The Heartbeat of Rancho Mission Viejo
If Sendero started the story, Esencia is where the energy soared! Built between 2015 and 2020 across roughly 890 acres, Esencia is the largest completed village in Rancho Mission Viejo, with over 2,800 homes ranging from sleek townhomes and spacious single-family residences to 55+ Gavilan communities featuring single-story living and their own exclusive amenities.
Esencia is known for its Hilltop Club—a resident favorite with a swanky bar, fitness center, arcade, and stunning pool with panoramic views. Add in South Paw Dog Park, the Esencia Sports Park—with pickle ball courts, Pavilion Park, and scenic trails winding past Canyon Coffee and Oak Canyon Preserve, and you’ve got a lifestyle that’s anything but ordinary.
Top-rated Esencia K–8 School sits right in the heart of the village, making morning drop-offs a breeze. Nearby shopping includes Sendero Marketplace, the Outlets at San Clemente, and charming spots in Ladera Ranch and San Juan Capistrano. You’re also just minutes from the 241 Toll Road, I-5, and the beach!
Esencia is buzzing with community events—from Rodeo Roundup and Harvest on the Ranch to weekly food trucks and seasonal pop-ups. Whether you’re cruising in your NEV (neighborhood electric vehicle), picking up fresh produce at the Ranch’s Farmer’s Market (every 1st & 3rd Saturday), or just relaxing with neighbors under a sunset sky, Esencia brings people together.
Why live here? It’s vibrant, social, scenic, and stylish—truly the heartbeat of RMV. 🧡
