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North Silverado Hills
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North Silverado Hills is a quiet, residential area in Orange County marked by tree-lined streets and low-density neighborhoods. It sits in one of the region's cleanest air zones, ranking second of 318 comparable Orange County areas for air quality. This is suburban living at its core, with wide-open spaces and mature tree canopy covering about a third of the land.
The area ranks among Orange County's most car-dependent neighborhoods, with minimal walkability and no nearby Metro rail service. Public transit exists but runs infrequently, making a personal vehicle essential for daily errands and commuting. Conversely, traffic exposure is low here, and residents benefit from some of the region's best air quality.
Living here
Day-to-day life in North Silverado Hills revolves around driving. Grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops are not within a short walk, so you will need a car for almost everything. The tradeoff is peaceful, low-traffic streets, clean air, and plenty of greenery. It is a place built for quiet family living rather than walkable urban convenience.
This area works best for renters with flexible commutes or those working from home who can tolerate driving for necessities. The median rent paid by current residents is around $1,600, which ranks 30th of 210 Orange County neighborhoods, though this figure includes long-term tenants and may not reflect what you will pay on a new lease.
Who it's for
North Silverado Hills suits families or professionals who prioritize peace, clean air, and nature over convenience and walkability. You should be comfortable driving to stores and services and either have a flexible work schedule or an easy commute elsewhere. If you need to walk to daily amenities or prefer transit access, this area will feel isolating.
Environment & livability
Air quality: cleaner air than most of California.
Long-term diesel PM exposure is linked to elevated respiratory and cardiovascular risk. This area is well below the state median.
Traffic exposure: low traffic corridor exposure.
Lower traffic proximity means less diesel exhaust, road noise, and pedestrian hazard from passing vehicles.
Tree cover: good tree cover, with streets likely shaded.
Tree canopy reduces surface temperatures, absorbs noise, and is consistently linked to lower stress and higher neighborhood satisfaction in urban psychology research.
Walkability: car-dependent area with very limited walkable access.
Designed primarily for driving. Daily errands on foot are difficult. Transit may partially substitute depending on your commute.
Transit: limited transit, infrequent service in this area.
Transit exists but headways are long enough that a car or bike is more practical for most daily trips.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
Who lives in North Silverado Hills
Population
899
Renters
15%
of households rent
Median age
42
Median income
$92k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there public transit to this area?+
North Silverado Hills has limited, infrequent transit service and no Metro rail stations nearby. A car is necessary for reliable transportation.
Can I walk to grocery stores or restaurants?+
No. The area ranks 317th of 319 in walkability, meaning almost all errands require driving. Amenities are scattered and not within convenient walking distance.
What is the air quality like?+
North Silverado Hills has excellent air quality, ranking 2nd of 318 Orange County areas. It is one of the cleanest zones in the region.
How much traffic is there?+
Traffic is very light here, ranking 4th of 317 Orange County areas for low congestion. Streets are generally quiet and uncongested.
Is North Silverado Hills walkable?+
North Silverado Hills ranks #344 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, car-dependent area with very limited walkable access.
What is the average rent in North Silverado Hills?+
Current residents of North Silverado Hills pay a median rent of about $1,600 per month (Census ACS). Asking rents for new leases typically run higher.
How is the air quality in North Silverado Hills?+
North Silverado Hills has cleaner air than most of California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 2 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to North Silverado Hills?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to North Silverado Hills are East OC Hills, West Silverado Hills, Rancho Mission Viejo Foothills and Sierra Madre.