Rancho Bernardo real estate was a master plan built between the 1960s and the 1980s along golf courses and built into hills overlooking the valley. Homes on the north side overlook Lake Hodges and have a country feel Views are charming, overlooking Rancho Bernardo homes are in terrific condition, as are the developments and neighborhoods that make them up, as housing authorities keep strict detail on upkeep. This makes neighborhoods clean and ambient for residents, including families. Many college graduates live here, along with professionals and families.

Rancho Bernardo has a 685-acre business park hosting large hi-tech and financial companies such as Sony Electronics, Siemens, and Hewlett-Packard. The park employs approximately 50,000 workers and is eloquently landscaped for aesthetic design. Located just off Interstate 15, access is convenient and safe to workers commuting from outside the area.

Surrounding work areas are many stores, restaurants, and a number of services that make errands convenient for residents and commuters alike. The Rancho Bernardo Inn is famous for its four-star cuisine, service, and a beautiful golf course. Along with golf, residents enjoy a racquet club, six community centers, the Annual Art, Wine, and Food festival, and popular kids sports.

Family values in the area are very centered on education and safety. Poway School District houses Rancho Bernardo students and boasts some of the highest scores in all of California. A $193 million bond just passed will improve and create schools in the district. Local community college and state schools encourage continuing education and expanding culture.