Orange County, CA
Orange County is a famous Southern California tourist destination, with such attractions as Knott's Berry Farm, Disneyland, and sweeping beaches perfect for surfing and swimming. Thirty four cities are found inside Orange County. As evidence of its popularity, Orange County was cited in the Wall Street Journal as the second most expensive housing market in the nation.
Orange County is bordered on the north by Los Angeles County, on the east by Riverside County, on the northeast by San Bernardino County, and on the southeast by San Diego County.
Famous People in Orange County
Many media and film celebrities live or have second homes in Orange County, due to its proximity to Los Angeles. Orange County is a great place to rent a house if you want to rub shoulders with celebrities. Actor John Wayne, golfer Tiger Woods, basketball player Dennis Rodman, actor Kevin Costner, comedians Steve Martin and Will Ferrell, actresses Michelle Pfeiffer and Diane Keaton, and singers Chester Bennington, Bonnie Raitt, Gwen Stefani, Jeff Buckly, and Drake Bell all make their home in Orange County. The most famous resident was Richard Nixon.
Living in Orange County
Orange County residents enjoy pleasant springs, warm to hot summers, warm autumns, followed by cool and rainy winters. The pleasant climate and miles of beaches attract tourists year round. Several of the most exclusive and expensive neighborhoods in the nation are found here. Since the hit FOX series “The OC” featured Orange County, travelers from across the world have journeyed to Orange County, hoping to see familiar sights from the show. When it comes to rentals, you can choose from Orange County apratments, Orange County Rental Houses, condos and townhouses.
Orange County offers a variety of sports teams, including Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, National Hockey League's Anaheim Ducks, USL Premier Development League soccer's Orange County Blue Stars, National Basketball Association's Anaheim Arsenals, American Basketball Association's Orange County Gladiators. The Orange County Roller Girls competes in various locations around the county. Huntington Beach hosts several events, including the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball, U.S. Open of Surfing, and Vans World Championship of Skateboarding.
Favorite Neighborhoods in Orange County
Capistrano Beach is located on the southern end of Dana Point in Orange County. Many expensive homes can be found in the area, usually located atop a cliff overlooking the Coast Highway and the Capistrano Beach park. There are also more modest homes in the area, including older rental homes a little farther from the shore. Homes in this area range from beach cottages to some of the finest real estate in Orange County.
Olive Heights is a neighborhood located in the northern part of the city of Orange, CA. Renters will enjoy the rural appeal of the pre-1930's homes set deep on their lots.
Surfside Colony is a small gated community with three rows of houses. Homes in the colony are very close to each other. Surfside has a laid-back ambiance and charming homes for rent. Home styles range from small beach cottages to large three-story mansions.
Orange County Property Managers and Landlords
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