Laguna Woods Village - Laguna Woods, CA

Laguna Woods Village in Laguna Woods, California is the largest 55+ active adult community on the West Coast. This 12,736-home community boasts seven clubhouses, 36 holes of golf, five swimming pools, an equestrian center, and over 250 clubs and organizations. Homebuyers can select from single-family homes, high-rise condominiums, attached single-level condos, and carefree co-ops. It is also only 10 minutes to the beach and surrounded by many of the most popular attractions in Southern California. Furthermore, this 55+ community is gated and includes 24-hour patrols and a private bus system.

Homebuyers in search of homes for sale in Laguna Woods, CA will enjoy all Laguna Woods Village has to offer.

Laguna Woods Village Amenities

This active adult community is comprised of a wide assortment of world-class amenities, including seven clubhouses with multiple meeting rooms and athletic courts. This community also features unique amenities like the 814-seat performing arts center and a 27-hole championship golf course. Certain clubhouses include spacious ballrooms and banquet facilities for large events and group meetings. Residents won't have to worry about transportation from one clubhouse to another, either, as a free community bus service is available for residents.

The arts and crafts clubhouse features professional equipment for jewelry making, sewing, woodworking, painting, photography, and ceramics. The Laguna Woods Village Library is staffed by resident volunteers and circulates over 140,000 books and magazines annually. Two of the clubhouses include state-of-the-art fitness centers with aerobics and dance studios. Other indoor amenities include billiard and game rooms and badminton, volleyball, and basketball courts.

Dotting the properties are multiple outdoor attractions such as ten tennis courts, five pickleball courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and lawn bowling. This community also features five outdoor pools and two garden centers. Residents also have access to RV parking and an equestrian center. The stables offer boarding, lessons, rides, and special events for an additional fee.

A 9-hole par 3 golf course is also available for use by residents and their guests. The course includes a driving range, putting greens, and a chipping area. Golfers can also enjoy a fully stocked pro shop and meet with professional golfers available to teach both individual and group lessons.

Laguna Woods Village Homes & Real Estate

Laguna Woods Village was developed from 1964 to 1985. The community consists of 12,736 condo, attached, and single-family homes, providing plenty of options for those looking for homes for sale in Laguna Woods, CA. There are more than 90 floor plans offered in this community, ranging from the 675-square-foot Cadiz condo units to the nearly 2,600-square-foot Casa Monaco single-family homes. Homebuyers at Laguna Woods Village are required to meet minimum financial requirements for membership.

This 55+ community is comprised of three neighborhoods: Third Mutual, United Mutual, and The Towers. Third Mutual includes single-family homes and one-, two-, or three-bedroom condos. United Mutual housing options include one- to two-bedroom co-ops that enjoy green belt and Aliso Creek views. The Towers features Laguna Woods Village condos for sale available in seven floor plans with one to three bedrooms and one to two bathrooms. Studio units are also available in The Towers. 

Laguna Woods Village Lifestyle

Residents of Laguna Woods Village enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners' association that takes care of services such as landscaping, exterior maintenance, and security. Homeowners in United Mutual also enjoy interior maintenance. With more free time, members of the community can participate in the over 250 Laguna Woods Village clubs and interest groups, with focuses ranging from hobbies and crafts to socializing and community events to sports and fitness classes.

Arts and crafts enthusiasts may enjoy participating in ceramics, quilting, jewelry making, or sewing clubs. Music and theatrical clubs include dance, singing, and acting groups. Sports and fitness enthusiasts can partake in the many sports clubs or join in aerobics, yoga, and weight training classes. For residents interested in continuing their education, there are over 100 classes offered at Laguna Woods Village through Saddleback College Emeritus. Courses range from math and science to language and culinary classes.

Laguna Woods, CA Area

Laguna Woods Village is located in south Orange County, putting residents in easy reach of daily necessities and local attractions.

Residents are also close to any conveniences they may need, including Sprouts Farmers Market, ALDI, and Albertsons. Pharmacy needs can be met at Walgreens and CVS.

Laguna Woods Village is also near medical facilities, such as Hoag Hospital, Orange County Medical Center, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, and Providence Mission Hospital.

When in search of entertainment and dining options, homeowners can travel down El Toro Road, which is home to multiple restaurants, bars, and shops. There are also a variety of attractions in the area, including Irvine Spectrum Center, Laguna Art Museum, and Santa Ana Zoo. 

Members of the community looking to get outdoors have plenty of opportunities to explore. Laguna Woods Beach is close to multiple parks and greenspaces, such as Cavanaugh Park, Hummingbird Park, Mountain View Park, and Ridgecrest Park. The community is also less than ten miles from the Pacific coast and its multiple beaches. Golfers have multiple courses to play, as well, including Shady Canyon Golf Club, Ben Brown's Golf Course, Dove Canyon Golf Club, and Pelican Hill Golf Club.

Homeowners who want to visit the nearby metropolitan areas are in luck. Laguna Woods Village is 20 minutes from Irvine and just over an hour from Los Angeles, granting quick access to all these cities have to offer. For longer trips, John Wayne Airport is about 25 minutes away.