Northwood.
One of Irvine's most established and sought-after villages, Northwood combines top-ranked schools, mature landscaping, and a strong sense of community — creating lasting appeal for families and long-term homeowners alike.
Welcome to Northwood
Northwood is a residential community in the northern part of Irvine, California, located in Orange County. It is generally bordered by the Santa Ana Freeway (I-5), Culver Drive, Portola Parkway, and Jeffrey Road.With a population of approximately 39,000 residents, Northwood is one of Irvine’s larger neighborhoods. It offers an urban-suburban mix, with most residents owning their homes. The area is known for its strong community atmosphere and convenient access to everyday amenities.Northwood has a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks, making it a highly livable and well-served neighborhood. It is also recognized for its highly rated public schools, which are part of.
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Get to know more about Northwood
~ 27,000
Total Population
40
Median Age
$195,000
Average Household Income
3
Average Household Size
~ 9,000
Total Households
Tree-lined established north Irvine with little to no Mello-Roos on most streets.
Schools in Northwood
Parks in Northwood
Around Northwood
There’s plenty to enjoy around the area, from local dining and shopping to parks and recreation. The Walk Score and Bike Score listed for this area are both rated on a 0–100 scale, with higher scores reflecting a more walkable and bike-friendly community. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
38
Walking Score
63
Bike Score
20 Minutes
Nearest Airport
What's Northwood All About?
Northwood is famous for being developed completely independent of the Irvine Company. Because the land was owned by separate private farmers rather than the Irvine Ranch, it was built by a variety of different independent homebuilders. This gives Northwood a highly unique, eclectic mix of architectural styles and home designs that you won't find anywhere else in the city.
Unlike Irvine's newer, high-density villages, the vast majority of Northwood features no Mello-Roos (special developer taxes) and very low or entirely optional HOA fees. Combined with significantly larger, old-school lot sizes and spacious backyards, it offers a rare financial and structural advantage in the local market.
Because it is one of Irvine’s oldest master-planned communities (dating back to the 1970s), it boasts some of the most mature greenery in Orange County. The neighborhood is explicitly known for its towering, decades-old eucalyptus windbreaks and massive pine trees, which create a deep, beautiful canopy that keeps the neighborhood shaded and peaceful.
Where is Northwood?
Northwood sits in the North Irvine area. Compare it with neighboring communities, or open the map to explore streets, parks, and commute routes.
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