A diverse community in the San Gabriel Valley with plenty of retail and events on Main Street
Local shops and restaurants line the Main Street retail hub of Downtown El Monte, where diverse businesses reflect a predominantly Hispanic and Asian community. Here locals can do it all, from going out for brunch to finding nightlife on the weekends. “Buyers choose downtown for the restaurants and lifestyle — this is where you can go out and have a nice, fun date,” says Realtor Callie Wilson of Dilbeck Real Estate, who has worked in the area since 2022. Downtown El Monte’s lively atmosphere is amplified by many community events held throughout the year: a weekly farmers market, holiday celebrations and more family-friendly shindigs.
The farmers' market in Downtown El Monte offers organic fruits and vegetables.
The Downtown El Monte Shopping Center is a lively destination for retail therapy.
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Downtown El Monte's eclectic shops and restaurants
At the heart of Downtown El Monte is a Main Street business district, which features about a dozen blocks of shops, boutiques and diverse restaurants. Local clothing stores include Sally Shoes and El Vaquero, which sells Western-style apparel. The community has many Mexican restaurants, including El Huarache De Dona Chela Restaurant, a no-frills family-owned spot known for its authentic fare. The casual diner Golden Ox Burgers serves all-day breakfast, while Progress on Main has cocktails and events like Horror Nights, a Halloween party with a costume contest and a DJ. Plus, there’s Asian food at laid-back eateries like Thai Excellente and Tai Pan Chinese Food. For groceries, residents can stop by Superior Grocers, located on the northern edge of the neighborhood.
Check out the latest Nike Dunks dropping at Sally's Shoes in Downtown El Monte.
Enjoy authentic Cuban food at Havana Club Restaurant in Downtown El Monte.
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Many community events like El Monte Farmers Market, Dive-in Movies and more
From March through October, locals and vendors converge at the weekly El Monte Farmers Market. Every Thursday on Main Street, locals can find fresh produce, prepared foods and entertainment like vintage car displays. At the summertime Dive-in Movies, people can swim in the pool at El Monte Aquatic Center while watching family-friendly films. More community events include the Santa Float in December, where Mr. Claus and his elves drive through the streets of El Monte in a sleigh. There’s also a Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, where kids dressed in turkey costumes can race and play in bounce houses.
Check out the classic rides that roll into the El Monte Farmers Market.
Grab a sample of Golden Farms strawberries at the El Monte Farmers Market.
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Proximity to LA, Monrovia and Arcadia
Downtown El Monte attracts those who want proximity to downtown Los Angeles as well as easy access to the rest of the San Gabriel Valley. “People often move there because it’s adjacent to Monrovia and Arcadia,” says real estate agent David Ramirez, who works with Century 21 Masters and has over a decade of experience in the area. Via Interstate 10, downtown El Monte is around 15 miles away from downtown Los Angeles. For public transportation, residents can hop on a train at El Monte Metrolink Station or Metro buses at El Monte Transit Center. Both stations are conveniently located, just blocks away from the Main Street retail hub. These transit options enhance what is already a highly walkable neighborhood. For medical services, residents can go to Southern California Medical Center El Monte, only 2 miles from the neighborhood. The closest major airport is the Hollywood Burbank Airport, about 25 miles away.
Getting to and from Downtown El Monte is made easy via the Interstate 10 Freeway.
Getting around Downtown El Monte is made easy via Metrolink.
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Craftsman bungalows, Mediterranean homes and townhouses in downtown El Monte
South of the downtown shopping area, the neighborhood is mostly composed of blocks of single-family homes that have lots with enough space for driveways and front lawns. Often fenced, the yards have room for garden beds, which are usually decorated with palm trees, boxwood shrubs and birds of paradise. The area offers eclectic architecture, including Craftsman bungalows, Tudor cottages and Mediterranean houses. Bungalows range from $500,000 to $700,000, while Tudor cottages and Mediterranean houses are priced between $700,000 and $900,000. There are also townhouses available, which start from $600,000 and go up to $700,000.
A variety of home styles, including Tudor, line the streets of Downtown El Monte.
At Downtown EL Monte, Mediterranean houses are priced between $700,000 and $900,000.
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El Monte public schools, including well-rated El Monte High
Columbia School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade, earns a B-minus grade on Niche. El Monte High has an A-minus rating. It also offers courses in commercial art, plus career and technical fields. It features a wide array of 25 clubs to pique students’ extracurricular interests, from Film Club to Travel Club.
Columbia School fosters productivity and responsibility.
El Monte High has an A-minus rating on Niche.
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Fletcher Park, El Monte Aquatic Center and more recreation areas
On the western side of the community, Fletcher Park has about 3 acres of outdoor space, including a playground, a basketball court and the popular Fetch Park. This dog park features sections for large and small pets, plus a water fountain and an obstacle course. El Monte Aquatic Center, in the southern part of the neighborhood, has both indoor and outdoor pools, where residents can participate in swimming lessons or team sports. A few miles north of the neighborhood, Peck Road Water Conservation Park is one of the most popular recreation spots in the area. Here residents can walk and bike next to a lake with panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains.
Enjoy the basketball courts at Fletcher Park in Downtown El Monte.
Downtown El Monte residents can head to Whittier Narrows to enjoy a walk and the wildlife.
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Parks in this Area
Gibson Mariposa Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Tony Arceo Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Volleyball
Playground
Jeff Seymour Family Center Bike Park
Bike Trails
Rio Vista Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Playground
Fletcher Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Baldwin Ave Mini Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
34 min drive
Train
El Monte
Bus
Mildred Avenue & Gage Avenue
Bus
Tyler Avenue & Sally Tanner Drive
Bus
Trolley Station
Bus
Santa Anita Ave And Valley Blvd W
Bus
Ramona Blvd And Tyler Ave W
Bus
Tyler Avenue & Amador Street
Bus
Santa Anita Avenue & Valley Mall
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown El Monte
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown El Monte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown El Monte, El Monte sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown El Monte, El Monte over the last 12 months is $744,995, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
For sale are two adjacent parcels. Listing only includes certain information for one parcel which is a duplex - 3544A & 3544B Granada Ave. The adjacent parcel is zoned for mixed use. It has two commercial units which are rented as offices, in the front and a house in the back - 3548A, 3548B and 3548 1/2 Granada Ave. Total 5 units consisting of one duplex, one commercial building and one house in
11059 1/2 – SINGLE LEVEL – * FICO SCORE SPECIAL 600+ * One bedroom, one bathroom unit. Two-toned paint, vinyl plank flooring throughout, kitchen with light wood shaker style cabinets and granite countertops. Kitchen comes with gas range and microwave. Split AC unit in living room and bedroom. One car garage. * Included in rent: Water and Trash. * Laundry: None * Pet Policy: No Pets * Rent: $
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,102
Median Age
40
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,470
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,112
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
60.3%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
70/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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