Why Live in Park El Monte
Park El Monte is a neighborhood featuring midcentury Spanish-inspired and ranch-style homes, along with 1990s contemporaries, some within gated communities. Condos from the 1980s and newly constructed townhouses are also available. Recreational options include Lashbrook Park along the Rio Hondo River Trail, which connects to the San Gabriel River Trail, and Whittier Narrows, a large recreational area with lakes and trails. The San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club and Grace Lin Table Tennis Club offer sports facilities. Garvey Avenue is a retail hub with shopping centers like Victory Plaza and Garvey Center, featuring small businesses and eateries such as Tito's Market and Tai He Ju Dumplings House. For groceries, El Perico Market and Superior Grocers are nearby, with a Target on Peck Road. El Monte's downtown, centered around Valley Mall, hosts events like the Lunar New Year celebration and the El Monte Farmers Market. Transportation options include Metro Micro rideshare, LA Metro buses, Foothill Transit bus lines, and Metrolink light-rail service from El Monte Station. The neighborhood's north side is close to I-10, leading to potential noise issues. The drive to Downtown LA is about 13 miles, with LAX approximately 31 miles away. El Monte High School, with a high rating, serves the area, offering career and technical courses in engineering, healthcare, and computer science.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Park El Monte a good place to live?
Park El Monte is a good place to live. Park El Monte is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Park El Monte has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $77,542 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Park El Monte are renters, with 62.1% of residents renting and 37.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Park El Monte can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Park El Monte neighborhood guide.
Is Park El Monte, CA a safe neighborhood?
Park El Monte, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Park El Monte?
The median home price in Park El Monte is $740,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $148,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,770 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $162K a year to afford the median home price in Park El Monte. The average household income in Park El Monte is $78K.
What are the best public schools in Park El Monte?
The best public schools that serve Park El Monte are:
- Rosemead High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- El Monte High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- South El Monte High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
What are the best private schools in Park El Monte?
The best private schools that serve Park El Monte are:
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Are home prices dropping in Park El Monte?
Yes, home prices in Park El Monte are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Park El Monte, CA
On average, homes in Park El Monte, El Monte sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Park El Monte, El Monte over the last 12 months is $820,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$820,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$814,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$641,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$483,444
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$562
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$740,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%