Aliso Viejo, California, is a smaller city in Orange County which is located near Laguna Beach, but slightly away from the coastline, which means housing costs are a bit lower than some of the surrounding areas. There are a lot of different parks in the city along with open community spaces, giving Aliso Viejo a very spacious feel. It is considered a part of the greater Los Angeles area, but also offers much to see and do in its own right. It also has a smaller but thriving ...more