Turtle Rock is a residential master-planned community in Irvine, five miles from downtown.

It sits in the San Joaquin Hills and is adjacent to both UC Irvine and Concordia University Irvine.

“It’s quiet, safe, accessible to everything, yet secluded, with a vibrant university around the corner.” —Christopher R., resident

The neighborhood is capped by the namesake Turtle Rock.

Built since the 1960s, the neighborhood’s homes range from ranchers to French Mediterranean mansions.

There’s not much public transportation around here. A car is pretty much required to leave the neighborhood.

Most homes have multi-car garages, so parking on the street isn’t common.

“People are constantly walking their dogs. It’s a very dog-friendly area with plenty of sidewalks and trails.” —W.C., resident

Turtle Rock has a community center, nature center, and several neighborhood parks.

“There are great, scenic places to walk. You see lots of residents cycling, walking, jogging, or hiking.” —Maxine T., resident

Friday morning at Turtle Rock Community Park.