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East Rancho Dominguez

East Rancho Dominguez

Located in Los Angeles County

$633,831 Average Value
$521 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

East Rancho Dominguez is an urban community in Compton

East Rancho Dominguez, also known as East Compton, is a busy, urban community in a densely populated area south of downtown Los Angeles. It’s surrounded by the city of Compton, and is just a few blocks from a major freeway, making it well suited for commuting. “It has a strong sense of community, and people really take pride in ownership of their homes. There are a lot of families who have been there a long time,” says Realtor Sheena Pratt of Wedgewood Homes Realty, who has been working in the area for about five years.

East Rancho Dominguez, also known as East Compton, is a busy, urban community in a densely populated area south of downtown Los Angeles.
East Rancho Dominguez, also known as East Compton, is a busy, urban community in a densely populated area south of downtown Los Angeles.
East Rancho Dominguez surrounded by the city of Compton, and is just a few blocks from a major freeway, making it well suited for commuting.
East Rancho Dominguez surrounded by the city of Compton, and is just a few blocks from a major freeway, making it well suited for commuting.
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Midcentury homes are on display in East Rancho Dominguez

Homes in East Rancho Dominguez range from 1940s and 1950s bungalows to Spanish Revival homes set on modest, well-manicured lawns. Although many homes have garages, street parking is common here. Lot sizes are typically small, and some have privacy fencing, but there’s still plenty of space for landscaping or gardening. Prices range from around $550,000 to $750,000. “There are a lot of Spanish-style bungalows here, which people love, and it’s still relatively affordable compared to the rest of LA,” Pratt says.

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Community parks are within walking distance

In the heart of the neighborhood is East Rancho Dominguez Park, a busy, five-acre space that is best known as the place Venus and Serena Williams learned to play tennis. In addition to its tennis courts, it has a playground, basketball courts and a grassy picnic area. It also features a community center with a gym, pool tables, and computer lab, and is where the community’s holiday tree lighting event takes place every year. Other nearby parks include Washington Avenue Park, Lynwood Skate Park and Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham Park.

Pack a picnic and enjoy it at East Rancho Dominguez Park in East Compton, CA.
Pack a picnic and enjoy it at East Rancho Dominguez Park in East Compton, CA.
Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham Park. in Lynwood has state of the art and updated playgrounds for kids of all ages.
Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham Park. in Lynwood has state of the art and updated playgrounds for kids of all ages.
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Locals have a wide range of dining and grocery options

When it comes to dining options, East Rancho Dominguez has a variety of brick-and-mortar restaurants. Locals start their day with coffee and pastries from Mr. Phat Donut House, and Kitchen’s Corner BBQ is the area’s go-to spot for ribs, brisket and macaroni and cheese. Locals say it’s the best place for barbecue in Southern California and the long line is worth the wait. For Mexican cuisine, residents can swing by Dulce Canella for churros and fried Oreos, or pick up tacos from Tacos El Culichi. Grocery options include La Mexicana Meat Market and Northgate Market.

Find a huge array of authentic Mexican food all over Compton neighborhoods.
Find a huge array of authentic Mexican food all over Compton neighborhoods.
Stop by Northgate Market for all of your grocery needs in East Compton, CA.
Stop by Northgate Market for all of your grocery needs in East Compton, CA.
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Students go to Compton public schools

Students here are served by the Compton Unified School District. The district has implemented a STEM focus throughout all its schools for students with an interest in science and technology. Roosevelt Elementary School serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade and gets a C rating from Niche. The school offers a grant-funded program through which students can receive tutoring services, project-based enrichment and homework assistance. At Dominguez High School, students can select from a full range of academic options, including Advanced Placement courses and career and technology education classes. It gets a B-minus from Niche.

Roosevelt Elementary School receives an overall C rating from Niche.
Roosevelt Elementary School receives an overall C rating from Niche.
Dominguez High School has an overall B- grade from Niche.
Dominguez High School has an overall B- grade from Niche.
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About halfway between downtown LA and Long Beach

Residents here can easily access interstates 710 and 105, easing commute times for local travelers. It’s about 15 miles to downtown Los Angeles and 10 miles to Long Beach. Those in need of public transportation will find plenty of bus stops nearby. There’s also metro service via Compton station, only a short drive away. Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital, the nearest major medical center, is 7 miles away. Los Angeles International Airport is 17 miles away.

East Compton, CA has many bus stops all over town for easy commuting.
East Compton, CA has many bus stops all over town for easy commuting.
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East Rancho Dominguez Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$690,000
Median Sale Price
$708,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$699,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$835,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$24
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$521

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
4
Months of Supply
1.70

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value



Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

East Rancho Dominguez Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
13,042
Median Age
33
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$61,505
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,476

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
52.7%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
% Population in Labor Force
62%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
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