Beautiful beaches, incredible attractions, and amazing real estate are just a few of the things that come to mind when someone mentions Orange County. Located in the state of California, Orange County sits on the coast of the Pacific Ocean. With a population of approximately 3,145,514 people, Orange County is one of the most populated counties in the state and the country. The county seat is Santa Ana.
Enjoy a luxurious lifestyle that includes fun filled days and relaxing evenings at one of Orange County’s pristine beaches. Residents enjoy surfing, boating, fishing, diving, swimming, and shell hunting. If living with the sound of waves as a background theme sounds inviting, tour the waterfront homes for sale in Orange County.
Huntington Beach is well-known for the pier that’s been a part of the area since 1904. The pier is 1,850 feet long and open to the public each day from 5 AM – Midnight. Enjoy a day of fishing, ocean views, and delicious meals without leaving the pier. With so much to do, it’s easy to see why this is a favorite spot for locals and visitors.
San Clemente features twenty-acres of beaches for the enjoyment of residents. The amazing views make this a prime location for those wishing to enjoy the seaside lifestyle. Not quite as long as the Huntington Beach pier, the San Clemente pier is an impressive 1,200 feet long. This is a favorite location for those who enjoy surfing and bodyboarding.
There are 34 cities and 14 unincorporated communities within Orange County. The top five most populated areas are Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, and Garden Grove. The top five least populated areas are Las Flores, Sunset Beach, Villa Park, Midway City, and Rossmoor.
Residents enjoy a thriving economy that is supported by several Fortune 500 companies that call Orange County home. Companies like Mazda, Blizzard Entertainment, and Oakley, Inc. have business headquarters located in this county. A healthy economy creates favorable conditions for real estate purchases in the area. The median house value in Orange County is an estimated $539,000. This amount is well above the state average. The estimated household income for this county is $74,163.
Students in Orange County are served by one of several school districts. There are 13 elementary school districts, 3 high school districts, and 12 unified school districts. Elementary school districts are comprised of only elementary schools. Students who attend these schools feed into the high school districts as they progress to middle and high school grades. Unified school districts have elementary, middle, and high schools.
The best source for information about the local area is your real estate agent. Give the Sweeter Real Estate Group a call at 714-514-5004 to ask questions, discuss selling your Orange County house, or to tour available homes for sale.
