Murrieta, California
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Murrieta is notable for its centralized location in Southern California. Though outside of the busyness of city life, Murrieta’s convenient location near major roadways allows locals to easily commute to metropolitan areas and access big-city amenities and attractions like Disneyland Park and scenic beaches in Orange County. Murrieta also enjoys multiple outdoor recreational facilities like Harveston Lake Park, Discovery Park, Los Alamos Hills Sports Park, and Glen Arbor Park that boast playground equipment, picnic areas, sports parks, and ample greenspace for outdoor activities.
Cost of Living
While Murrieta’s cost of living is higher than the national average, it is one of the less expensive cities in California. A large portion of Murrieta’s cost index is housing, taking into consideration that the median household income in this city exceeds the national average. Murrieta’s cost of living also factors in higher than average amounts being allocated towards things such as transportation, groceries, goods and services, and healthcare. With a lower cost of living, Murrieta is an ideal place for homebuyers desiring the warm California climate without the expensive price tag of Southern California living.
Transportation
Murrieta is a car-dependent city, especially those who work outside of the city limits. Home to sections of the Temecula Valley Highway and the Riverside County Deputy Sheriff Eric Andrew Thach Memorial Highway, Murrieta is connected to surrounding towns like Temecula, Riverside, and Hemet. While the city does have a low walkability score, there is a public bus system offered by the Riverside Transit Agency that has stops throughout the city, and also connects Murrieta to nearby cities like Riverside, Temecula, and Lake Elsinore.
Schools
Murrieta is served by the Murrieta Unified School District. This district is comprised of 19 public schools consisting of 12 elementary schools, four middle schools, and three high schools. In comparison to schools’ averages in the state of California, over half of the educational institutions in the Murrieta Unified School District possess an above-average GreatSchools rating. Schools in this district boast excellent academic curriculums, high test scores, a diverse range of extracurricular programs and activities, as well as stellar graduation rates.
Attractions
Murrieta is home to the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, a major attraction that offers outdoor recreational facilities like seasonal vernal pools, picnic areas, and trails for walking, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Another Murrieta attraction is Tenaja Falls that features trails for hiking and biking, as well as a scenic 150-foot waterfall. The Mulligan Family Fun Center is jam-packed with fun games and activities like laser tag, miniature golf, go-karts, and batting cages. Murrieta also enjoys being home to multiple golf courses and clubs such as The Golf Club at Rancho California that includes a championship 18-hole golf course, a driving range, a practice facility, and on-site dining.