire, and Glam By Ari.

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Shopping 4.87 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.8 miles 25 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Rancho Capistrano, CA

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Rancho Capistrano has 17,430 households, with an average household size of 3.49. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Rancho Capistrano do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 60,877 people call Rancho Capistrano home. The population density is 789.44 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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49.15 / 50.85%

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