Huntington Beach Neighborhood

Bolsa Chica

Wetlands on one side, open ocean on the other

The Bolsa Chica area runs along the northern stretch of PCH, framed by the 1,449-acre Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Bluff-top communities like Brightwater and the Bolsa Landmark tracts trade Main Street proximity for trails, birdlife and uninterrupted ocean views.

Bolsa Chica in Huntington Beach, California

Typical price range

$1.5M – $5M

Home styles

Newer construction, bluff-top custom

Vibe

Nature, views, newer builds

Lifestyle

  • Direct access to the reserve's loop trails
  • Bolsa Chica State Beach and its fire rings across PCH
  • Newer construction with modern floor plans
  • Sunsets over the wetlands, not just the water

Local highlights

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

One of Southern California's largest coastal wetlands restorations.

Brightwater

Bluff-top gated community with ocean-view lots.

Beach bike path

Ride from Bolsa Chica to the pier without a single traffic light.

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