Orange

 

 

Orange is a city in Orange County, California. When compared to other cities in the area, the city is unique. This is the only city in which historic dwellings may be found within the town district. These houses were built before 1920. In the 1960s, such houses were razed in the area. The city's population was 139,812 persons according to the most recent census.

During the nineteenth century, the town flourished rapidly, as did other communities in California. Citrus fruits were in high demand in California, making this conceivable. This was a time known as the Orange Era. During this time, there was a real estate boom. As a result, a large number of individuals flocked to the region. It was followed by rail and road construction. Agriculture fueled the economy until the 1950s when real estate surged in the area for the second time. The real estate boom fueled expansion, and many communities in California were connected together. A sizable outer urban area was established. To accommodate more people, new residences were erected. The practice was repeated until the city reached its current size.

Orange County's residential architecture landscape is unusual in that it includes a section dedicated to historic residences. Homes in Orange's "Old Town District," also known as its "Old Town District," were built before the 1920s, and Orange is the only city in the area to have elected to keep them rather than demolish them during the 1960s. Craftsman bungalows, hip roof cottages, arts and crafts movement-inspired estates, classic Spanish Colonial revivals, and various other Mediterranean and Victorian themed architectural styles are among Orange's most popular house designs.

 

What to Love

• Community-oriented neighborhood
• Perfect for raising families
• Vibrant scenery of the mountains and beaches 
• Only minutes away from Disneyland

Local Lifestyle

Orange City is a gorgeous and welcoming city to live in with its breathtaking beauty, from the beach to the mountains and valleys. Many residents of Orange have lived here their entire lives. This city boasts an excellent educational system and a very family-friendly society. Orange is primarily a peaceful city, although the nightlife is vibrant with Old Town Orange Circle. There are thrift stores, restaurants, pubs, and clubs in Orange Circle that are full of joy and entertainment.

 

This city also has many historic mansions and Old Towne, is perfectly located in the center of Orange County, only minutes from Disneyland, Angel's Stadium, Newport and Laguna Beaches, music venues, and more.

 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Indulge in a diverse menu of American fare as well as a selection of organic coffee beverages at Urth Caffé. This is a go-to spot for those that are health-conscious and this menu provides a fresh, healthy, and sustainable way of eating, drinking, and living by utilizing 100 percent natural foods that are devoid of any artificial substances or GMOs. For more diverse cuisine, head over to Byblos where gyros, falafel, lentil soup, and Turkish coffee are all available at this cozy, casual Mediterranean eatery.

Enjoy some retail therapy at The Outlets at Orange. This open-air outlet mall is the leading outlet shopping destination in Orange County. The mall, which is only minutes from Disneyland, houses more than 120 outlet and value businesses, including Saks OFF 5TH, Bloomingdale's - The Outlet Store, Nike Factory Store, Nordstrom Rack, and others.

There’s also the Orange Circle Antique Mall, a vintage bargain shopper's dream. This antique mall stands out for its 125 dealers on two floors offering everything from estate jewels and fine china to vintage apparel, pinup art, record covers, and much more. Visitors may spend an entire day meandering through Old Town Orange, examining the numerous antique stores and rummaging through its forgotten treasures.

 

Things to Do

Join local residents at some of the fun annual events that are held in Orange. The Orange Circle Street Fair, which is held annually, has live music, international cuisine, a Children's Street, arts and crafts vendors, and much more. French, German, Irish, English, Polynesian, American, Greek, Japanese, Swiss, Italian, Lebanese, Australian, and Mexican food and drink are available on each street heading out of the Old Towne Plaza. The street fair gives a number of groups and organizations the opportunity to make money from the sales at each booth. There’s also the Orange Plaza Car Show, where every year custom and classic automobiles are showcased and the show is expected to draw 15,000 or more attendees to Orange's picturesque Plaza area. It's a fantastic event for the whole family to enjoy.

On a casual day in the city, Old Towne is the perfect place to visit as it is centered around lush Plaza Park, which has Watson's Café, Orange County's longest functioning soda fountain. It is also dotted with antique stores, restaurants, pubs, and tearooms. Bring your furry friend along with you for a nice outdoor adventure at Orange Dog Park. There are separate places for large and little dogs, as well as doggy water fountains, pooper scoopers, poop bags, plenty of parking, and an ODPA bulletin board.

 

Schools

Some of Orange’s most prestigious educational institutions reside here. Some of the most well-known and high-quality schools in the area are:

• Chapman University offers 143 undergraduate programs and 66 graduate programs
• Canyon High School, 9-12, highly-rated public magnet school
• Cerro Villa Middle School, 7-8, highly-rated public magnet middle school
• Crescent Elementary School, K-6, top-rated elementary school