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 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.
Opt for a quaint stuccoed bungalow in East Rancho Dominguez.
Spanish homes with well manicured lawns line the streets of East Rancho Dominguez.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Entrance to a modern medical facility on 120th Street, lined with palm trees.
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East Compton, also known as East Rancho Dominguez, is an accessible and relatively affordable neighborhood about eight miles south of downtown Los Angeles. Realtor Matt Tilley with First Team Real Estate, known by many as the British Bloke, notes that homes in this area are often at a good price point for first-time homebuyers. "It's relatively affordable and there's good access to surrounding areas." Here you will find 1940s and 1950s bungalows and Spanish-style homes set on modest, well-manicured lawns. Although many homes have garages, you will see a lot of street parking. For about $600,000, you can get a 1950s bungalow with stucco siding and an iron gate entrance. For $685,000, you will find traditional-style homes originally built in the 1940s that have been completely remodeled. You’ll also see some two-story bungalows priced around $700,000 and remodeled ranch-style homes that are going for about $715,000. <br><br>Students here are served by the Compton Unified School District, a system with improved student achievement and a graduation rate that is approaching 90 percent. The district has also implemented a STEM focus throughout all of its schools. Roosevelt Elementary School, for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, 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 that includes Advanced Placement courses and career and technology education classes. The school’s well-rounded educational experience also includes extracurricular activities such as engineering and robotics clubs and a competitive cheer squad.<br><br>In the heart of the neighborhood, you’ll find East Rancho Dominguez Park, a busy, five-acre space that is best known for where Venus and Serena Williams learned to play tennis. Here you can work on your own backhand smashes, watch the kids explore the playground or have a picnic lunch. This Los Angeles County Park, which features a community center with a gym, pool tables, and computer lab, is also the site of a holiday tree lighting and several other annual events. <br><br>When it comes to food options, East Compton offers quite the spread. You can choose from a variety of brick-and-mortar restaurants and food trucks that serve sushi, tacos and desserts. Start your day with a strong cup of coffee and delicious pastries from Mr. Phat Donut House where customers appreciate the donuts and the shop owner’s friendly service. Kitchen’s Corner BBQ is the area’s go-to spot for ribs, brisket and macaroni and cheese. Locals will tell you that it’s the best place for barbecue in southern California and the long line is worth the wait. You can also grab churros and fried Oreos from Dulce Canella and tacos from Tacos El Culichi. <br><br>East Compton residents have several nearby options for grocery shopping including La Mexicana Meat Market, a small store known for its fresh produce and meats. Northgate Market is another well stocked store that sells authentic Mexican prepared foods and products.<br><br>Residents here can easily access the 710 and the 105, and subway service via Compton station is a short drive away. If you’re looking for a convenient community not too far from downtown Los Angeles with relatively affordable homes, this might be the ideal neighborhood for you.
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
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$81,476
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
52.7%
Significantly below the national average
89%
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''
Area Factors
Moderately friendly
Bikeability®
60/ 100
Fairly friendly
Walkability®
50/ 100
Fairly friendly
Transit®
40/ 100
Source: Local Logic
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