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A mix of cultures in a neighborhood close to downtown El Monte
Park El Monte is in a convenient part of El Monte, a San Gabriel Valley city east of Los Angeles. The neighborhood is close to walkable downtown El Monte, which many locals know as Valley Mall. "People consider El Monte to be a city that's been commercialized," says Alma Aguilar, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. "If you compare it to neighboring Baldwin Park, El Monte has more commercial and industrial businesses. And it's very diverse." A multicultural vibe is apparent in Park El Monte, where businesses represent an assortment of cultures. Another area highlight is easy access to both Interstate 10 and state Route 164.
Park El Monte's single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses
The neighborhood has midcentury Spanish-inspired and ranch-style homes as well as 1990s contemporaries, some in gated communities. Single-family home prices over a year as of March 2025 were in the mid $500,000s to $1 million. During the same period, condos, many dating to the 1980s, sold in the high $400,000s to $600,000s. Brookhaven's newly constructed townhouses were priced in the $700,000s to $800,000s in early 2025.
View of Park El Monte with its neatly maintained streets.
Park El Monte has classical ranch style homes that are well maintained.
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Garvey Avenue has diverse businesses, including restaurants
Garvey Avenue is a retail corridor with shopping centers like Victory Plaza and Garvey Center, which offer an array of small businesses. The family owned Tito's Market is well known for its genuine Argentine fare. "Tito's sandwiches are famous. It's been there forever and ever," Aguilar says. Other options include Tai He Ju Dumplings House, which has dozens of dumpling variations, and Playas de Nayarit, which specializes in Mexican seafood dishes. Spots for groceries are El Perico Market and Superior Grocers. A Target is on Peck Road, several miles from Park El Monte.
Albert's is a popular Mexican Restaurant in Park El Monte.
There are many local mom and pop markets with great supplies in Park El Monte.
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Many visit Valley Mall for shopping and Main Street events
For more shops, El Monte's walkable downtown is centered around the area of Main Street known as Valley Mall. Having previously launched in the 1960s as an open-air mall, it remains significant to El Monte's commercial and community identity. Many of El Monte's events are held here, from a Lunar New Year celebration with a parade and performances to the Mother's Day Sidewalk Serenade with mariachi bands and the El Monte Sizzling Car Show in July. The El Monte Farmers Market takes place on Main Street on Thursday evenings.
A local car event, Fabulous Fords Forever is a great way to get outdoors and see classical cars.
Many locals attend the night market a hot spot for food, snacks and hand made goods!
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Recreational amenities include trails, parks and sports clubs
Recreational areas include Lashbrook Park, a stop along the Rio Hondo River Trail, a multiuse trail that runs along the Rio Hondo River and connects to the San Gabriel River Trail to the south. The trail passes numerous parks, including Fletcher Park, which has a playground, basketball court and dog park. To the south is Whittier Narrows, one of Los Angeles County's largest recreational areas, with lakes, hiking and equestrian trails and dedicated areas for various sports. Park El Monte is also close to the San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club, which also has table tennis. It offers several membership options and is open for walk-in sessions. Grace Lin Table Tennis Club's mission is to develop Olympic-level athletes.
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area has great trails for enjoying the outdoors.
Lay back and and enjoy nature at Legg Lake just outside Park El Monte.
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There are separate school districts for upper and lower schools
Several of El Monte City School District's public schools serve the area. Those with the largest portion zoned to Park El Monte are Cortada School, which earns a B-minus grade from Niche, and the B-rated New Lexington School, which offers Mandarin Dual Language Immersion. For grades seven and eight, many students move on to Columbia School, graded B-minus by Niche. El Monte High School has an A-minus and is in a separate district. Founded in 1901, it's one of the oldest high schools in the San Gabriel Valley. Career and technical courses include engineering, healthcare and computer science.
Columbia School promotes productivity and responsibility.
El Monte High School has great teachers and staff.
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There are various public transportation options in El Monte
Metro Micro is an on-demand rideshare with service zones in El Monte, and there are LA Metro bus stops along Garvey Avenue. The city also has a fixed-route transportation service and a commuter shuttle. Foothill Transit runs several bus lines in El Monte and Metrolink light-rail service is available from El Monte Station. Park El Monte's north side is close to I-10, so people living there may experience noise issues. The drive to Downtown LA is about 13 miles; from there, it's about an additional 18 miles to the Los Angeles International Airport, also known as LAX.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Park El Monte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park El Monte, El Monte sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Park El Monte, El Monte over the last 12 months is $795,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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