Welcome to Irvine
A clean, comfortable business community
Irvine is primarily a business community, where people can live, work, and enjoy many of the comforts and amenities provided by the area. It is an incredibly nice place to live, with gorgeous parks, fantastic schools, and a friendly population. There are various housing types throughout the Irvine area, including a number of new housing options that are perfect for families looking for the opportunity to make the most of every moment. Irvine is clean, safe, and everything you could ask for in your new home. It is made up of a number of business professionals and young, growing families.
What to Love
A number of highly-rated public schools, which means that parents can feel confident that they have the right educational options for their children.
Known for its beautiful parks, which make the perfect opportunity to head outdoors and enjoy Irvine's fantastic weather.
Residents will find a number of restaurants and coffee shops, perfect for young professionals who may be interested in stopping at their favorite coffee shop on their way to work or even working in those fantastic environments.
Local Lifestyle
Irvine offers an urban/suburban mix that many residents come to love. It has numerous small coffee shops, cafés, and shopping opportunities that will allow you to support local residents. Since it is filled with young professionals, Irvine has a busy, professional vibe. However, it also allows a number of fantastic opportunities to get out of the house and enjoy everything the area has to offer, including stunning shops and restaurants, a great farmer's market, and more.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Irvine has plenty of opportunities for dining, entertainment, and shopping. If you're looking for a fun and exciting afternoon, consider heading out to
Irvine Spectrum Center, where you'll find a fantastic outdoor shopping mall with dozens of shops, incredible restaurants, and even amusement rides. Residents who are looking for outdoor activities may appreciate the options at
Great Park, which include music, sporting events, and outdoor adventures. At
Tanaka Farms, you can pick fresh produce on 30 acres of family-owned farmland. Finally, the
University of California Irvine offers numerous events throughout the year, including sporting events, festivals, and community gatherings.
Things to Do
In Irvine, one of the best things to do, and the place where you will find many activities on a regular basis, is
Irvine Spectrum, with its immense shopping opportunities and plenty of regular events. If you're looking for a chance to get out of the house and enjoy community activities, Irvine also offers regular festivals and events. The
Garden Grove Strawberry Festival, for example, is more than just a celebration of strawberries. It's also an opportunity to get out, mingle with the community, and check out vendors and games.
Tanaka Farms also hosts a melon festival each year. With so many opportunities to get out and enjoy the local area, residents find it easy to be part of the community.
Schools
If you're looking for the perfect place for your family to grow and thrive, including fantastic schools where they can feel right at home, the Irvine school district is the perfect place for them. Irvine is a blue ribbon school district, with options like:
- Alderwood Elementary School (K-5)
- Cadence Park School (K-5)
- Irvine High School (9-12)