Northwood Estates.
As one of North Irvine's premier luxury enclaves, Northwood Estates offers larger homes, upscale finishes, and access to some of the city's highest-performing schools — all within a private and highly sought-after setting.
Welcome to Northwood Estates
Northwood Estates is a small residential community in Irvine, California. Previously known as Northwood II, the neighborhood has been renamed in recent years.It is a gated community, though it is not guard-gated, and is often described as a quiet “hidden gem” within Irvine. Many people pass by without noticing it, fittingly reflected in one of its entrances located on Hideaway.Northwood Estates does not feature large estate-sized lots, but it offers thoughtfully designed homes with appealing architectural styles. The neighborhood is known for being private, peaceful, and well-maintained, making it an attractive option for residents seeking a quieter residential setting within Irvine.
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Get to know more about Northwood Estates
~ 2,000
Total Population
42
Median Age
$300,000
Average Household Income
3
Average Household Size
~ 600
Total Households
A small enclave of larger-lot homes tucked into the Northwood windrows.
Schools in Northwood Estates
Parks in Northwood Estates
Around in Northwood Estates
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.
20
Walking Score
50
Bike Score
20 Minutes
Nearest Airport
Fun Facts & Trivia About Northwood Estates
While original Northwood is famous for being built by independent developers with no unified authority, Northwood Estates is a fully gated, master-planned enclave developed entirely by the Irvine Company in the mid-2000s. It offers a more exclusive, uniform, and modern luxury aesthetic compared to its older, expansive neighbor.
The neighborhood is beautifully bordered and framed by historic eucalyptus windbreaks. These massive, towering trees were originally planted over a century ago by early Irvine Ranch farmers to protect citrus crops from strong Santa Ana winds, and they were deliberately preserved to give the modern estate gates an instant sense of old-world privacy and character.
Despite being a highly secure, private gated community, Northwood Estates was built with an emphasis on internal connectivity. The entire neighborhood is structured around a central pedestrian spine, allowing residents to walk to the private parks, resort-style pools, and walking trails without ever needing to step onto a major exterior roadway.
Where is Northwood Estates?
Northwood Estates 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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