Neighborhood Guide
Murrieta Real Estate | Family-Friendly Living, Miles of Trails, and Small-Town Charm
Murrieta is a family-friendly city in southwest Riverside County known for its parks and trails, master-planned communities, and convenient 215 freeway access.
Market Data for Murrieta
Figures come from the public sources listed below and change over time.
Median Sale Price
$660K
Redfin, 2026
Typical Home Value
$688,254
Zillow, 2026
Median Days on Market
~42 days
Redfin, 2026
Average Offers per Home
2
Redfin, 2026
Types of Homes in Murrieta
Master-Planned Communities
Newer neighborhoods like Greer Ranch, Bear Creek, and Copper Canyon with parks, trails, and family-friendly amenities.
Established Family Neighborhoods
Areas like California Oaks and Murrieta Oaks near highly regarded schools.
55+ Communities
Active-adult neighborhoods including The Colony and Four Seasons, plus the city's other age-qualified communities.
Country & Hillside Homes
Larger lots and hillside properties with views across the valley.
Explore Murrieta
Five things that make Murrieta one of the most livable communities in southwest Riverside County.
Outdoors
City of Murrieta Parks & Trails
More than 50 parks and 25+ miles of trails across the city.
Learn MoreSanta Rosa Plateau
The 9,000-acre ecological reserve with vernal pools and oak woodlands, a short drive away.
Learn MoreDining & Shopping
Education
Murrieta Valley Unified School District
Serves Murrieta students K-12 across elementary, middle, and high schools.
Learn MoreMurrieta High Schools
Vista Murrieta, Murrieta Valley, and Murrieta Mesa serve the city's students.
Transportation
I-215
Murrieta sits right along the 215 for easy commutes across the Inland Empire.
Riverside Transit Agency
RTA bus routes serve Murrieta and connect to the county network.
Learn MoreMetrolink Access
The Perris Valley Line and nearby transit centers connect Murrieta riders to regional rail.
Community & Events
Murrieta Special Events
Veterans Day Parade, Market Nights, Concerts in the Park, and holiday celebrations.
Learn MoreNeighborhoods & Communities in Murrieta
55+ Communities in Murrieta
From The Colony and Four Seasons to the Knolls neighborhoods, Cathy knows these active adult communities well.
The Colony
A guard-gated 55+ community in central Murrieta
Community Guide
Four Seasons at Murrieta
A K. Hovnanian 55+ community at the gateway to wine country
Community Guide
Spring Knolls
A quiet 55+ neighborhood in the Murrieta Knolls area
Community Guide
Golf Knolls
Golf-adjacent 55+ living in the Murrieta Knolls
Community Guide
Warm Spring Knolls
An established 55+ neighborhood in the Murrieta Knolls
Community Guide
A Local Agent Who Knows Murrieta
Cathy has sold homes throughout Murrieta for more than 33 years and knows its neighborhoods, its buyers, and its pricing street by street. She will give you an honest read on your home's value, your options, and a plan that fits.
Homes across Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula, Winchester, Wildomar, and Lake Elsinore vary widely in price, size, and character. Cathy will give you an honest read on your home's value and your options.
You Have Options in Murrieta. Let's Review Them.
Call, message, or book a time. Cathy will explain your options in plain English and help you find the path forward.
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