8 Popular Anaheim Neighborhoods Where to Live in Anaheim in 2024

Anaheim, CA, is one of the many centrally-located cities in Orange County. It’s undoubtedly most famous for being the home of Disneyland and California Adventure, but there’s so much else that Anaheim has to offer. From sunny and gorgeous weather to parks and restaurants, and close proximity to the Los Angeles area, Anaheim is a great place to live in. The average rent in Anaheim is $3,283, while the median sale price is $865,500.

Anaheim is home to many vibrant, interesting, and historic neighborhoods. Even with all different neighborhoods in the city, there’s one sure to fit your personality, whether you’re renting an apartment or buying a home in Anaheim. Here’s an ultimate guide to Anaheim’s popular neighborhoods (listed alphabetically).

1. Anaheim Hills

Anaheim Hills is located in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, with amazing views of both the city and the mountains. There are countless parks, nature preserves, hiking and walking trails, and golf courses in the neighborhood. You can also find a great selection of cafes, restaurants, and local eateries to grab a bite at.

Median Sale Price: $1,085,000

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2. Convention Center

The Convention Center neighborhood is located just south of Disneyland and includes the Anaheim Convention Center, which is home to a variety of events throughout the year. The area has numerous hotels, restaurants, and is often bustling with people.

Median Sale Price: $665,000

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3. Downtown Anaheim

Downtown Anaheim is located in the heart of the city and includes the Packing District. There are a lot of cool local restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique bars. You can find some beautiful parks including Pearson Park in Downtown Anaheim.

Median Sale Price: $705,000

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4. Northeast Anaheim

The Northeast Anaheim neighborhood is located east of Anaheim Hills. Both the 91 and 57 freeways run through this area, making transportation easy. There’s plenty to do in Northwest Anaheim, whether you visit The Adventure Lagoon, grab lunch at a local eatery, or spend the afternoon at one of the many parks.

Median Sale Price: $813,000

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5. Northwest Anaheim

Located west of Downtown, Northwest Anaheim is a great combination of residential neighborhoods and commercial shopping centers. There are plenty of parks, golf courses, and outdoor spaces to enjoy. There are a few colleges in the area as well as many cafes, restaurants, and stores.

Median Sale Price: $900,000

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6. Platinum Triangle

The Platinum Triangle neighborhood is located east of the Convention Center and home to many entertainment venues. You can find the Angel Stadium of Anaheim, home to the Anaheim Angels baseball team, Honda Center, home of the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks, and City National Grove of Anaheim.

Median Sale Price: $800,000

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7. Southeast Anaheim

The Southeast Anaheim neighborhood is a vibrant community with numerous restaurants, shops, parks, and outdoor spaces. It’s well-connected to the freeways and is just a short drive to Angel Stadium, the Honda Center, or Disneyland.

Median Sale Price: $833,000

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8. Southwest Anaheim

Southwest Anaheim is just west of the Disneyland Resort. It’s a large neighborhood with many parks like Twila Reid Park and Maxwell Park. There are countless local restaurants to eat at throughout the city and plenty of shopping centers.

Median Sale Price: $795,000

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Methodology: All neighborhoods must be listed as a “neighborhood” on Redfin.com. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during December 2022.