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Dana Point

Dana Point

A highly sought-after coastal community with a lively harbor, charming walkable downtown, and stunning beaches.

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Welcome to Dana Point

A highly sought-after coastal community with a lively harbor, charming walkable downtown, and stunning beaches. Known for its luxury coastal homes, world-class sailing, and breathtaking ocean views, Dana Point offers a relaxed yet upscale Southern California lifestyle.
 

MONARCH BAY

 
Monarch Bay in Dana Point offers an exclusive, private beach club lifestyle with direct coastal access and a resort-like atmosphere. This guard-gated community includes around 410 homes, many with sweeping ocean views and a strong sense of privacy. At its center, the Monarch Beach Club provides lounges, dining, and oceanfront spaces perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Pacific sunsets. Residents also benefit from bluff-top walking paths, nearby Salt Creek Beach, and proximity to luxury destinations like the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, creating a refined coastal lifestyle.
 

THE STRAND

 
The Strand at Headlands in Dana Point offers an exclusive coastal lifestyle with direct beach access, sweeping ocean views, and modern luxury. This gated community features around 118 custom homes, designed to complement the natural beauty of the coastline. Residents enjoy Strands Beach, bluff-top walking trails, and panoramic Pacific vistas just steps from their front doors. Its location near the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach provides a refined yet relaxed Southern California lifestyle where privacy, design, and the ocean come together.
 

NIGUEL SHORES

 
Niguel Shores is a highly regarded, guard-gated coastal community in Dana Point with approximately 960 homes spread across nine distinct neighborhoods. Set atop oceanfront bluffs, it offers private beach access through Beach Bluff Park with trails leading to Strands Beach and Salt Creek Beach. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, junior Olympic pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and scenic ocean-view greenbelts. Its prime location next to the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach makes Niguel Shores one of Dana Point’s most desirable coastal neighborhoods.
 

RITZ COVE

 
Ritz Cove is an intimate, guard-gated coastal community in Dana Point with just over 100 custom luxury homes. Ideally located beside the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, it offers convenient access to world-class dining, resort amenities, and coastal experiences. Residents enjoy private beach access to Salt Creek Beach, along with dramatic bluff-top streets and sweeping ocean or golf course views from many homes. With thoughtfully landscaped surroundings and a mix of architectural styles, Ritz Cove represents refined and private coastal living.
 

CAPISTRANO BEACH

 
Capistrano Beach is a laid-back coastal neighborhood in Dana Point offering an authentic Southern California beach lifestyle. The community includes around 1,400 homes, ranging from charming beach cottages to modern coastal and custom ocean-view residences. Mostly ungated and without an HOA, it appeals to buyers seeking flexibility and a strong neighborhood feel. Residents enjoy easy access to beaches, coastal trails, Pines Park, Dana Point Harbor, nearby San Clemente, and a variety of dining, shopping, and resort amenities.
 

LANTERN DISTRICT

 
The Lantern District is a lively, walkable neighborhood in Dana Point that combines residential charm with immediate access to the city’s downtown shops and dining. Home to approximately 700 residences, it offers a mix of coastal cottages, Mediterranean-style homes, and contemporary properties, many with harbor or ocean views. Tree-lined streets lead directly to boutique stores, popular restaurants, and waterfront attractions, with the beach and harbor just minutes away. Known for its strong sense of community and everyday convenience, the Lantern District delivers one of Orange County’s most sought-after downtown coastal lifestyles.
 

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Overview for Dana Point, CA

32,883 people live in Dana Point, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $78,103. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,883

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$78,103

Average individual Income

Around Dana Point, CA

There's plenty to do around Dana Point, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
45
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
32
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Revital Exotic Jewelry & Apparel, Kristin Nicole Fitness, and Kg Beach Camps.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 0.69 miles 39 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.64 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.88 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.83 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.52 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.56 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Dana Point, CA

Dana Point has 13,952 households, with an average household size of 2.34. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Dana Point do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,883 people call Dana Point home. The population density is 5,068.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,883

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48

Median Age

48.78 / 51.22%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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75+ Years

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  • High School Degree
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13,952

Total Households

2.34

Average Household Size

$78,103

Average individual Income

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Dana Point, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Dana Point. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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