4S Ranch: Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide
A master-planned community west of Rancho Bernardo, known for highly rated Poway Unified schools and the 4S Commons town center.
4S Ranch is a master-planned community in unincorporated San Diego County, west of I-15 and Rancho Bernardo, in ZIP 92127. Newland Communities developed it on about 2,300 acres of former ranch land. In September 2026 the 92127 median detached sale was $1,900,000 (GSDAR). 4S Ranch has about 3,300 detached homes and 1,700 attached homes such as condos, townhomes and apartments (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024).
Boundary: approximate neighborhood outline by Jamile Storck and Jed Bratt. Map tiles © Esri, HERE, Garmin, USGS, NGA, EPA, USDA, NPS, © OpenStreetMap contributors.
4S Ranch Market · September 2026
ZIP 92127 · compared with September 2025
Source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update for 92127 (Rancho Bernardo West), September 2026 (current as of Oct 5, 2026). Sept 2025 figures are as shown in the same report. All data from the San Diego MLS. Medians do not account for sale concessions. Small sample sizes can swing percentages.
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Living in 4S Ranch
The vibe
4S Ranch was built mostly in the late 1990s and 2000s, with single-family homes, townhomes and condos around parks and trails. Families often choose it for its Poway Unified schools.
Source: Wikipedia, 4S Ranch, California.
Things to do
4S Commons Town Center has grocery stores, restaurants and shops, and the neighborhood parks and trails link to nearby Black Mountain Open Space Park.
Source: San Diego County Parks.
Schools
Stone Ranch Elementary
Grades K-5
Monterey Ridge Elementary
Grades K-5
Oak Valley Middle
Grades 6-8
Del Norte High
Grades 9-12
Ratings out of 10: ELA and math = % of students meeting or exceeding the 2025 CAASPP standard, divided by 10; overall = average of the two. Source: California Dept. of Education (caaspp-elpac.ets.org). School assignment changes, so confirm with the district before you buy.
Getting around
Camino del Norte connects 4S Ranch to I-15, and SR-56 is just south via Camino del Sur. Downtown San Diego is about 30 minutes south without traffic.
Source: Caltrans.
Neighborhood Insight
The 4S Ranch Library, at 10433 Reserve Dr, opened on April 26, 2007. The 4S name comes from the livestock brand of the four members of the Stowe family, registered in 1918.
Source: San Diego County Library.
Around 4S Ranch
4S Ranch FAQ
Where is 4S Ranch?
4S Ranch is in unincorporated San Diego County, west of I-15 and Rancho Bernardo and north of Del Sur, in ZIP 92127.
What was the median home price in 4S Ranch in September 2026?
For ZIP 92127, the September 2026 median sale price was $1,900,000 for detached homes and $859,500 for attached homes (GSDAR Local Market Update). ZIP 92127 also includes Rancho Bernardo west of I-15, Del Sur and Santaluz.
How long are 4S Ranch homes taking to sell?
In September 2026, detached homes in 92127 sold in a median of 30 days and attached homes in 36 days (GSDAR).
Which schools serve 4S Ranch?
Poway Unified runs Stone Ranch and Monterey Ridge Elementary, Oak Valley Middle and Del Norte High. Check your exact address with Poway Unified.
Where does the name 4S Ranch come from?
The name comes from the livestock brand of the four members of the Stowe family, registered in 1918.
Is there a library in 4S Ranch?
Yes. The 4S Ranch Library is at 10433 Reserve Dr.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in 4S Ranch?
Jamile Storck (DRE 01920597) and Jed Bratt (DRE 01891062) help buyers and sellers in 4S Ranch and across North County.
Neighborhoods Nearby
Twelve neighborhoods closest to 4S Ranch, with Sept 2026 median sale prices by ZIP from GSDAR.
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