Family / Mixed · Orange County, CA
Tustin
Old Town roots and brand-new legacy neighborhoods, side by side
Tustin pairs one of Orange County's prettiest small downtowns with some of its newest homes: the former Marine Corps air station at Tustin Legacy has become one of the region's hottest master-planned addresses. Buyers can choose a historic 1920s bungalow near Heritage Hall or a brand-new townhome with the latest floor plan, all within minutes of Irvine and John Wayne Airport.
Life in Tustin
The honest local read
The two Tustins feel different on purpose. Old Town hums with farmers markets, the historic theater, and family-run restaurants; Tustin Legacy and the newer Columbus Grove and Tustin Ranch communities deliver modern parks, pools, and HOA amenities. For families, the school district and the central location matter: Irvine jobs, South Coast shopping, and both Disneyland and the beaches are close.
Best suited for
- First-time buyers
- Growing families
- Buyers who want new construction
- Irvine-adjacent commuters
What insiders know
- Tustin Legacy is built on the former Marine Corps Air Station site with brand-new housing
- Old Town Tustin is a designated historic district with a lively restaurant scene
- The 5, 55, and 261 roads put Irvine, Newport, and Anaheim all within easy reach
- Historic hangars at the Legacy are a local landmark unmistakable from the freeway
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