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Real Estate & Homes in Westminster - California - Westminster, California homes and communites
WestminsterWestminster History Westminster remained largely agricultural until the 1940s. Many of the servicemen stationed in Southern California decided to stay once the war ended, and housing tracts were developed to accommodate them. Throughout the second half of the century, Westminster's residential needs increased and slowly replaced the farmlands. In the 1980s, Westminster became a popular destination for Southeast Asian refugees. These new residents opened many small businesses along Bolsa Avenue, laying the base for what would later be known as Little Saigon, the city's largest tourist attraction. Westminster was incorporated in 1957, when the population was roughly 11,000. As of 2000, the city's population was just more than 88,000. About Westminster Most of Westminster consists of residential neighborhoods. Housing boomed in this area in the 1960s and 1970s, and many homes reflect the styling popular in those years. As in many Orange County cities, rising home values have prompted some homeowners to modernize their properties. As a result, the neighborhoods of Westminster are often a mix of the old and new, which adds to the city's character. The commercial and retail sectors of the city are the Westminster Mall area and Little Saigon on Bolsa Avenue. The mall was built in the 1970s, and has since attracted many restaurants and businesses in and around the complex. As noted above, Little Saigon began to form in the 1980s due to an influx of Asian refugees. Activities The best-known attraction of Westminster is Little Saigon, a region that blends the cultural influences of Korea, Thailand, China, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Colorful cultural events, shops and eating establishments attract curious visitors and locals shopping for cultural wares. Restaurateurs prepare authentic dishes, while neighboring shop owners sell a variety of traditional crafts and jewelry. Events include a Chinese New Year's Parade featuring costumed dancers performing traditional celebrations. Mainstream shopping is available at the Westminster Mall. The indoor complex is located just south of Interstate 405 at Goldenwest. The facility features department stores, national retailers, and restaurants. More restaurants and large home stores are located just outside the mall. Schools Garden Grove Unified School District is one of the largest districts in the area, with a total of more than 65 campuses. The district serves Garden Grove, Santa Ana, Fountain Valley, Stanton, and Westminster. Garden Grove Unified's Westminster campuses are: Anthony Elementary, Carrillo Elementary, Marshall Elementary, Post Elementary, McGarvin Intermediate, and La Quinta High School. Ocean View Elementary School District serves mainly Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley, but does operate one campus - Westmont Elementary - in Westminster. Westminster High School, with an enrollment of 2,500, is part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Nearby colleges include Golden West College in Huntington Beach, Coastline College in Fountain Valley, Cypress College, and Santa Ana College. There are two local university campuses also: the University of Phoenix, Southern California campus and California State University at Long Beach. Westminster Fast Facts Location: Westminster is located in northern Orange County, primarily between State Route 22 and Interstate 405, north of Huntington Beach and south of Buena Park and Anaheim. The city is approximately 10 miles from the coast, with direct access to the beach provided by Goldenwest Street. Total area*: 10.1 square miles *Information provided by 2000 Census
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