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Buena Park

Buena Park

$962,262 Average Value
$627 Average Price per Sq Ft
67 Homes For Sale

How Buena Park balances tourism and neighborhood life

Buena Park began as a small boysenberry farming community in the 1920s and has since grown into a Southern California city known for its concentration of entertainment attractions. Located in northwest Orange County, it combines major theme parks and dinner theaters with established residential neighborhoods just a few blocks away. Knott's Berry Farm remains the city's most recognizable landmark, attracting visitors year-round and serving as a key driver of the local economy. Beyond its tourist attractions, Buena Park offers more than 100 acres of parkland, featuring walking trails and recreational facilities that create a strong sense of community alongside its busy entertainment district.

Buena Park not only has many entertainment venues but also great shops and restaurants.
Buena Park not only has many entertainment venues but also great shops and restaurants.
Knotts Berry Farm is at the center of life here.
Knotts Berry Farm is at the center of life here.
The Source OC is a popular shopping destination.
The Source OC is a popular shopping destination.
Knott's Berry Farm attracts visitors throughout the year.
Knott's Berry Farm attracts visitors throughout the year.
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Midcentury ranch-style homes and a lower median than Anaheim

The city’s median sale price is around $900,000, which is below the medians in neighboring Anaheim and Fullerton. Condos and townhomes generally sell from the high $400,000s to just under $2 million. However, single-family homes make up most of Buena Park’s housing inventory, many of them built during the wave of residential development that swept through Orange County in the mid-1900s. “You see a lot of ranch-style and postwar homes,” says Daniel Finder, Realtor with Innovate Realty, Inc. “Buena Park is also starting to undergo a revitalization effort. A lot of investors are interested in buying the older homes and rebuilding newer properties.” Most home sales fall between the mid-$600,000s and $1.5 million, though larger Mediterranean-style builds near Los Coyotes Country Club range from roughly $1.5 million to nearly $3 million.

Some of the city's largest homes are near Los Coyotes Country Club.
Some of the city's largest homes are near Los Coyotes Country Club.
Ranch-style houses are one of the most common options.
Ranch-style houses are one of the most common options.
Multifamily housing is also available.
Multifamily housing is also available.
Homes overlook the water in Lakeside.
Homes overlook the water in Lakeside.
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From youth sports to hiking through Clark Regional Park

There are so many ways to stay active here. The dozen city-run parks provide space for playtime and outdoor exercise. One of the largest ones is Henry Boisseranc Park, which serves as a hub for youth sports, summer programs and community events. At the northern end of the city, you’ll also find Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, a 100-plus-acre county park with multiuse trails and a fishing lake. And while Knott's Berry Farm is a major tourist destination, plenty of locals pick up season passes and visit throughout the year.

Knott's Berry Farm has roller coasters and entertainment for all ages.
Knott's Berry Farm has roller coasters and entertainment for all ages.
Get in a game of baseball at William Peak Park.
Get in a game of baseball at William Peak Park.
The paths at Boisseranc Park are great for riding your bike.
The paths at Boisseranc Park are great for riding your bike.
Visitors stroll through Knott's Berry Farm.
Visitors stroll through Knott's Berry Farm.
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Where to dine, shop or spend an evening in Buena Park

Buena Park has a diverse restaurant scene, from the Michelin-recommended Ramen and Tsukemen Tao to immersive dining experiences, such as Pirates Dinner Adventure. The city also has a mix of independent boutiques and national chains. While you’ll find grocery stores and small strip malls throughout the area, the two largest retail destinations are:

  • The Source OC, a multistory complex featuring Asian restaurants, specialty shops and karaoke bars
  • Buena Park Downtown, a large shopping center with dozens of stores and restaurants, plus a movie theater

Buena Park Downtown has plenty of shopping and dinning.
Buena Park Downtown has plenty of shopping and dinning.
Portillo's is a bustling restaurant in Buena Park.
Portillo's is a bustling restaurant in Buena Park.
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament is a themed restaurant experience.
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament is a themed restaurant experience.
Head to The Source OC for all your shopping needs.
Head to The Source OC for all your shopping needs.
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Commuting throughout Orange County via I-5 and Metrolink

Knott's Berry Farm provides local job opportunities, and living here also puts you within commuting distance of several major employment centers. Drivers have access to major freeways, including Interstate 5. It’s less than 10 miles to Anaheim, and the drive generally takes about 10 to 20 minutes. Irvine is roughly 20 miles away, with commute times typically ranging from 35 minutes to an hour and 15 minutes. Los Angeles is a similar distance, but heavy traffic can stretch the commute to nearly two hours. From Buena Park Station, you can hop on a Metrolink train and connect to destinations throughout Southern California..

School options for Buena Park kids

Local children are served by multiple school districts, including the Buena Park School District, the Centralia Elementary School District and the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. Some students go to Arthur F. Corey Elementary School, which gets a B rating from Niche and offers a visual and performing arts program. There are also nearby private options, such as Fairmont Preparatory Academy and Acaciawood Preparatory Academy, both rated A-plus by Niche.

Holder Elementary School is close to West Anaheim.
Holder Elementary School is close to West Anaheim.
Buena Park High School offers extracurricular sports, including football.
Buena Park High School offers extracurricular sports, including football.
Sunny Hills High School is located in neighboring Fullerton.
Sunny Hills High School is located in neighboring Fullerton.
Buena Park Middle School was named a California Distinguished School in 2024.
Buena Park Middle School was named a California Distinguished School in 2024.
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Citywide events, plus seasonal activities at Knott’s Berry Farm

Buena Park’s calendar is packed with community gatherings and festivals. Here are a few:

  • Silverado Days, a multiday festival with carnival rides and live performances
  • Buena Park Culture Fest, a multicultural celebration with entertainment and international food vendors
  • Cops 'N' Goblins, a trick-or-treat event sponsored by the local police department
  • Dive-In Movies, a summer movie series at Peak Park Pool
In addition to the city’s events, Knott’s Berry Farm hosts some seasonal experiences. In the fall, Knott’s Scary Farm attracts Halloween fans from across the country. Its Christmas-themed counterpart, Knott’s Merry Farm, brings holiday decorations and entertainment to the park from late November through early January.

Bring the family out for a day of Halloween fun at Cops 'N' Goblins.
Bring the family out for a day of Halloween fun at Cops 'N' Goblins.
Knott's becomes Knott's Merry Farm for the Holiday Seasson.
Knott's becomes Knott's Merry Farm for the Holiday Seasson.
Listen to music from around the world at the Buena Park Culture Festival.
Listen to music from around the world at the Buena Park Culture Festival.
Have some fun on classic roller coaster rides at Silverado Days.
Have some fun on classic roller coaster rides at Silverado Days.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
15,411
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,439
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,616
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,228
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
800
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Buena Park Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
25
Median Rent
$3,525
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,700
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,323
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,725
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,850
Median Condo Rent
$3,400
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,498

Demographics

Total Population
81,401
Median Age
39
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$90,986
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$111,779

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.5%
College Graduates
30.3%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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