City Guide
Huntington Beach, CA
Overview
Huntington Beach, CA, is known as the World's Surf Capital. The city hosts the World Surfing Championships and is home to the International Surfing Museum and The Surfers' Hall of Fame. Located southeast of Los Angeles, Huntington Beach is home to nearly 200,000 residents, making it one of the largest cities in Orange County. A fun fact about Huntington Beach is that it is the only dog beach in Orange County.
What’s it like to live in Huntington Beach, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Huntington Beach, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,225,000
and homes stay on the market for 43 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Huntington Beach are $1,415,000
and $750,000
, respectively. Huntington Beach area townhouses have a median sale price of $707,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Huntington Beach, CAExplore our Huntington Beach housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Huntington Beach home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Huntington Beach rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Huntington Beach rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Huntington Beach, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Huntington Beach
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Downtown Huntington Beach | $1,899,000 | 45 / 100 | 73 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Westside Costa Mesa | $1,100,000 | 68 / 100 | 66 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Mesa Verde | $1,918,000 | 72 / 100 | 49 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Huntington Harbour | $1,597,500 | 30 / 100 | 38 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Bolsa Chica | $1,849,000 | 44 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Huntington Beach Articles & Neighborhood Content
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What is there to do in Huntington Beach, CA ?
Some of the top things to do in Huntington Beach, CA, range from exploring local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Some of the many museums you can visit include Huntington Beach Art Center, Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum, and Newland House, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Huntington Beach High School Historic Theater and Surf City Hooka Lounge are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. Huntington Beach is known for its nature preserves and parks. You can spend time checking out green spaces such as Huntington Central Park, Harriett M Wieder Regional Park, and Seabridge Park. Some of the must-try restaurants and eateries in the city include Captain Jack's Prime Rib & Seafood Restaurant, Matsu Restaurant, and My Place Restaurant, which are sure to please your taste buds.
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What's the best way to get around Huntington Beach, CA ?
The best way to get around Huntington Beach is by bike, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Huntington Beach has a walk score of 56, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Huntington Beach has a transit score of 30, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 92647. You can also get around Huntington Beach by bike. With a bike score of 71, it's convenient to use a bike for most trips.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
Huntington Beach Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 9 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 10 bike rental locations.