Turtle Rock

Welcome to Turtle Rock

Turtle Rock is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Irvine, California, and is highly regarded throughout Orange County. It is a vibrant, family-friendly community known for its close-knit atmosphere and strong sense of neighborhood pride.

Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities, including restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and recreational areas. The area is especially popular with families due to its highly rated public schools, making it an attractive place to raise children.

Turtle Rock also offers a diverse mix of housing options, from smaller one-bedroom condos of around 800 square feet to expansive luxury homes with up to seven bedrooms and approximately 7,000 square feet of living space. With its combination of history, variety, and quality of life, Turtle Rock provides something for a wide range of residents and lifestyles.

Get to know more about Turtle Rock

~ 11,000

Total Population

45

Median Age

$210,000

Average Household Income

3

Average Household Size

~ 3,850

Total Households

Schools in Turtle Rock

Turtle Rock Elementary School

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School

University High School

Parks in Turtle Rock

Turtle Rock Community Park

Turtle Rock Viewpoint Trail

Turtle Rock Nature Center

Around Turtle Rock

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

17

Walking Score

50

Bike Score

10-15 Minutes

Nearest Airport

Fun Facts & Trivia About Turtle Rock

A natural rock outcropping in the area resembles the shell of a turtle. The formation is considered sacred by the Gabrieleño/Tongva Native Americans and is believed to be the inspiration for the neighborhood’s name.

Before the neighborhood was developed, Irvine Ranch farmers reportedly called the formation “Frog Rock.” The nickname faded as the area urbanized.

The community opened in 1967 and was among the first five villages that helped define Irvine’s famous master-planned layout. A turtle sculpture at Turtle Rock Community Park commemorates the founding.

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