Laguna Beach
Real Estate Sale
Laguna Beach real estate offers many styles of homes from which
to choose. Country cottages, luxury Orange County estates, condos and upscale
penthouses are just some of the real estate offerings in this California city.
Laguna Beach Real Estate Prices
The median price for real estate in Laguna Beach is $1,000,000, but single family
homes and condos are available as low as $100,000. Population of Laguna Beach
is 25,000 and it is located primarily on the beach. It is a beautiful setting
of steep rocky cliffs and hills rising straight up from the Orange County coastline,
a place with ideal weather all year.
Beach Life
in Laguna
With beautiful sandy beaches, protected tide pools, and some of the best diving
spots in Orange County, there are perfect beaches for everyone in Laguna. Main
Beach, also called "Window to the Sea," is in the heart of downtown.
Laguna Beach Schools
Laguna Beach Unified
School District has an excellent reputation for learning. 95% of the graduates
move on to two or four year colleges. Higher education includes the Art Institute
of Southern California and California State University Fullerton.
A City High on Art
This California city is rich in history of the arts. It is famous for its
art galleries and for the annual Festival
of Arts & Pageant of the Masters, a showcase of spectacular works
by California artists.
The Pageant includes a 90-minute show in which residents pose to recreate
famous paintings. Laguna
Beach Art Museum exhibits almost exclusively American art, especially
contemporary California art.
The Art A Fair Festival in is open 7 days a week and features many types
of art media, pottery, sculptures, classes, workshops and entertainment.
Parks to Enjoy
One of the favorite parks, especially for weddings, is Heisler
Park. Situated on a coastal bluff and complete with gazebo and scenic views
it is an ideal location. South Coast Wilderness Parks are some of the last
remaining coastal canyons in Southern California.
Shopping & Dining
The city is graced with many art galleries, boutiques and antique
shops. One can browse the shops on Forest Avenue or Gallery Row.
Restaurants specializing in a Chinese-French blend of cooking
to Mediterranean, Mexican, Sushi, Vegetarian, Seafood and California cuisine
are just a few of many choices.
Local Attractions
Founded in the 1920's, the Laguna
Playhouse was is rich in history of its beginnings. Harrison Ford, Toni
Tennille and Barbara Eden are just a few that have been discovered here.
You can visit The Sanctuary, a native plant and wildlife refuge. Friends
of the Sea Lion Mammal Center is a rescue and medical facility for marine
animals.
The Education Center at the Ocean Institute is an excellent
source for learning about marine science and maritime history. You can find
out all about the Tall Ships and have a great experience in the interactive
Sea Floor Science Exhibit.
