What is the difference between Elms and Ivy?

Both are Taylor Morrison 2015 builds sharing three architectural styles and the same HOA. Elms has 86 larger homes (2,768-3,190 sq ft, 4-5 BR) with front-entry garages. Ivy has 62 smaller homes (1,985-2,252 sq ft, 3-4 BR) with rear-alley garages.

What community amenities come with Elms and Ivy homes?

Elms and Ivy don't have a private community recreation center. Residents access broader PHR amenities: the PHR Recreation Center, 1,300 acres of preserved habitat, multi-use trail system, the walkable Village at PHR, and community park.

What schools serve Elms and Ivy?

Del Mar Union School District (K-8) and San Dieguito Union High School District. Pacific Trails Middle School and Canyon Crest Academy are within walking distance.

There are no active Elms or Ivy listings at this time.

Between the two Taylor Morrison neighborhoods, Elms & Ivy comprise 148 homes total. With average days-on-market historically around 5 days, well-priced listings move quickly. In the meantime, explore homes for sale in these nearby Pacific Highlands Ranch communities:

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Taylor Morrison · 2015 · 148 Homes · Walkable Village-Adjacent

Elms & Ivy Homes For Sale in Pacific Highlands Ranch

Q: Who built Elms and Ivy?

Both Elms and Ivy were built by Taylor Morrison in 2015. This was Taylor Morrison's Pacific Highlands Ranch debut — the first non-Pardee residential builder in PHR since Barratt American built Costa Del Sol in 2002.

Q: How does the low HOA compare to other PHR communities?

Elms and Ivy carry an approximate HOA of $124/month — among the lowest in Pacific Highlands Ranch, reflecting the simpler amenity structure offset by walkable proximity to PHR's shared amenities.

Taylor Morrison's PHR debut — 148 detached homes across two adjacent Village-adjacent neighborhoods. Elms (86 larger homes, 2,768–3,190 sq. ft.) and Ivy (62 smaller homes, 1,985–2,252 sq. ft.), sharing three architectural styles and a walkable location.

About Elms & Ivy in Pacific Highlands Ranch

Elms and Ivy are two adjacent Taylor Morrison neighborhoods within Pacific Highlands Ranch, both built in 2015 and marketed as a paired community. Together they comprise 148 detached two-story single-family homes across roughly 26 acres just off Village Center Loop Road — giving residents an unusually walkable position within the master-plan. The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch, Pacific Trails Middle School, and Canyon Crest Academy all sit within short walking distance.

What makes Elms & Ivy interesting in the PHR context is that they were Taylor Morrison's PHR debut — the first non-Pardee neighborhood in the master-plan since Costa Del Sol (Barratt American, 2002). Taylor Morrison brought a different design sensibility to PHR: three architectural exterior styles (Classic Americana, Coastal Cottage, and Monterey), each with four color scheme options. The result was a streetscape with genuine visual variety rather than the more uniform Pardee production feel elsewhere in PHR.

The two neighborhoods share the same HOA, the same 2015 build quality, and the same architectural sensibility — but they serve meaningfully different buyer profiles. Elms (86 larger homes with front-entry garages) is the more spacious tier. Ivy (62 smaller homes with rear-alley garages) is the more accessible tier. For buyers comparing Elms & Ivy to other PHR options, Sez Sezer can walk you through which side better fits your needs and current availability.

A New Builder in Pacific Highlands Ranch

“Elms & Ivy were Taylor Morrison's Pacific Highlands Ranch debut — introducing a genuinely new design sensibility to a master-plan that had been almost entirely Pardee.”

When Elms & Ivy opened in 2015, they were the first non-Pardee residential builder to enter PHR since Barratt American built Costa Del Sol in 2002. Taylor Morrison brought three distinct architectural exterior styles (Classic Americana, Coastal Cottage, Monterey) and four color scheme options per style — creating a streetscape with real visual variety that stood apart from PHR's more uniform Pardee production feel.

Elms vs. Ivy — Two Personalities, One Community

Same builder, same year, same architectural styles — but meaningfully different in size, garage configuration, and buyer profile.

The Larger Tier

Elms

86 Homes · Front-Entry Garages

Home Size2,768–3,190 sq. ft.

Bedrooms4–5

Lot SizeUp to 0.12 acres

Garage StyleFront-entry

StreetsFive

Best for growing families and buyers wanting more square footage. Streets: Peach Tree Way, Sycamore Lane, Autumn Gold Way, Banyan Way, Red Oak Way.

The Accessible Tier

Ivy

62 Homes · Rear-Alley Garages

Home Size1,985–2,252 sq. ft.

Bedrooms3–4

Bathrooms2–3

Garage StyleRear-alley (2-car)

StreetsEight

Best for buyers wanting Village adjacency at a more accessible price. Rear-alley design keeps the streetscape pedestrian-friendly (similar to Portico and Hampton Lane).

Shared Design Sensibility

Three Architectural Styles Across Both Neighborhoods

Taylor Morrison deployed three distinct exterior styles across Elms and Ivy, each available in four color schemes — giving the combined streetscape genuine variety while maintaining a cohesive design language:

Classic Americana

Traditional American aesthetic with front porches and classic detailing

Coastal Cottage

Beach-inspired detailing with lighter palettes and horizontal siding

Monterey

California-Spanish influence with stucco, tile, and warm tones

Community Amenities

Elms & Ivy don't have their own private recreation center — but the exceptional walkability to Pacific Highlands Ranch master-plan amenities more than compensates.

Village WalkabilityThe Village at PHR (Trader Joe's, dining) within walking distance
School WalkabilityPacific Sky Elementary, Pacific Trails Middle, Canyon Crest Academy all walkable
PHR Recreation CenterJunior Olympic pool, spa, fitness room, water play area
Community ParkPlayground, sports fields, dog-friendly, walkable
1,300 Acres Preserved HabitatSurrounded by protected natural open space
Multi-Use Trail SystemHiking and biking trails throughout PHR
Low HOAApproximately $124/month — among the lowest in PHR
Grass Common SpacesOpen grass areas with picnic benches within the community

A Coastal-Close, Walkable Location

Elms & Ivy sit off Village Center Loop Road within Pacific Highlands Ranch — delivering one of the most walkable positions in the entire master-plan. Beach and freeway access are also strong.

The Village at PHR

Trader Joe's, dining, boutiques — walkable

PHR Recreation Center

Short walk from both neighborhoods

Pacific Trails Middle

Walking distance

Canyon Crest Academy

Walking distance

Del Mar & La Jolla Beaches

~5 miles to the Pacific

SR-56 Access

Direct freeway on/off ramp

Torrey Pines / Sorrento Mesa

Biotech & tech employment nearby

Del Mar Highlands & One Paseo

Premier shopping centers nearby

Schools Near Elms & Ivy

Elms & Ivy are served by the Del Mar Union School District (K–8) and the San Dieguito Union High School District. Notably, both Pacific Trails Middle School and Canyon Crest Academy are within walking distance — a significant lifestyle differentiator for families.

Elementary

Pacific Sky Elementary
Sycamore Ridge Elementary
Solana Ranch Elementary

Middle School

Pacific Trails Middle School (walkable)
Carmel Valley Middle School

High School

Canyon Crest Academy (walkable)
Torrey Pines High School
Cathedral Catholic (Private)

Frequently Asked Questions About Elms & Ivy

Who built Elms and Ivy?

Both Elms and Ivy were built by Taylor Morrison in 2015. This was Taylor Morrison's Pacific Highlands Ranch debut — the first non-Pardee residential builder in PHR since Barratt American built Costa Del Sol in 2002.

What's the difference between Elms and Ivy?

Both neighborhoods are Taylor Morrison 2015 builds sharing three architectural styles and the same HOA. The difference is size and garage configuration: Elms has 86 larger homes (2,768–3,190 sq. ft., 4–5 BR) with front-entry garages, while Ivy has 62 smaller homes (1,985–2,252 sq. ft., 3–4 BR) with rear-alley garages. Elms is the larger tier; Ivy is the more accessible tier.

How many homes are in Elms & Ivy combined?

148 detached two-story single-family homes total — 86 in Elms and 62 in Ivy.

What architectural styles are available?

Three architectural styles are used across both Elms and Ivy: Classic Americana, Coastal Cottage, and Monterey. Each style is available in four color scheme options, giving the combined streetscape genuine variety while maintaining cohesive design.

Why is Elms & Ivy so walkable?

The community sits off Village Center Loop Road within Pacific Highlands Ranch. The Village at PHR (Trader Joe's, dining, retail), Pacific Sky Elementary, Pacific Trails Middle School, Canyon Crest Academy, the PHR Recreation Center, and the community park are all within short walking distance. This walkability is a significant lifestyle differentiator — rare among PHR communities farther from the Village.

How does the low HOA compare to other PHR communities?

Elms & Ivy carry an approximate HOA of $124/month — among the lowest in Pacific Highlands Ranch. This reflects the community's simpler amenity structure (no private pool or rec center) offset by the walkable proximity to PHR's shared amenities.

Is there anything to be aware of about the location?

The community is adjacent to SR-56 — giving buyers direct freeway access but potentially exposing homes closer to the highway to road noise. Homes along the SR-56-facing perimeter (particularly some on Autumn Gold Way) may experience noise. During your due diligence, tour homes at different times of day and consider the specific position within the community. Contact Sez Sezer for guidance on which street positions best fit your priorities.

How does Elms & Ivy compare to other PHR neighborhoods?

Elms & Ivy's distinctive angles: Taylor Morrison build (not Pardee), three architectural styles with color variety, exceptional walkability to Village and schools, and one of the lowest HOAs in PHR. For Pardee alternatives at similar 2015 build years, see Casabella, Canterra, and Verana.

What community amenities come with Elms & Ivy homes?

Elms & Ivy don't have a private community recreation center. Instead, residents access broader PHR amenities including the PHR Recreation Center (Junior Olympic pool, spa, fitness room, water play area), 1,300 acres of preserved habitat, multi-use trail system, drought-tolerant landscaping, the walkable Village at PHR, and community park. Within the community, small grass common spaces with picnic benches offer casual gathering spots.

What schools serve Elms & Ivy?

Elms & Ivy are served by the Del Mar Union School District (K–8) and San Dieguito Union High School District. Notably, Pacific Trails Middle School and Canyon Crest Academy are within walking distance — a significant differentiator for families. Other high school options include Torrey Pines High School and the private Cathedral Catholic.

Are there homes for sale in Elms & Ivy right now?

Current listings appear directly on this page when active. Historical data shows extremely fast turnover — average days-on-market has run around 5 days for well-priced listings. If no listings appear, contact Sez Sezer to be notified when new Elms or Ivy homes come on the market.

Thinking of selling an Elms or Ivy home?

Sellers benefit from working with an agent who understands what distinguishes Elms & Ivy from Pardee PHR communities — the Taylor Morrison build quality, the three architectural styles, the walkability premium, and how buyers evaluate the low-HOA advantage. Contact Sez Sezer for a no-obligation home valuation.

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Interested in Elms or Ivy?

Sez Sezer specializes in Pacific Highlands Ranch and understands what makes Elms & Ivy distinctive — the Taylor Morrison design sensibility, the difference between Elms' front-entry larger tier and Ivy's rear-alley accessible tier, and the walkability premium. Whether buying or selling, reach out for a no-pressure conversation.

Contact Sez Sezer — DRE# 01988197 Call (858) 436-6585