Pickleball Courts: A Smart Play for Orange County Luxury Real Estate
- Claire Na
- Sep 8
- 2 min read
In the competitive Orange County and Irvine luxury market, pickleball is more than a trend—it’s a strategic amenity that combines health, social connection, and home value enhancement. From private courts to upscale community access, this sport is becoming an unexpected but powerful value booster.
Private Pickleball Courts as a Luxury Asset
In high-end neighborhoods like Irvine’s Shady Canyon and Newport Coast, private courts are increasingly associated with prestige and lifestyle-driven living.
According to Zillow, more listings are highlighting “pickleball court” as a premium feature.
Some real estate experts equate private pickleball courts to a luxury kitchen or a designer primary suite in terms of perceived buyer value.
Location Matters—The Noise vs. Value Equation
Too close to a public court? Buyers may discount a home by 10–20% due to noise and activity. Even 1–2 blocks away can cause 5–10% value drops.
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But when positioned 3+ blocks away, a community pickleball court can be viewed as a lifestyle perk, increasing appeal and resale potential by 1–5%.
A Pickleball Court at Home—More Than a Game
Having a private court is now on par with building a high-end media room or spa-style bath, especially in estates over $5M.
It adds lifestyle utility, privacy, and wellness—all essential elements of today’s high-net-worth property demand.
Community Pickleball Courts—Social Capital & Real Value
In communities like The Great Park in Irvine or Covenant Hills in Ladera Ranch, pickleball fosters interaction and elevates neighborhood prestige.
The sport is multigenerational, socially inclusive, and viewed as part of a balanced wellness lifestyle—particularly appealing to international buyers.
Strategic Recommendations for Property Owners
Planning to install a court: Ensure premium surface, professional lighting, and quiet fencing to appeal to discerning buyers.
Near a community court: Leverage the lifestyle perks while emphasizing quiet, private interiors.
Selling without a court: Highlight local access and opportunity to build for future value appreciation.
A Court of Style, Wellness & Connection
“Pickleball isn’t just a recreational feature—it’s a design-forward amenity that elevates both lifestyle and luxury property perception,”
says Claire Na, luxury real estate expert in Orange County.
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