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Northwood Point
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Rent in Northwood Point
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Northwood Point is a planned residential village within Irvine, designed as a family-oriented community with tree-lined streets, parks, and a mix of single-family and multi-family housing. Like other master-planned villages in Irvine, it emphasizes curb appeal and common amenities over urban density.
The village centers around parks and recreational spaces rather than a dense commercial core. Its location in Irvine means reliable infrastructure, good schools, and consistent maintenance across the community.
Living here
Day-to-day life in Northwood Point revolves around a car. You can handle some errands on foot, but most trips require driving. The village has about 8 parks within a short walk, including Canyon Creek Park and Trailwood Park, which anchor outdoor life. Restaurants like Dada Shabu Shabu, GUI BBQ, and Pelicana Chicken are nearby, though you will drive to reach them.
Traffic here runs moderate, ranking in the lower half of the region. Air quality is below the state median for diesel PM exposure, which matters if you or family members are sensitive to air pollution. The village has very limited tree cover, a typical feature of newer Irvine developments, so shade and cool outdoor spaces are harder to find on hot days.
Who it's for
Northwood Point appeals to families and car-comfortable renters who prioritize parks, schools, and a planned community feel over walkable urbanism. It works best for people who do not rely on public transit and prefer quieter, suburban residential streets to mixed-use neighborhoods. If you need minimal commute times or want to avoid driving for groceries and dining, look elsewhere in Irvine or nearby areas.
Environment & livability
Air quality: below the California median for diesel PM exposure.
Air quality here is better than average for the state. Worth noting if you have respiratory sensitivities.
Traffic exposure: moderate traffic exposure, below the state median.
Traffic proximity here is better than average for California.
Tree cover: very limited tree cover, predominantly concrete.
Low canopy areas tend to run hotter and feel more exposed. Research links tree cover to lower ambient temperatures and improved pedestrian comfort.
Walkability: walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
A mixed walkability area. Good for quick trips on foot, but some destinations will require driving or transit.
Transit: minimal transit access, car strongly recommended.
Very infrequent or no meaningful transit nearby. Car dependency is high in this area.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
Who lives in Northwood Point
Population
1,009
Renters
24%
of households rent
Median age
37
Median income
$141k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Northwood Point
2 public schools sit inside this area · 2 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon View Elementary Elementary | K-6 | 79% | 80% |
| Eastwood Elementary Elementary | K-6 | 70% | 69% |
Source: California Dept. of Education (directory) and CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2025. We publish these figures as the state reports them and show the same table for every neighborhood. Saktoo does not rate schools, and school data is never part of a neighborhood match score. Attendance boundaries change — confirm the assigned school with the district before relying on it.
Around Northwood Point
Dada Shabu Shabu · GUI BBQ · Pelicana Chicken
Canyon Creek Park · Citrusglen Park · Eastwood Neighborhood Park · Eucalyptus Park
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What the census says about Northwood Point
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Northwood Point; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 29 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 63%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1986
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 3%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 12%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 95%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 56%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 3 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 1,493
- total housing units
Averaged across 3 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
Northwood Point in the regional index
How Northwood Point places when every neighborhood in LA and Orange County is scored the same way.
- Where growing up led to higher adult earnings
Ranks #1 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Where police report the fewest incidents
Ranks #20 of 254 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Tree cover, clean air, little traffic
Ranks #30 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car to live in Northwood Point?+
Yes. Transit access is minimal, and the village is designed for car travel. You can walk some errands, but a car is strongly recommended for daily life, shopping, and dining.
What parks are nearby?+
Northwood Point has about 8 parks within a short walk, including Canyon Creek Park, Trailwood Park, Windstream Park, and The Groves. These are the social and recreational heart of the village.
How is the air quality?+
Air quality ranks below the California median for diesel PM exposure. If you have respiratory concerns or allergies, this is worth noting before signing a lease.
What is the rent here?+
Current residents pay a median of about $3,500 per month. Northwood Point ranks among the pricier areas in the region for rent, though specific asking rates for new leases are not available. Budget accordingly if you are moving in.
Is Northwood Point walkable?+
Northwood Point ranks #230 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
What is the average rent in Northwood Point?+
Current residents of Northwood Point pay a median rent of about $3,501 per month (Census ACS). Asking rents for new leases typically run higher.
How is the air quality in Northwood Point?+
Northwood Point has below the California median for diesel PM exposure, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 38 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Northwood Point?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Northwood Point are Northwood, Westlake Village, North Newport Beach and Portola Springs.