A seaside city located in Southern California, Huntington Beach is the largest beach city in Orange County. Known as “Surf City USA,”

Huntington Beach is the quintessential definition of Southern California culture. The mood of Huntington Beach has been described as mellow, casual, and cool. The people of Huntington Beach have been termed the trendsetters of the West Coast lifestyle. Perhaps these are reasons why California real estate in this beachfront metropolis is in such high demand. 

Owning Huntington Beach property is quite enviable as this area of California boasts an 8.5 mile beach, unparalleled surfing prowess, and the ideal climate for year round beach activities. Bordered by the Pacific Ocean and Seal Beach, waves from hurricanes and Catalina Island ocean swells combine to create some of California's most epic waves. Summer temperatures typically do not exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit while winter temperatures generally remain above 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The climate of Huntington Beach can be described mainly as sunny and dry.

Huntington Beach was incorporated in 1909, and the city was primarily an agricultural community at this time producing crops such as sugar beets. Oil was discovered in Huntington Beach in the early 20th century. The city is situated on a natural fault that contains oil. While oil production has slowed considerably in recent decades, it is still a source of income for the city and its residents. In 1910, around 815 people made Huntington Beach their home. Today, the city's population is more than 202,000. In terms of California real estate, the City of Huntington Beach and Huntington Beach property still retain their appeal. 

The average price of Huntington Beach homes for sale is $656,273, and the median sales price is $540,000. The most popular neighborhoods in Huntington Beach real estate include: Adams, Newland, Bolsa Chica-Heil, Washington, and Garfield. The average price of Huntington Beach homes for sale in the neighborhoods of Adams and Newland are $283,592 and $342,165 respectively. 

Artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, and Janis Joplin once performed at the Golden Bear nightclub that previously operated in Huntington Beach's downtown district. With a thriving downtown district that features an art center, exceptional shopping, and the International Surfing Museum, it is easy to understand the popularity of Huntington Beach real estate. The city's rich history and breathtaking landscape make it a desirable place to live.