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Orange, CA

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A quiet and historic enclave between Anaheim and the mountains

Historic Suburban Commuter Public Transportation Charming Small Business Relaxed

The city of Orange is a fantastic example of what resident love about Southern California. With an equal balance of laidback SoCal character, plus all the charm of a small town, Orange has an appeal all its own.

The city’s Old Town District features numerous antique homes, many dating back over a century — this gives the area a sense of living history that is unique among communities in this region. The area surrounding Orange Plaza Square serves as the city’s downtown district, with an eclectic mix of boutique shops, specialty restaurants, and other small businesses in a walkable, open-air layout. Chapman University calls the area home, making it a perfect spot for a college apartment or first-time rental.

The Hilbert Museum of California Art is one of the city’s most popular cultural institutions, featuring paintings, sculptures, and other installations uniquely inspired by the Golden State. Living in Orange puts you practically right next door to Anaheim, with its world-famous attractions like Disneyland, ball games at Angel Stadium, and dozens of concert venues at your fingertips. The beach is only thirty minutes away, and a commute to downtown LA only takes about an hour.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Orange, CA is $2,319 for a studio, $2,380 for one bedroom, $2,891 for two bedrooms, and $3,572 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Orange has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,380/month
726 Sq Ft
House
$5,438/month
1,957 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,276/month
1,162 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,562/month
1,127 Sq Ft
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Transportation

67

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

38

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

58

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Palmyra Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

400 Students

8
out of 10

Chapman Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

374 Students

8
out of 10

West Orange Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

367 Students

8
out of 10

McPherson Magnet

Public

Grades K-8

848 Students

7
out of 10

Sycamore Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

355 Students

7
out of 10

McPherson Magnet

Public

Grades K-8

848 Students

7
out of 10

Portola Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

597 Students

4
out of 10

Yorba Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

538 Students

4
out of 10

OUSD Community Day

Public

Grades 7-12

16 Students

Rating Unavailable

El Modena High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,040 Students

7
out of 10

Orange High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,807 Students

5
out of 10

OUSD Community Day

Public

Grades 7-12

16 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Santiago Oaks Regional Park
  • Anaheim Equestrian Center
  • Orange County Zoo
  • Irvine Regional Park
  • Science Discovery Museum

Airports

  • John Wayne/Orange County
  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

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