City Guide
Placentia, CA
Overview
Placentia, CA is known for its Valencia orange growing and packing. The city has 50,623 people, so moving to Placentia offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. One fact about Placentia is that after the city was incorporated, it was known as the "baby city" within Orange County. Something else to note about the city is that name is derived from a Latin word meaning “pleasant place to live.”
What’s it like to live in Placentia, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Placentia, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,004,000
and homes stay on the market for 15 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Placentia are $1,062,000
and $575,994
, respectively. Placentia area townhouses have a median sale price of $650,000
, 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 Placentia, CAExplore our Placentia housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Placentia home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Placentia rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Placentia rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Placentia, 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 Placentia
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Northeast Anaheim | $900,000 | 82 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Atwood | $700,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Old Town Placentia | $1,775,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Carlton | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Brea Hills | $1,309,950 | 77 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Placentia
See all homes for saleRental listings in Placentia
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsPlacentia Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '24 - Mar '24, 20% of Placentia homebuyers searched to move out of Placentia, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 5% of homebuyers searched to move into Placentia from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Placentia more than any other metro followed by New York and Seattle.
Where are people moving to Placentia from?
- 80% of Placentia homebuyers searched to stay within the Placentia metropolitan area.
- San Diego was the most popular destination among Placentia homebuyers followed by Las Vegas and Phoenix.
Where are people from Placentia moving to?
Number of People Moving to Placentia
least
most
People are moving to Placentia from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '24 - Mar '24 | ||
1 | 4,520 | ||
2 | 1,547 | ||
3 | 1,038 | ||
4 | 572 | ||
5 | 121 | ||
6 | 17 | ||
7 | 6 | ||
8 | 6 | ||
9 | 6 | ||
10 | 4 |
People are leaving Placentia for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '24 - Mar '24 | ||
1 | 11,368 | ||
2 | 6,417 | ||
3 | 3,920 | ||
4 | 3,697 | ||
5 | 2,691 | ||
6 | 1,694 | ||
7 | 1,681 | ||
8 | 1,429 | ||
9 | 1,333 | ||
10 | 1,245 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Placentia, CA ?
Some of the best things to do in Placentia, CA, range from checking out local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Bradford House is a popular attraction for both Placentia locals and tourists that visit the city. Performing arts venues like Pylusd Performing Arts Center and Musical Theatre Orange County are popular amongst locals. Tri-City Park, Goldenrod Park, and Koch Park are just a handful of the beautiful parks and green spaces you'll find throughout the city. Restaurants and highly-rated eateries abound in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local favorites. For a quick taste of the town, stop by El Cantarito Restaurant, Tlaquepaque Restaurant, or Mini Gourmet Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Placentia
What's the best way to get around Placentia, CA ?
The best way to get around Placentia is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Placentia has a walk score of 50, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Placentia has a transit score of 29, with a few nearby public transportation options. You can also get around Placentia by bike. With a bike score of 46, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Placentia 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 6 car rental locations.