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Curated by Simir Shah
Who lands here
Young families and professionals who want a newer, master-planned suburb with parks around every corner and a quick commute to south OC business parks.
The vibe
Clean, green and organized, with greenbelts, trails and neighborhood parks woven between tidy residential villages; Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park borders the city.
Schools
Most addresses are in Capistrano Unified; a small portion of Aliso Viejo falls within Laguna Beach Unified's boundaries. Confirm the school for your specific address with each district.
Getting around
Car-centric, with fast access to the 73 toll road and the I-5 via Laguna Hills; OC Bus routes serve the main corridors and kids 6 to 18 can ride free.
Finding your community
A city and a master-planned community at once: the city runs recreation and events while AVCA (the master HOA) cares for most parks and greenbelts, so you'll hear about both.
Now go explore Aliso Viejo
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aliso Viejo a good place for families new to Southern California?
Aliso Viejo is a tidy, master-planned hill town built for young families, with more than 20 neighborhood parks (most owned by the Aliso Viejo Community Association) and Grand Park at its center for summer concerts, movie nights and July 4th fireworks. Young families and professionals who want a newer, master-planned suburb with parks around every corner and a quick commute to south OC business parks.
How are the schools in Aliso Viejo?
Most addresses are in Capistrano Unified; a small portion of Aliso Viejo falls within Laguna Beach Unified's boundaries. Confirm the school for your specific address with each district.
Do I need a car in Aliso Viejo?
Car-centric, with fast access to the 73 toll road and the I-5 via Laguna Hills; OC Bus routes serve the main corridors and kids 6 to 18 can ride free.