Quail Hill.
Bordering thousands of acres of protected open space, Quail Hill offers a unique blend of nature and convenience — with scenic trails, village-style amenities, and a location that places residents just minutes from Irvine Spectrum and major employment centers.
Welcome to Quail Hill
Quail Hill is a scenic village located in the southern part of Irvine, California. It is one of the seven villages within the University area of the city and is named after a distinctive rock formation that borders approximately 600 acres of protected open space.
The community offers a blend of urban and suburban living, with easy access to natural surroundings as well as modern conveniences. Residents enjoy nearby trails, parks, and outdoor areas that take advantage of the surrounding open space.
Quail Hill also features its own shopping center, which includes a variety of restaurants, banks, grocery options such as Albertsons, coffee shops like Starbucks, and other everyday retail and service businesses. This combination of amenities, natural beauty, and convenient location makes Quail Hill a desirable residential area within Irvine.
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Get to know more about Quail Hill
~ 10,500
Total Population
35
Median Age
$200,000
Average Household Income
3
Average Household Size
~ 3,500
Total Households
Early-2000s village at the 405/133 with open-space trailheads out the back gate.
Schools in Quail Hill
Parks in Quail Hill
Around Quail Hill
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.
36
Walking Score
61
Bike Score
10-15 Minutes
Nearest Airport
Fun Facts & Trivia About Quail hill
It is the only trail in the entire 16,500-acre protected preserve system that allows dogs (on a leash). The rest of the preserve strictly prohibits pets to protect the local wildlife.
Not quite! While the area is home to plenty of California quail, the village actually gets its name from a highly distinct, historic rock formation in the area that resembles a hill.
It is one of the most highly educated and executive-dense neighborhoods in Southern California. Neighborhood data shows that nearly 80% of Quail Hill's working adults are employed in management, executive, or high-level professional roles.
Where is Quail Hill?
Quail Hill sits in the South Irvine area. Compare it with neighboring communities, or open the map to explore streets, parks, and commute routes.
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