Explore Rossmoor, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Rossmoor |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 33.785572 |
| Longitude | -118.085064 |
| Population | 10,625 |
| Density | 2631.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 90720 |
| Area Code | 818, 747 |
| County Seat | Santa Ana |
| School District | Los Alamitos Unified School District |
Rossmoor occupies a flat, tranquil expanse of land defined by the proximity of the San Gabriel River, which flows with quiet persistence past its eastern edge. It lies 1.4 miles south-southwest of Los Alamitos, CA (from Los Alamitos, CA: bearing 211°T), and is situated 6.1 miles east-northeast of Long Beach. Sunlight here possesses a distinct, pale clarity that seems to sharpen the edges of every suburban lawn and street tree as the afternoon wanes. Though Rossmoor sits only two miles from the expansive salt air of the Pacific Ocean, the atmosphere remains grounded in its own residential stillness. On the horizon, the distant silhouettes of the San Gabriel Mountains provide a rugged backdrop to the refined, level topography of the local landscape. Residents often find their way to Rush Park, a local park that serves as a verdant, open anchor for the neighborhood’s daily movements.
Rossmoor emerged as a deliberate vision of mid-century residential planning, transforming agricultural tracts into a cohesive grid of homes and quiet avenues. The local economy draws its strength from the broader professional vitality of the surrounding region, favoring a service-oriented and commercial stability that supports the residents. While the nearby Los Alamitos Retarding Basin serves as a functional reminder of the area’s water management, it also underscores the careful engineering that protects the stability of the local ground. Industry here is quiet, favoring professional offices and local commerce over the heavy manufacturing of the past. The history of Rossmoor remains visible in the thoughtful layout of its streets, which were designed to foster a sense of permanence and orderly growth.
Cultural life in Rossmoor moves at a measured pace, defined by the steady habits of families and long-term inhabitants who appreciate the absence of urban clamor. The proximity to the Colorado Lagoon offers a nearby point of reflection, where the water mirrors the shifting coastal sky and provides a modest contrast to the suburban density. Public celebrations often gather at Rush Park, where neighbors organize events that emphasize the social cohesion of the area. While the region attracts many, the character of Rossmoor remains defined by its residents, including individuals like the acclaimed actress Diane Keaton, who spent part of her youth within this environment. The influence of the Pacific Ocean lingers in the evening breeze, cooling the streets and signaling the end of another day in this settled, coastal-adjacent landscape.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rossmoor, California. Coordinates: 33.785572, -118.085064. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Rossmoor includes the ZIP code (90720), telephone area code (818, 747), county seat of Orange County (Santa Ana), and school district assignment (Los Alamitos Unified School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |