Location
The Talega real estate market is one of the newest developments in
San Clemente and is located east off Interstate 5 at either Avenida Pico or Avenida Vista Hermosa. This community is also San Clemente’s most eastern community residing a little over 3 miles from the Pacific Ocean
Neighborhood Overview
Talega homes and condos in San Clemente were developed starting in 1999 with the final phases nearing completion today. Talega real estate is spread amongst 40 different builder tracts or subdivisions and range from starter homes to large semi-custom estates. Talega condos start from the $300,000s and range in size from 1,200-2,000 square feet, 2-3 bedrooms, and 1-2 car garages. Talega homes start from the $500,000s and range up to the high $1 million and offer 1,700 – 6,000 square feet, 3-7 bedrooms, 3-6 bathrooms, and 2-4 car garages. Many Talega homes sit on single-loaded cul-de-sacs making for little street traffic as well as sit on hillsides providing for amazing golf course, canyon, and/or ocean views.

Talega residents have lots to choose from both within the community and in the general vicinity of San Clemente in terms of outdoor activities, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Outdoor activities within Talega include the
Talega Swim and Athletic Club,
Talega Golf Club, and over 2000 acres of open space with 19 miles of hiking and biking trails. The
Talega Village Center features a high-end Ralphs, Sundried Tomato Café, Swirlz Frozen Yogurt, Panera Bread, and much more.
Talega Schools
Students living in Talega attend either
Vista Del Mar Elementary and Middle School or
San Clemente High School. In addition, there are preschools and private schools in the surrounding neighborhoods, which can be viewed in our San Clemente schools section.
Talega HOA & Property Tax
If you are considering Talega the place you want to call home, you should also be aware that the community has both HOA dues and Mello-Roos bonds. The
Talega Homeowner Association (HOA) includes community maintenance and access to the Talega Swim and Athletic Club and dues run approximately $150 per month. In addition, Talega condos include an additional HOA of approximately $200 per month for exterior maintenance and tract amenities such as pools, parks, and common areas. Because Talega has a Mello-Roos assessment, the average property tax is approximately 1.4-1.6%.
Talega Real Estate, Homes, and Condos for Sale