Rancho Santa Fe Real Estate & Homes for Sale in San Diego County, California

Homes for Sale in Rancho Santa Fe

Located in the Coastal Hills of North San Diego County, Rancho Santa Fe lies just four miles from the Pacific Ocean and borders on Del Mar. This exclusive locale is comprised of a number of distinct yet cohesive communities, ranging from the ancient olive trees and Italian architecture of the Bridges, the elegant homes in Fairbanks Ranch, new homes at The Crosby Estate, and the casual opulence found in the Covenant.

Rural Rancho Santa Fe is distinguished by its wide open spaces and estate homes. Winding driveways lead to traditionally styled Spanish, Mediterranean or Early California Hacienda homes flanked by fragrant citrus and native foliage. Rancho Santa Fe offers seven country clubs with golf, tennis and extensive social networks along with excellent schools, abundant privacy and more than 50 miles of riding trails in wooded settings. “The Ranch” has been named “the best place to live in the United States” by the Robb Report.

Eucalyptus trees were planted in the 1920s by the Santa Fe Railway for future use as railroad ties and now provide a picturesque and rustic environment for this upscale community. The Rancho schools are consistently rated among the best in California and Torrey Pines High School is a three-time recipient of the “California Distinguished School” award, with most of its graduates going on to colleges and universities. Single-family homes dominate Rancho Santa Fe’s real estate market, ranging from modest properties to magnificent hilltop estates with spectacular views and acreage. Condominiums and townhomes are also available, as are land and improved lots for custom building.

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Rancho Santa Fe’s real estate market is upscale and offers a unique lifestyle. In addition to stunning country-club scenery, sprawling golf-course greenery, safely gated communities and lush natural beauty, this attractive community offers a variety of uniquely distinctive Rancho Santa Fe estate homes. Resplendent with eye-catching architecture, extravagantly designed swimming pools and fine amenities, Rancho Santa Fe’s custom residences are filled with exciting features for home buyers. Rancho Santa Fe homes start at approximately $550,000 and average approximately $3.5 million. Townhomes and condos in Rancho Santa Fe can also be found at prices starting just under $445,000.

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Rancho Santa Fe CA Real Estate for the week of January 23rd, 2012: homes priced around $3,297,410 compared to $3,211,824 the previous week, showing a increase of more than +3%.  For Friday, January 27th, the current national mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 3.89%; the 15 year fixed rate is at 3.22%. For a loan larger than conventional conforming loans, or 'jumbo' loan, the 30 year rate is 4.43%, while the 15 year jumbo rate currently is at 3.69%. You can calculate your mortgage rate with our mortgage calculators.  Get local info and homes for sale in Rancho Santa Fe CA. View active real estate listings for different types of properties including new homes, houses for sale, foreclosures in Rancho Santa Fe, short sales, and price reduced listings. Find information and property resources including prices of recently sold homes in Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Santa Fe neighborhood information, crime stats, home values, and schools in Rancho Santa Fe to help you find the best home!