About Irvine, CA

If it is your wish to live that California dream that the Beach Boys sang about and Hollywood stars live on a daily basis, then you might want to check out Irvine, California. This town of over 200,000 is located south of Los Angeles in exclusive Orange County. If you’re a fan of “The OC” or MTV’s, “The Hills” then you probably want to check out this great community. Founded in the early 20th century, the land that is now Irvine was actually a giant farm used to grow an extraordinary amount of lima beans. As Los Angeles developed and farm land became more and more valuable, the land slowly started being converted into homes and businesses. Today, land in Orange County, California is some of the most valuable in the world. That steep land price is reflected in the fact that rent here is almost as expensive as it is in Manhattan. But once you visit, you’ll see what all of the fuss is about.

There is plenty to do in this sun drenched California city. Irvine is only a short drive from Los Angeles to the north and a few hours to the south is San Diego. In between you have endless miles of perfect California coastline as well as all of the interesting things to do in both cities. Since you’re so close to Hollywood, there are arts galore to see year round. There is also a strong college sports presence in Southern California, as well as one of the best hockey teams in the world in the Anaheim Ducks. Irvine also throws a huge party every year known as the Global Village Festival that celebrates the amazing diversity of the Irvine area.

Unlike so many other communities, it is very easy to point out Irvine’s best feature. It’s in Orange County! The uber-fashionable address is considered the most exclusive, the most desirable and the most expensive in the whole country. Where else can you rub elbows with celebrities, share the best beaches in the world with movie stars and cruise around with the top down year round? You can in Irvine!

If you’re looking for a studio Irvine apartment, you can expect to pay upwards of $1350 per month. A one bedroom Irvine apartment starts at $1500 and rises as high as $2500 depending on the view and the amenities. A larger two bedroom Irvine apartment will run you $1750 for starters and anything larger is sure to start at $2000 or more. It is a high price to pay for an Irvine apartment, but how many people can say they live in paradise?