Huntington Beach sits along the coast in Orange County, where its Surf City USA nickname reflects the casual, ocean-centered way of life. Buyers are drawn to this laid-back vibe, as well as the wide variety of housing options and price points. Miles of beaches, sprawling parks and a lively calendar of events give you plenty to do close to home, and major highways mean you're easily connected to job centers across Southern California.
The Huntington Beach Pier is a iconic part of the city.
Huntington Beach is affectionately known as Surf City USA.
Surfers locally and all over the world come to Huntington Beach to catch its famous waves.
You can find murals and artwork throughout the city of Huntington Beach.
Photographers frequently try to capture surfers catching big waves.
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Beach cottages, glass towers and Harbour waterfront estates
Huntington Beach has both inland and coastal neighborhoods, and the median sale price is around $1.4 million, significantly below the median in neighboring Newport Beach. While manufactured home prices start well below $100,000, luxury houses top out above $7 million.
Downtown Huntington Beach has a particularly diverse selection, including condos, townhomes and single-family houses from multiple decades. “Here you might find a little 1960s beach cottage right next to a three-story home made of glass and steel,” says Rhonda Bolton, city resident. Another notable area is Huntington Harbour, known for its upscale waterfront homes with private docks.
Homes in North Huntington Beach line the sand.
Many houses in Huntington Harbour have their own docks.
Owners can park their boats at their private docks in Huntington Harbour.
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Enjoying the outdoors in Surf City USA
With 10 miles of sandy coastline with consistent waves, volleyball courts and bonfire pits, Huntington Beach attracts millions of visitors each year. During peak season, locals usually avoid the crowds by heading to the quieter ends of the beach and steering clear of the Huntington Beach Pier. “We go to an area called Dog Beach, where you can let your pup run wild,” Bolton says.
Inland, Huntington Beach Central Park spans over 350 acres and has two lakes, an equestrian center and a disc golf course. On the park's west side, the Shipley Nature Center hosts meditation walks and youth programs. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve offers even more to explore, with trails across nearly 1,300 acres of coastal wetlands.
You'll find plenty of volleyball nets set along the beaches.
An egret wades through the water at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve.
The Huntington Beach Pier is a popular spot for sunset photo ops.
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Commuting around Orange County
The Pacific Coast Highway and Interstate 405 are key routes for regional travel. Orange County cities like Irvine, Costa Mesa and Anaheim are all less than 20 miles away, but heavy rush-hour traffic tends to push commute times to around an hour. Navigating Huntington Beach on surface roads is generally less challenging. “The city is on a grid, which makes getting around pretty easy, and locals know all the ways to avoid the heavy traffic,” says Dan Kalmick, a longtime resident.
Huntington Beach’s public and private school options
The city has four elementary and middle school districts, as well as the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Huntington Beach High School, rated A by Niche, is home to a performing arts magnet program. Edison High School and Marina High School also hold A ratings. Private schools include the Waldorf School of Orange County, which has an A-plus Niche rating.
Huntington Beach High has an arts magnet.
Waldorf School of Orange County is located in neighboring Costa Mesa.
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Surfers compete in the Lexus U.S. Open of Surfing each year.
Events and festivals in Huntington Beach
The city hosts events throughout the year, and many take place downtown or on the beach. Some are:
Lexus U.S. Open of Surfing, a multiday surf competition that also features skateboarding and BMX events
Independence Day, a three-day celebration with a parade and fireworks over the ocean
Surf City Nights, a weekly farmers market and street fair on Main Street
Where to shop and dine in Huntington Beach
The dining scene includes everything from casual favorites like Longboard Restaurant and Pub to stylish beachfront spots, such as Lorea. Duke’s Huntington Beach is another popular destination, named after Duke Kahanamoku, who brought surfing to the area. In terms of shopping, the hot spots are Pacific City and Bella Terra, open-air malls with retail stores, restaurants and entertainment.
Pacific City is a modern shopping center along the Pacific Coast Highway.
Bear Flag Fish Co. features fresh seafood dishes and California favorites.
Bella Terra is a large shopping plaza with restaurants, stores and a movie theater.
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Make the beach your backyard with a home in Sunset Beach. This stretch in the City of Huntington Beach is surrounded by water, so virtually all of its homes are footsteps from the ocean. <br><br>“Residents and visitors in Sunset Beach enjoy the oceanfront location and especially the sunset views,” says Cheryl DeMarco, architect and real estate professional with ERA Donahue Realty. “Sunset Beach offers about 1.5 miles of beachfront and sand for everyone to take advantage of. They love Sunset Beach for surfing, body surfing, kitesurfing, playing volleyball, and just strolling on the beach. “ <br><br>The housing inventory in Sunset Beach features a mix of single-family homes, duplexes, condos and townhomes. Square footages vary quite a bit, from just under 500 square feet for a one-bedroom condo to more than 6,000 square feet for a five-bedroom single-family home. Homes in Sunset Beach were built close to each other, on a neat network of residential blocks. Properties here sacrifice proximity to the beach for lot size — most lots here are less than 7,000 square feet and many are well less. <br><br>Sunset Beach’s grid of streets is walkable thanks to sidewalks. Main streets here are lined with palm trees, too. Price tags in Sunset Beach reflect the diverse array of options here. “Condominiums start at $550,000 and homes range from $1.7 million to $13.8 million,” DeMarco says. “Location to the ocean and age of the construction affect prices. So, you will see a wide range of pricing in this area.”<br><br>There are some properties in Sunset Beach that date back to the early 20th century, and it’s not uncommon to see these demolished to make way for new development. “I am an architect and realtor and know that in Sunset Beach, the value is in the land,” DeMarco says. “If there is an older property, investors and builders look at rebuilding to maximize the potential of the property. You will see older properties being knocked down and rebuilt.” This is a place where people plant roots, too, full of year-round residents who enjoy the location and weather, DeMarco says, as opposed to vacationers. <br><br>The sandy beachfront Sunset Beach residents have at their disposal is one of the widest beaches in all of Southern California. Public restrooms and outdoor showers make residents’ jaunts to the beach more comfortable and those who choose to drive can find free parking in a nearby lot. Anglers can bring a rod and reel along to fish off of Huntington Beach Pier. <br><br>Residents aren’t confined to the beach when looking to enjoy some time outside. Linear Park here parallels the beach and is a place to go for a walk or a bike ride, or to take the kids to the playground near its edge. Those looking for a hike can hit the trails that unfurl from the Bolsa Chica Conservancy’s Interpretive Center, a facility full of exhibits about the area’s 1,300-acre Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, a coastal estuary. <br><br>Refueling after some outdoor fun is as simple as hitting Sunset Beach’s main drag, the Pacific Coast Highway. You can find your pick of options here, and among the staples is Captain Jack’s. This spot, cofounded by Surfers' Hall of Famer Jack Haley, has been in business since 1965. Captain Jack’s is famous in part for its prime rib, and also its king crab legs. Residents looking to satisfy a breakfast craving can head down the road to Harbor House Café, which was established in 1939 and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. <br><br>Kids in Sunset Beach can go to school in the area’s Huntington Beach City School District to start. Young students may attend Smith Elementary for kindergarten to fifth grade, whose teachers boast an A+ rating on Niche. Then, students can move on to the A-rated Dwyer Middle for Grades 6 to 8, whose extracurricular offerings include a surf team, plus volleyball, basketball, cross country, soccer, and track and field. For Grades 9 to 12, students can go to Huntington Beach High, part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Huntington Beach High has a dedicated Business & Design program with a project-based curriculum and carries an A grade of its own on Niche. <br><br>This beachside community isn’t just a retreat. Rather, Sunset Beach is home for so many. You just may find this neighborhood makes a fitting home for you, too.
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