Upscale Yorba Linda, California is rapidly appreciating, say local Realtors.

"Yorba Linda is a suburban city of approximately 60,000 people, nestled in the extreme Northeast corner of Orange County," says Realtor Marlene Prescott. "Part of an early Spanish land grant to the Yorba family, the city's name literally translates to 'Beautiful Yorba' as its rolling hills were considered the loveliest part of the old ranch."

About the market, Prescott says, "Low inventory, and very low interest rates, means rising real estate prices. In spite of the continuing very strong seller's market, owners are reluctant to list their homes because they are afraid they will not find a suitable replacement home! Hopefully, the situation will ease as spring progresses. Early spring is usually the strongest market of the year! Meanwhile, the market is super hot ... where well-qualified buyers, charmed by the beauty and benefits of the Yorba Linda area, are often in fierce competition for available properties that are well priced and upgraded!"

Says Realtor Jeff Crane, "This Northern Orange County area is one of the most sought after residential and business markets in the nation. With the ocean and beautiful beaches, mountains and secluded regional parks just a short drive away, it is easy why so many people are happy to call Orange County home.

Explains Crane, "Yorba Linda was incorporated in 1967. It is the home of the Nixon Presidential Library, Museum and Birthplace. The city is located 25 miles southeast of Los Angeles and 441 miles south of San Francisco. It is situated in the Southern California costal region, 35 miles northeast of the nearest seaport terminal of Long Beach, 100 miles north of San Diego, and 18 miles inland from the world famous Orange County beaches along the Pacific Ocean. Yorba Linda is located in northeast Orange County, eight miles from the Anaheim Pond and Edison International Field of Anaheim, the home of the 2002 World Champion Anaheim Angels baseball team. Disneyland is a short 10 miles from the city with Knott's Berry Farm only 12 miles away. Yorba Linda borders Riverside and Los Angeles counties. The San Bernardino and San Gabriel mountains are a one hour drive, with endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, fishing and camping."