Nestled between the Santa Rosa Plateau and the San Jacinto Mountains, Murrieta combines Southern California's natural beauty with modern suburban living. The city, part of the Los Angeles-San Diego megaregion, features over 52 parks across 33 square miles and offers convenient access to both Interstate 15 and Interstate 215. The French Valley area sits near the regional airport, while the Bear Creek area showcases rental properties adjacent to a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course. The Historic Downtown district and Cole Canyon neighborhoods feature classic California architecture and easy access to shopping centers, including the Murrieta Plaza and The Orchard. Rental homes near the Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta provide quick access to state-of-the-art medical facilities, while the city's numerous parks, including California Oaks Sports Park and Los Alamos Hills Sports Park, offer recreational opportunities for all residents.