Wildomar Neighborhood Guide
The Farm Homes & Neighborhood Guide in Wildomar, CA
The Farm is an established master-planned residential community in Wildomar, California, known for affordable country-style living, rolling terrain, mature trees, fruit orchards and extensive recreational amenities. It does not resemble a typical Southern California subdivision: it developed over many decades and contains an eclectic mix of manufactured and mobile homes, newer manufactured homes and conventional single-family homes within the broader Farm Specific Plan area. This guide covers The Farm's history, housing types, land ownership, amenities, HOA, schools, buying and selling.
The Farm at a Glance
The key facts about this established country-style community in one place.
City
Wildomar, CA
ZIP Code
92595
Original Specific Plan
1974
Community Style
Rural/country-inspired master-planned
Housing
Manufactured/mobile plus conventional single-family within the broader plan
Typical Era
1970s through newer replacement/construction
Land Ownership
Many homes include individually owned parcels
HOA
Farm Property Owners Association
55+
No
Common Area
Approximately 600 acres
Citrus Groves
Approximately 38 acres
Pools
3
Spas
2
Fishing
Catch-and-release pond
Trails
Yes
RV Storage
Yes, subject to availability/rules
Sports
Tennis, pickleball, basketball, baseball/soccer
Playgrounds
Yes
Amphitheater
Yes
Water/Sewer
Farm Mutual Water Company
Primary Appeal
Affordable country-style living with extensive amenities
What Is The Farm Like?
The Farm is an established master-planned residential community in Wildomar, California 92595, east of Interstate 15 in the Bundy Canyon area. It is known for a relaxed country atmosphere, rolling terrain, mature trees, fruit orchards and extensive recreational amenities. It does not resemble a typical Southern California subdivision: it developed over many decades and contains an eclectic mixture of residences, including older manufactured and mobile homes, newer manufactured homes, and conventional single-family homes in portions of the broader Farm Specific Plan area.
The City of Wildomar's planning documents describe the original vision as affordable housing with a rural atmosphere while still providing urban amenities, dating back to original planning in the 1970s. For buyers who want affordable country-style living, mature surroundings and access to roughly 600 acres of common area, citrus groves, pools, ponds, trails and sports facilities, The Farm is one of the most distinctive communities in the area.
If you're deciding between The Farm and other Wildomar or Murrieta communities, compare it with the Wildomar area guide and the Murrieta neighborhood guides.
Do Homeowners Own the Land?
This is one of the most important questions buyers ask about The Farm, and the answer is an important part of what makes the community different. Homes within the established Farm community are generally sold as real-property parcels with an Assessor's Parcel Number, meaning the purchase typically includes the underlying lot rather than leasing a pad in a traditional mobile-home park.
This appeals to buyers who want the affordability and flexibility of manufactured housing plus real estate ownership. Because every property is different, buyers should always confirm title, land ownership, foundation status and financing eligibility for the specific property they are considering.
Many Farm homes are sold together with their individual parcels of land.
A Long History, Built in Phases
Riverside County adopted The Farm Specific Plan No. 116 in 1974, when the development was originally known as the Bundy Canyon Mobile Home Community, focused primarily on mobile-home subdivisions with substantial recreation and open space. The original specific plan encompassed approximately 1,520 acres, allocating approximately 743 acres for residential use, 602 acres for open space and recreation, and approximately 165 acres for streets, contemplating more than 2,000 residential units across the broader plan area.
Homes and lots began being marketed in the late 1970s, with development continuing in phases through subsequent decades into the mid-1980s and beyond. That long history is why homes differ so dramatically from one another, and why the community feels so different from a newer tract development.
Housing Types in The Farm
Manufactured housing is a major part of the original and established Farm community, but not all homes in the broader plan area are manufactured. The earliest phases were mobile-home subdivisions; over the years older mobile homes were replaced, upgraded or supplemented with newer manufactured residences, while later portions of the broader plan incorporated more traditional single-family development. Current and recent property records show homes dating from the 1970s through the 2000s and beyond.
Home sizes range from under approximately 1,000 square feet to more than 3,000 square feet, with many manufactured homes roughly in the 1,200-to-2,000-square-foot range. Two- and three-bedroom homes are common, with larger configurations existing as well. Because each home was improved differently over time, condition varies more than in a newer tract, so buyers need to compare condition and improvements, not simply model year.
Foundations and Financing
Some homes have documented permanent foundations or recorded 433A foundation systems, while other older properties may have different foundation configurations. Foundation status, age of the home, HUD certification and other factors can affect whether the property qualifies for conventional, FHA, VA or certain manufactured-home loan programs.
Buyers should never assume financing eligibility because another home down the street qualified. Each property must be evaluated on its own foundation, age, certification and condition, and financing should be confirmed with a lender before making an offer.
Lots with Room to Spread Out
Many properties in The Farm offer more outdoor space than buyers might expect. Typical lots are around 6,000 to 9,000 square feet, with some properties significantly larger, for example one newer property on approximately 0.51 acre.
Depending on the parcel, a home may have room for gardens, patios, fruit trees, covered outdoor areas, sheds, garages, RV access, workshop space, play areas or other outdoor improvements, all subject to City and Farm Property Owners Association requirements.
A Country Atmosphere
Street names reinforce The Farm's rural identity, and the community map uses agricultural imagery identifying its orange, lemon and grapefruit groves.
There are hills, large mature trees, open common areas, ponds, walking paths and patches of citrus groves throughout the neighborhood, giving the community a genuinely rural character that is rare so close to Murrieta and Temecula services.
Citrus Groves and Common Area
The Farm Property Owners Association lists approximately 38 acres of citrus groves among its community amenities, with orange, grapefruit and lemon trees spread through parts of the neighborhood. Residents frequently mention the groves and fruit as features they particularly enjoy.
The FPOA also reports approximately 600 acres of common area, which helps explain why The Farm feels less dense than an ordinary residential neighborhood. Substantial portions of the community are preserved for open land, groves, recreation, trails, ponds and other community uses.
The citrus groves are a defining community amenity, and residents regularly reference enjoying fruit from the groves. Current Association rules regarding harvesting should be followed.
Amenities and Recreation
Official FPOA lists include a broad range of amenities that make The Farm appealing to a wide cross-section of homeowners rather than exclusively a retirement-oriented manufactured-home neighborhood:
- Approximately 600 acres of common area
- About 38 acres of citrus groves
- An outdoor amphitheater
- Three community swimming pools
- Two spas
- A catch-and-release fishing pond
- A baseball/soccer field
- A basketball court
- A tennis court
- Designated RV storage areas
- Hiking trails and picnic areas
- Two children's play areas
- Pickleball and a dog park (per current listing information)
Pools, Ponds, Trails and Sports
The Farm's recreation extends well beyond a single pool or park.
The Barn and Community Life
The Farm's Barn serves as a community gathering and meeting location, with the Barn/library facilities that may be reserved by qualifying residents. The Farm publishes its own monthly Farm Gazette communicating events, meetings, activities and neighborhood information, giving the community a small-neighborhood atmosphere.
RV Storage, Garages and Parking
The Farm is popular with buyers who want room for recreational vehicles and outdoor equipment.
The Farm Property Owners Association
Homes are governed by the Farm Property Owners Association (FPOA), which maintains and oversees community recreational facilities, common areas, citrus groves, architectural standards and neighborhood amenities. The Farm has a comparatively modest monthly Property Owners Association assessment; current dues should always be verified before purchase because HOA fees and assessments can change.
The FPOA's Architectural Control Committee oversees exterior modifications and maintenance standards. Buyers planning fencing, construction of a garage, exterior material changes, an RV enclosure or other substantial exterior improvements should review current ACC rules before purchasing.
Water and Sewer
The community has its own utility entity, The Farm Mutual Water Company, providing water and sewer services to members within the community. The water system connects with Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District.
The Farm has established water and sewer infrastructure rather than relying on individual residential wells and septic systems throughout the community. Specific service charges should be reviewed during purchase.
Location and Nearby Areas
The Farm is in Wildomar, California 92595, east of Interstate 15 in the Bundy Canyon area. It is quiet and almost rural while remaining convenient to Wildomar shopping and services, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, Interstate 15 and Interstate 215. For buyers who want a more relaxed setting without moving to a truly remote rural property, The Farm offers a distinctive middle ground.
Actual travel times vary considerably depending upon traffic, time of day and destination, so buyers with a regular commute should test the route during the hours they expect to travel.
Schools Serving The Farm
The Farm is generally within the Lake Elsinore Unified School District. School attendance boundaries should always be verified for the individual address because boundaries and assignments can change. Buyers should confirm the current school assignment for the specific property they are considering before purchasing.
Not a 55+ Community
The Farm is not an age-restricted 55+ community, and residents can include households of many ages. Because the combination of manufactured housing and established homes sometimes leads buyers to assume it is a senior community, it is worth stating explicitly: The Farm is open to households of all ages.
Not a Traditional Mobile-Home Park
Although manufactured housing makes up a significant portion of the original neighborhood, The Farm was developed as a master-planned residential community rather than a rental-space mobile-home park, and many homes are sold together with their individual parcels of land.
Affordable Country-Style Living
Relative to many conventional single-family neighborhoods in Southwest Riverside County, The Farm can provide an attractive entry point into homeownership, particularly for buyers willing to consider manufactured housing. Current listing data frequently shows Farm properties priced below many newer Wildomar and Murrieta detached-home alternatives, though individual values depend heavily on home age, foundation, remodeling, garage configuration, lot size and location.
What makes The Farm distinctive is that this affordability comes with access to approximately 600 acres of common area, citrus groves, three pools, ponds, trails, sports facilities, RV options, mature surroundings and owned-land opportunities. It is affordable country-style living, not simply lower-priced housing.
Older Homes Can Be Extensively Updated
Many properties in The Farm have undergone significant remodeling, with current listings showing updated kitchens, dual-pane windows, remodeled bathrooms, newer roofs, solar systems, modern flooring, tankless water heaters and other contemporary improvements.
Because each homeowner has improved their property differently, condition varies more than in a newer tract. Buyers need to compare condition and improvements, not simply model year.
What to Investigate Before Buying
Because every Farm property is different, buyers should work through a thorough investigation list before making an offer:
Who The Farm Fits Best
The Farm tends to appeal to buyers who want something different from a standard subdivision:
First-time buyers and those who want an affordable entry point into homeownership often appreciate the mix of owned land, mature surroundings and extensive amenities. Our First-Time Buyers guide walks through the process, including what to verify on properties like those in The Farm.
Buying a Home in The Farm
If you are considering buying in The Farm, it is helpful to compare more than the asking price. Team Integrity Realty helps buyers evaluate factors such as:
The goal is not simply to determine whether a buyer qualifies to purchase the home. The goal is to understand what the home is likely to cost, what is being purchased and how it compares with other available options before making a decision.
Selling a Home in The Farm
If you're wondering, "What is my home worth?" an accurate valuation should consider more than an automated estimate. Even within the same community, buyers may place different values on homes based on:
Team Integrity Realty also pays attention to current competition, not simply past sales. Because Farm homes vary so much in age, foundation, condition and improvements, comparing like-for-like properties is especially important when pricing a home for sale.
Selling a home involves decisions about pricing, preparation, disclosures and timing. Our Murrieta Home Selling Guide walks through the full process.
Thinking About Selling Your Farm Home?
A strong pricing strategy starts with understanding both your home and the competition buyers will see when your property goes on the market. A personalized Farm property review considers home age and type, foundation status, remodeling, garage configuration, lot size, condition and permitted additions against current competing inventory and recent comparable sales.
The Farm FAQs
Common questions about location, history, housing types, land ownership, amenities and living in The Farm.
Where is The Farm in Wildomar?
The Farm is an established master-planned residential community in Wildomar, California 92595, east of Interstate 15 in the Bundy Canyon area. It is quiet and almost rural while remaining convenient to Wildomar shopping and services, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, Interstate 15 and Interstate 215.
When was The Farm developed?
Riverside County adopted The Farm Specific Plan No. 116 in 1974, when the development was originally known as the Bundy Canyon Mobile Home Community. Homes and lots began being marketed in the late 1970s, with development continuing in phases through subsequent decades into the mid-1980s and beyond. That long history is why homes differ so dramatically from one another.
Are homes in The Farm mobile homes?
Manufactured housing is a major part of the original and established Farm community, but not all homes in the broader plan area are manufactured. The earliest phases were mobile-home subdivisions; over the years older mobile homes were replaced, upgraded or supplemented with newer manufactured residences, while later portions of the broader plan incorporated more traditional single-family development. Current and recent property records show homes dating from the 1970s through the 2000s and beyond.
Do homeowners own the land?
Homes within the established Farm community are generally sold as real-property parcels with an Assessor's Parcel Number, meaning the purchase typically includes the underlying lot rather than leasing a pad in a traditional mobile-home park. This appeals to buyers who want the affordability and flexibility of manufactured housing plus real estate ownership. Buyers should always confirm title, land ownership, foundation status and financing eligibility for the specific property.
Does The Farm have an HOA?
Yes. Homes are governed by the Farm Property Owners Association (FPOA), which maintains and oversees community recreational facilities, common areas, citrus groves, architectural standards and neighborhood amenities. The Farm has a comparatively modest monthly Property Owners Association assessment; current dues should always be verified before purchase because HOA fees and assessments can change.
What amenities does The Farm have?
Official FPOA lists include approximately 600 acres of common area, about 38 acres of citrus groves, an amphitheater, three swimming pools, two spas, a catch-and-release fishing pond, a baseball/soccer field, a basketball court, a tennis court, RV storage, hiking trails, picnic areas and two children's play areas. Current listing information also identifies pickleball, a dog park and other recreational facilities.
Can residents pick fruit?
The citrus groves are a defining community amenity, and residents regularly reference enjoying fruit from the groves. Current Association rules regarding harvesting should be followed.
Does The Farm have RV parking?
Yes. The community provides designated RV storage areas for qualifying residents, with dedicated spaces for motor homes, fifth wheels, boats on trailers and certain recreational equipment. Spaces are assigned according to Association procedures and availability. There are also rules governing RV storage on individual lots, generally requiring RVs stored at a residence to be set back or screened according to Farm standards.
Are there garages in The Farm?
Parking configurations vary enormously, with carports, attached garages, detached garages, oversized driveways, side-yard parking and, in some cases, RV access. Some older residences were built without garages, while other owners have constructed substantial garage improvements.
Is The Farm a 55+ community?
No. The Farm is not an age-restricted 55+ community, and residents can include households of many ages. Because the combination of manufactured housing and established homes sometimes leads buyers to assume it is a senior community, it is worth stating explicitly that The Farm is open to households of all ages.
Are there community pools?
Yes. There are three community pool facilities located in different areas, identified in current POA rules as Pool 1 (The Farm Road), Pool 2 (The Barn) and Pool 3 (Wagon Train Drive). The Barn and Wagon Train pools operate year-round under current schedules, with heating and operating periods varying seasonally. The primary Barn spa is maintained for year-round use per the published pool and spa schedule.
Is there fishing?
The Association identifies the Main Pond as a catch-and-release fishing area, and the community map shows multiple ponds and waterfall areas.
Is The Farm close to Murrieta?
Yes. The Farm is in Wildomar, California 92595, east of Interstate 15 in the Bundy Canyon area, convenient to Wildomar shopping and services, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, Interstate 15 and Interstate 215. It offers a more relaxed setting without moving to a truly remote rural property.
Local Real Estate Guidance from Team Integrity Realty
Laura Holbert and Cheryl Shadden are California real estate brokers with Team Integrity Realty, serving Murrieta, Temecula and Southwest Riverside County, including Wildomar and The Farm. Their approach focuses on helping buyers understand the complete cost and ownership details of a property and helping sellers position their homes using current market data, strategic marketing and negotiation.
Laura Holbert
Real Estate Broker, REALTOR® · CA DRE# 01932682
(951) 704-4635 Laura@TeamIntegrityRealty.comLooking for a Home in The Farm?
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Laura Holbert, Real Estate Broker, REALTOR® · CA DRE# 01932682 · Cheryl Shadden · CA DRE# 01932888 · Team Integrity Realty