Located in Orange County, Dana Point is bordered by Laguna Beach and San Juan Capistrano. Dana Point is easily accessed from State Route 1. Approximately, 33,000 people live in Dana Point. This ocean side city is dotted with quaint harbors and miles of gorgeous coastline. The city gets takes its name from the headland of Dana Point. The headland was named for Richard Henry Dana, Jr., author of Two Years Before the Mast. A replica of Dana’s ship, the Pilgrim, has been placed in Dana Harbor. This area has been designated California Historical Landmark #189.
Dana Point is a terrific find in the Orange County real estate market. Dana point is more affordable than other beach side cities, such as Newport Beach and Laguna Beach, but is still within Orange County. There are five distinctive sections that make up Dana Point; Capistrano Beach, Dana Hills, Del Obispo, Lantern Village and Monarch Beach. With a high bluff setting, many homes have panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, Catalina Island, Dana Point Harbor and stunning evening sunsets. Home prices vary depending on home size, location, views, neighborhood amenities and lot size. Home prices range from 350,000 dollars to four plus million dollars. Dana Point has both guard gated and non-guard gated neighborhoods to choose from. Dana Point has real estate options from large country like properties in Del Obispo to the custom built ocean front estates of Ritz Cove.
Dana Point students attend schools in Capistrano Unified School District. Several elementary schools and middle schools serving Dana Point, with just one high school; Dana Hills High School. Dana Hills High School opened in 1972, making it one of the oldest high schools in the county. The school is well known for its cross country program, which has won the California State title in 1988, 2007, 2008 and 2009. There are eight private schools in the city, which serve 1800 students. The private schools include: Gloria Dei Lutheran Pre-School, Monarch Bay Montessori, St. Edward the Confessor Parish School and West River Academy.
Dana Point has a Mediterranean climate, giving it beautiful year round weather. There are seven miles of coastal bluffs and rolling hills along the Pacific Ocean, for residents to enjoy. Dana Point is home to Doheny State Park, which is perched on a bluff above the Pacific Ocean. This 62 acre park has camping, picnicking, swimming, surfing and tidal pool exploration. There are three surf areas and several beaches along the seven miles of coastline. The surf areas are Doheny Beach, Dana Strands and Salt Creek. Local beaches include Salt Creek Beach, Monarch Beach, Dana Strand Beach, Baby Beach, Poche Beach and Capistrano County Beach.
The stylish and contemporary design of this oceanfront home epitomizes seaside living at its most sophisticated. Set on the sands of a stunning two-mile beach in the priv...
Welcome to paradise. This secluded oceanfront home was recently built with the finest materials. Enjoy sweeping panoramic ocean views, including Catalina Island sunsets t...
This stunning oceanfront home is angled on an elevated promontory capturing miles of uninterrupted coastline and cerulean blue ocean as far as the eye can see. Built in ...
An Oceanfront Dream on one of the Most Scenic Beaches in the World. This home is a fresh and bright Cape Cod inspired Luxurious Estate that is the most perfect beach hous...
From its awesome second-row perch above the mercurial Pacific Ocean, this unparalleled custom estate in Dana Point’s The Strand at Headlands redefines luxurious seaside l...
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Tucked behind the prestigious guard-gated enclave of The Strand at Headlands, awaits this prime ocean view sanctuary of peace, calm, and privacy on one of the largest hom...
Nestled along the shores of Dana Point's guard gated community of The Strand at Headlands sits a masterpiece designed by the award-winning architect, Mark Singer known fo...
Located in the exclusive guard-gated community of The Strand at the Headlands, this newly-constructed Contemporary home boasts over 6,000 sq. ft. of exquisite craftmanshi...
This is truly an incredible opportunity to purchase one of the iconic residences located in Dana Point! This 1929 custom built home contains 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, extr...
A quintessential coastal retreat, 1 Coral Cove is undoubtedly one of the most remarkable estates within The Strand at Headlands. Crafted by award-winning Patterson Custom...
Classic Santa Barbara Estate designed by renowned architect Jon Eric Christner. Thoughtful floor plan with Great Room that opens up into the ocean view covered terrace. ...
This custom estate stands within the guarded gates of The Strand at Headlands, boasting panoramic views up and down the coast, with Catalina in the distance of the sparkl...
Commercial land on the famous Pacific Coast highway in Dana Point Ca. The offering is for 2 assemblage parcels over a acre on Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point. The ...
Representing the ultimate ocean-view lifestyle, this luxurious custom home at The Strand at Headlands in Dana Point presents a sublime beachfront setting for memorable en...
Extremely rare opportunity to purchase this custom coastal bluff top estate. Fabulous 5600 sqft+ custom residence on approx 20,090sqft site with incredible "sweeping ocea...
Truly an outstanding opportunity to acquire this old world Italian villa located in the ocean front, 24 hour gated community of Ritz Cove! This picturesque and meticulou...
Welcome to this custom and rare duplex on the sands of the famous Capistrano Beach in Dana Point with 24 hr guard gated security. This amazing duplex just went thru a ful...
This shall be an exquisite custom "Catalina and Ocean view" home located in the exclusive 24 hour guard gated ocean front community of Ritz Cove. This custom reside...
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Newport Coast was annexed by Newport Beach in 2001 -- 2002. As such it is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District, which is a high ranking award winning school district. There are also many highly rated private school choices in the Newport Coast area. Newport Coast features newer homes, upscale hotels and the Pelican Hill Golf Course. The Pelican Hill Golf Club was rated #1 by Conde Nast Travel Magazine in 2012. Newer line the hillsides and offer breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean This hillside golf club and award winning resort have breath taking ocean views whether golfing, dining or enjoying the spa. For outdoor lovers, the historic Crystal Cove State Park has three miles of coast line.
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