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Laguna Beach

A prestigious and picturesque town located on the Pacific Ocean in Southern Orange County, Laguna Beach is a premier artistic haven, offering a lovely beach, pretty downtown, a mixture of older and new homes, as well as cultural and creative resources which have long characterized this city. Established as an artists' colony in the early 2Oth century, residents of Laguna Beach are still devoted to the arts. Downtown and throughout the community you will find many small shops, art galleries and activities which emphasize painting and visual arts. An art museum, the Art Institute of Southern California, and three very popular summer art festivals all call Laguna Beach home. Housing in Laguna Beach offers home buyers a mix of the old and the new.

Homes on the shore have a beach-cottage style with residents enjoying striking sunsets and views of the water, coves and small bays in the area. Alternatively, inland homes in the hills and canyons are bordered by a large regional park, and offer a relaxed country ambiance. Here you will find newer (and sometimes much larger) residences. At the northwest end, the gated community of Emerald Bay offers distinctively elegant and upscale homes.

Schools in Laguna Beach are served by the Laguna Beach Unified School District. Rankings are generally in the 8Oth and 9Oth percentiles on a statewide comparison (in the top 20 percent), and in 1996 Laguna Beach High School was named a Blue Ribbon School, an award for overall excellence.

In addition to the artistic lifestyle that endures in Laguna Beach, the city offers many other recreational activities and types of entertainment. There is a Boys and Girls Club, numerous restaurants, local library, Seniors center, and numerous community-civic activities (including a foundation for schools, opera league, ballet group, chamber music, and performing arts support for schools).
Special taxes have been created to fund parks and maintain much of the open space left in the area. Much land has been set aside for regional parks, and there is an enclosed park for dogs. A variety of outdoor sports are available, including scuba diving, ocean kayaking, surfing, hiking, equestrian activities (there are lots of horse trails), bird watching, and golfing.

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The city of Laguna Hills is located in South Orange approximately 60 miles south of Los Angeles and 70 miles north of San Diego. The city is home to approximately 30,000 people and over 600 businesses. Although the majority of city has a distinctive residential character, there are two distinctive areas that provide a strong commercial and industrial base.

Laguna Hills is built on one of the major land grants developed during the California Rancho era. Following Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821, those who had served in the government or had friends in authority, were given vast lands for cattle grazing. Rancho Lomas de Santiago, Rancho San Joaquin, and Rancho Niguel covered much of the western portion of the Saddleback Valley. Don Juan Avila was granted the 13,000 Rancho Niguel on which Laguna Hills is located.

Laguna Hills is built on one of the major land grants developed during the California Rancho era. Following Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821, those who had served in the government or had friends in authority, were given vast lands for cattle grazing. Rancho Lomas de Santiago, Rancho San Joaquin, and Rancho Niguel covered much of the western portion of the Saddleback Valley. Don Juan Avila was granted the 13,000 Rancho Niguel on which Laguna Hills is located.

In 1874, Lewis Moulton purchased Rancho Niguel from Don Juan Avila and increased the original grant to 22,000 acres. Moulton and his partner, Jean Piedra Daguerre, used the ranch to raise sheep and cattle. The Moulton Ranch was eventually subdivided in the early 1960's, part of which is recognized as Laguna Hills.

Laguna Hills is a very close-knit, family-oriented community. The residents had a vision in 1987, a vision of local control to improve the quality of life for Laguna Hills families by providing beautiful parks, improvements of streets and landscaping; recreation programs; and a voice in decisions made concerning them. This vision is becoming a reality beginning with the construction of Cabot Park in 1994, offering the community its first regulation ball fields, improving existing parks; and developing a comprehensive recreation program for all ages. In October of 1998, ground was broken at the new 18 acre Community Center site, featuring a gymnasium, ball fields, hockey and skateboard parks, and a 44,000 square foot multi-purpose Community Center building. The Laguna Hills Community Center and Sports Complex is projected to be completed in the summer of 2001.

Whether you are coming to shop, dine, play or just relax, Laguna Hills offers the best of everything, including ideal weather conditions. Laguna Hills has hundreds of shops and places to eat, drink and relax.

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Located on rolling hills which lead down to the Pacific Ocean, Laguna Niguel is a unique master-planned community within Orange County, California. Distinct from its neighboring cities of Dana Point and Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel radiates a safe, peaceful country atmosphere and offers residents upscale homes, great schools, and numerous everyday amenities.

The vast majority of homes in Laguna Niguel are single family residences, beautifully designed and incorporated into the surrounding countryside. The city has a much different feel than many other master planned communities in Orange County - the hills and valleys spread out individual developments, creating numerous neighborhoods each with its own distinct style. In addition to the amount of open space, the area is well landscaped with a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers which add to the town's rustic ambiance.

Children attend schools in the Capistrano School District, one of highest scoring districts in the county. Rankings for local schools land generally in the 80th and 90th percentiles on statewide comparison. For everyday amenities residents utilize local shops and malls, as well as parks, movie theaters and other amusements. Many light industrial and commercial centers are within close proximity to Laguna Niguel, making for a short commute as well as offering more services, resources, entertainment, and recreational activities.

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Welcome to
Lake Forest

Although Lake Forest is a new City, having incorporated on December 20, 1991, the Lake Forest area has a long history. Starting out as an agricultural area like most of Orange County region, Lake Forest began to grow rapidly following World War II. Residential, commercial and industrial development began to replace the acres of citrus and other agricultural products. A significant reason for the change was the growing importance of the El Toro Marine Base. The growth of the base increased the need for new homes and support services. Steadily, the Lake Forest area was built into the City we have today.

Lake Forest has been carefully master-planned to help ensure that it will always be an ideal place to live and conducive to business growth. Consequently, the amenities for encouraging residential and business growth are highly valued and carefully nurtured by those groups and individuals whose role is to help the City grow.

Seeded in history, nestled within rolling hills, lakes and stands of eucalyptus, and freeway close, Lake Forest is a community that is responsive to business and aggressive in its desire for attracting and retaining an excellent business community.

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Welcome to
Mission Viejo

Diverse parks, open spaces, trails, and sports fields provide recreational opportunities located throughout the City for all residents and visitors. They offer a variety of options, including natural areas, picnic and barbecue facilities, sports fields, court games, childrens play areas, open grassy fields, plus on-road and off-road trails for everyones enjoyment.

The City of Mission Viejo was incorporated March 31, 1988, following a vote for incorporation on November 3, 1987, thereby becoming Orange County's twenty-seventh city. Mission Viejo is a general law city and, as such, is governed by the statutes of the State of California and has a council-manager form of government.

The council-manager form of government combines the political leadership of elected officials with the managerial experience of a professional local government administrator. The City Council establishes the policies and laws of the City, and the City Manager is responsible for their implementation and execution.

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Welcome to
Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach is a community of simplicity and sophistication, the home of spectacular sunsets, striking ocean views and luxurious houses within walking distance of sand and surf. A chic seaside community in Dana Point, CA, Monarch Beach is freeway close to the myriad of cultural events and sporting activities Orange County has to offer, as well as a just a short drive from Los Angeles and San Diego.

Living at Monarch Beach means you are close to some of life's most cherished pleasures. Dana Point Harbor provides slips and mooring for over 2,500 boats and yachts, along with over 50 specialty shops and restaurants. Each year residents and thousands of visitors arrive for shopping, sport fishing, walking, bicycling, parasailing and a host of other recreational activities. Whales and dolphins can often be seen cavorting off shore, and the City of Dana Point holds an Annual Whale Festival which draws about 100,000 people. Throughout the neighboring community of Laguna Beach you will find many small shops, art galleries and activities which emphasize painting and visual arts. Fashion Island in Newport Beach offers world-class shops and department stores, and the spectacular new Orange County Performing Arts Center offers the some of the best theater and entertainment in Southern California.

In addition to being within close proximity to the best attractions and amenities Orange County offers, romantic oceanfront dining and private beach privileges are available at the Monarch Bay Club. Here an elaborate new facility is planned with dramatic waterscapes, tropical landscaping and extensive club services. The Links at Monarch Beach combine the tradition of Scotland's St. Andrews and the challenge of Pebble Beach. Robert Trent Jones, Jr. created this spectacular 18-hole championship course that plays to the edge of Ritz Cove and the pristine shores of Monarch Beach.

Education for children in Monarch Beach is provided by the Capistrano School District. Efforts are currently underway to renovate all the schools. Dana Point High School is a leading high school, whose states rankings are exceptional - in the 90th percentiles within the state of California. For adult education, the Capistrano Adult School offers over 170 classes at 20 sites and consists of students from the ages of 18 to 90.

Residents are also within commuting distance to other Orange County institutions including University of California Irvine, Chapman University, Saddleback College, and Orange Coast College.

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Rancho Santa Margarita was planned to be an Urban Village, offering the best of two worlds: all of the elements and advantages of a small city plus the quality of life of a small village. In 1996 the Celebrating the Vision Committee developed Rancho Santa Margaritas Vision Statement: A Small City with the Soul of a Small Village.

The City is located along the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. The City incorporated on January 1, 2000, and became the 33rd city in the County of Orange. The City has a population of 42,296.

Rancho Santa Margarita is a general law city and operates under the council-manager form of government. It is a contract city. Police services are provided through contract with Orange County Sheriff. Through contractual agreement, the City will increase police services by 30%. Fire Protection services are provided through the Orange County Fire Authority.

CASA (Community Activities and Service Association) is a California nonprofit, public benefit corporation. It is a volunteer organization comprised of the residents of the City to organize a variety of community activities and special events for all ages to enjoy.

SAMLARC, Rancho Santa Margarita Landscape and Recreation Corporation, is one of the common areas in the City, and includes a 13-acre lake with swimming lagoon, 4 community pools and 10 community parks with numerous sport fields.There are also five other master associations, which include Dove Canyon, Rancho Cielo, Robinson Ranch, Trabuco Highlands, and Walden. These associations have parks as well, several of which have public access.

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Welcome to
San Clemente

A nice town with a golden reputation, San Clemente is an old-new city that in recent years took off into the upscale, but in many ways remains a modest town.

Located on the Pacific and on the San Diego County border, San Clemente is the southernmost city in Orange County. The City rises about 30 to 40 feet from the beach, moves east on a flat plane until it reaches the other side of the freeway, then rises abruptly into hills that are divided by steep ravines.

From the beach to the hills you will find homes ranging from sensational to modestly upscale, offering something for every potential home buyer.

San Clemente began in 1950 with about 800 homes, and has grown to host over 20,000 housing units consisting of single-family detached, single attached, and multiples units.

Old San Clemente, found west of Interstate 5, is a pleasant mix of older homes (big, small, many custom and oriented toward the ocean, commanding premium prices), as well as hotels, apartments, and condos. Palm trees, shrubs and plants are plentiful. This area has a resort town atmosphere, and during the summer attracts many tourists.

On the north side of town, you will find a single-home neighborhood with two-car garages, three-bedroom units, and some with rear balconies to catch site of the ocean.

East of the freeway you will find the new San Clemente with large homes, wood shingled two and three car garages, and many positioned to command views of the Pacific. In the hills of San Clemente, the bedazzling homes come in a variety of designs: Moorish, colonial, etc. Rancho San Clemente mixes a business-technology park with upscale homes that circle around one of the hills. Apartments, condos and gated neighborhoods can also be found in the hills. Some homes have eastern views of the countryside, not the ocean.

The Capistrano School District serves San Clemente, and, with some exceptions, scores land in the 70th to 90th percentiles. The crime rate is low overall, with a population estimated at around 50,000.

Recreational amenities abound in San Clemente, which is an ideal environment for outdoor-loving and beach-going individuals and families. A state park at the beach, a municipal pier, fishing, surfing (first class waves!), and swimming are very popular for residents and visitors. Two golf courses, 12 city parks, a club house, community playhouse, Boys and Girls Club, library, restaurants, and many other sports and activities for all age groups are also present. Occasionally you may even find a Clam Chowder Cook-Off!

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San Juan Capistrano is a charming and pretty historic town, that has grown into a population of about 30,000 in recent years. It is famous for its mission and for its swallows when, every March, thousands fly in from Argentina, which is an occasion for celebrations. Different from other Orange County cities, San Juan Capistrano has a true center - the mission and old town - which gives its residents something to protect, improve, rally around and celebrate, ultimately building a strong sense of community. Built for the most part over rolling coastal hills, close to the ocean but not on it (Capistrano Beach is in Dana Point), San Juan Capistrano is divided north to south by Interstate 5, a good dividing line for how the town developed, and east-west by Highway 74.

Father Junipero Serra opened the mission in 1776 and for about 50 years it flourished until the lands were secularized and the mission allowed to fall into disrepair. By this time, a small village had taken hold and until well into the 20th century, it served the mostly agricultural needs of the countryside.

Children attend schools in Capistrano Valley district, which also serves surrounding communities. District rankings are the 80th and 90th percentiles. San Juan Elementary runs a year-round schedule, Ambuehl Elementary both year-round and traditional. One elementary school, Wagon Wheel, and one middle school, Las Flores, were opened in 1996.

By 1960, the hamlet had a population of about 1,100 living in about 300 homes and rentals. In 1961, the town incorporated as a city, which gave planning power to the locals and allowed them to get control of what was clearly coming in Orange County: rapid development. In the 1960s, San Juan Capistrano built about 1,200 residential units and has grown to over 10,227 units as of 1996.

Here there is a home for every one - single-family detached homes, single attached homes, and multiples. You will find townhouses, well-kept one and two story original suburban ranchers, as well as new homes boasting the mission look (Moorish, Spanish and Mediterranean, with stucco and red-tile roofs).

Homes with views of the ocean and countryside can be found east of the freeway in the hills divided by deep arroyos, alongside country-club homes within easy access of two golf courses. You will experience a country feeling, with horses and horse trails when followed lead to a wide valley that leads down to the ocean, beaches and harbor.

San Juan Capistrano offers an abundance of recreational activities to please every individual. There are about 10 parks, golfing, tennis, movies, theater, musical events, horse trails, an equestrian center (440 stables), sports parks, a community center, recreation complex, and senior's center.

Improvements were made in 1995 to the historic block near Mission San Juan Capistrano which preserved the exterior and modernized the interior. A museum, variety of restaurants, walking tours, the annual Swallows Parade (which draws about 30,000 people each year), and various other general activities are popular to visitors and residents alike. In the evening, some residents walk or jog down to the beach.

For every day amenities, a major shopping plaza west of the freeway is available, and there are various neighborhood store centers.

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