City Guide
Irvine, CA
Overview
Irvine, CA is famous for being home to Blizzard Entertainment, making it a great place to live for gamers. There are around 308,000 residents, so this mid-sized city will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. An interesting fact is that it has 54 miles of off-street bicycle trails. Another is that it has the most open space in Orange County, with more than 16, 000 acres of parks, trails, and natural open spaces.
What’s it like to live in Irvine, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Irvine, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,597,500
and homes stay on the market for 25 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Irvine are $2,237,500
and $1,385,000
, respectively. Irvine area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,210,000
, 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 Irvine, CAExplore our Irvine housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Irvine home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Irvine rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Irvine rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Irvine, 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 Irvine
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Baker Ranch | $1,648,000 | 60 / 100 | 35 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Woodbridge | $1,295,000 | 85 / 100 | 43 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Tustin Ranch | $965,000 | 75 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Shady Canyon | $10,180,000 | 11 / 100 | 2 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Orchard Hills | $3,540,000 | 68 / 100 | 3 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Irvine Articles & Neighborhood Content
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What is there to do in Irvine, CA ?
Some of the top things to do in Irvine, CA, range from checking out local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Home to numerous museums, make sure to check out Pretend City Children's Museum, Irvine Museum, and Irvine Historical Museum. There's a rich arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Irvine Barclay Theatre and Fivepoint Amphitheater. Home to Harvard Athletic Park, Bill Barber Community Park, and William R. Mason Regional Park, there are a lot of parks where you can spend a relaxing evening. Restaurants and top-rated eateries abound in Irvine, so you don't want to skip over these local restaurants. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, A & J Restaurant, or Houston's Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Irvine
What's the best way to get around Irvine, CA ?
The best way to get around Irvine is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Irvine has a walk score of 43, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Irvine has a transit score of 26, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 92618 and 92780. You can also get around Irvine by bike. With a bike score of 69, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Irvine Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Irvine has 5 heavy rail stations; Tustin Metrolink Station, Amtrak, Irvine Metrolink Station, Irvine Transportation Center, Amtrak and Metrolink Irvine Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Irvine has 1 tram stop. There are few tram lines, which means it is difficult to use them to commute.
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 19 car rental locations.
Airports
Irvine has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.