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Crescenta Highlands

Crescenta Highlands

$1,215,285 Average Value
$796 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Crescenta Highlands offers tranquility and community

Crescenta Highlands, perched comfortably at the edge of the San Gabriel Mountains, is an embodiment of suburban allure and serene living. The neighborhood brims with a pleasant, unhurried rhythm of life, offering a pleasant reprieve from the hustle of urban locales. Crescenta Highlands paints a picture of suburban contentment – a place where community, comfort, and natural beauty effortlessly come together. Its appeal is no grand secret; it's in its balanced lifestyle offering – one that embraces both community interaction and personal tranquility in equal, satisfying measures.

Crescenta Highlands is known for its well-kept residential streets.
Crescenta Highlands is known for its well-kept residential streets.
Weekend routines in Crescenta Highlands include trail time.
Weekend routines in Crescenta Highlands include trail time.
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Single-family homes blend into the natural landscape

Crescenta Highlands is a neighborhood where architecture and nature coexist beautifully. The homes range from mid-century charmers to contemporary models, all uniformly well-maintained, exhibiting an evident pride of ownership. Driveways, adorned with various hues of flowers and well-manicured lawns, imbue a warm, inviting feel to the neighborhood streets. Prices in the neighborhood range from $1.2 million for a cozy 1,100-square-foot mid-century ranch to $1.8 million for a 2,100-square-foot fully renovated bungalow, while modern 3,000-square-foot Spanish-style homes in the neighborhood typically sell for around $2.2 million. As if to affirm the area's commitment to tranquility, many homes offer stunning views of the verdant mountains that cradle the neighborhood, a daily visual treat for the residents.

Midcentury ranch homes line the streets of Crescenta Highlands.
Midcentury ranch homes line the streets of Crescenta Highlands.
Most Crescenta Highlands homes feature soft pastel colors that compliment the mountainside.
Most Crescenta Highlands homes feature soft pastel colors that compliment the mountainside.
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Bike, hike and mingle at community parks

The natural theme extends beyond the residential quarters. Dunsmore Park, a beloved community spot, provides a backdrop for many a neighborhood activity. It's an oasis of recreation, complete with walking trails, children's play areas, and picnic spots. The sight of families spending quality time and friends engaging in cheerful banter is a common scene, reinforcing the neighborhood's friendly, community-oriented spirit.Proximity to Deukmejian Wilderness Park and the vast San Gabriel terrain adds a refreshing vibe, inviting locals to bike, hike and camp just up the road. Residents also have access to a covered playscape, a baseball field and shady picnic spots at Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park. Dog owners appreciate the separate small and large dog play areas at Crescenta Valley Dog Park.

Crescenta Highlands locals enjoy outdoor adventures at Deukmejian Park.
Crescenta Highlands locals enjoy outdoor adventures at Deukmejian Park.
Parks in Crescenta Highlands offer recreation for families and pets.
Parks in Crescenta Highlands offer recreation for families and pets.
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Shopping and dining along Foothill Boulevard

You’ll find plenty of essentials close to home, mostly along Foothill Boulevard, including Vons, Dollar King and Starbucks. You won’t find super-trendy bars, boutiques and five-star restaurants, but neighbors still have their favorites. Reborn Coffee is known for its specially processed brews, and cuisine along Foothill includes familiar Jersey Mike’s and Subway, as well as authentic Mediterranean, Italian, Japanese and Korean.

Crescenta Highlands regulars favor Reborn’s bright roasts.
Crescenta Highlands regulars favor Reborn’s bright roasts.
Moonbongri Soondae brings homestyle Korean flavors to Crescenta Highlands.
Moonbongri Soondae brings homestyle Korean flavors to Crescenta Highlands.
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Students attend highly rated schools

Crescenta Highlands also enjoys a reputation for educational excellence. The neighborhood schools, part of the Glendale Unified School District, consistently receive high ratings for their focus on academic achievement and overall student development. Local students can expect to attend highly-rated institutions like Dunsmore Elementary and Rosemont Middle School, both of which are rated 8 out of 10 on GreatSchools. The neighborhood’s own Crescenta Valley High School, meanwhile, has a rare 10 out of 10 rating and is a National Blue Ribbon school.

Crescenta Valley High School is a National Blue Ribbon School in Crescenta Highlands.
Crescenta Valley High School is a National Blue Ribbon School in Crescenta Highlands.
Rosemont Middle School serves 6th and 7th grades.
Rosemont Middle School serves 6th and 7th grades.
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Crescenta has easy access to Glendale

One of Crescenta Highlands' most distinct features is its sense of self-contained serenity without sacrificing urban conveniences. It's just a short drive to the heart of Glendale, where a diverse array of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues await. Yet, returning home to Crescenta Highlands always feels like a retreat - a withdrawal from the urban clamor to a sanctuary of calm.

Crescenta Highlands residents have the luxury of nearby shopping at the Glendale Galleria.
Crescenta Highlands residents have the luxury of nearby shopping at the Glendale Galleria.
Commuters value quick access to Glendale and beyond through Crescenta Highlands public transit system.
Commuters value quick access to Glendale and beyond through Crescenta Highlands public transit system.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bob Hope

19 min drive

Bus

Lowell Ave & Honolulu Ave (Northbound)

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La Crescenta Amtrak

Bus

Foothill & Boston

Bus

Honolulu & Lowell Ave

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Foothill & Dunsmore

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Foothill & Pennsylvania

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Foothill & New York

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Crescenta Highlands US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
3,793
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,543
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,037
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,187
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
696
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 21
    2 - 4pm

    3550 Santa Carlotta St, La Crescenta, CA 91214

    $1,850,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,799 Sq Ft
    • 3550 Santa Carlotta St
    • New 11 days ago

    Nestled in one of Crescenta Valley's most sought-after neighborhoods, this thoughtfully updated Contemporary residence offers an exceptional living experience.Bathed in natural light throughout, the home's freshly refreshed interiors and flowing open layout create an effortless sense of ease and connectivity. The kitchen serves as a true social hub, featuring expansive countertops, a substantial

    Carrie Boreham Grochow Engel & Völkers La Canada

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  • Saturday, Mar 21
    2 - 4pm

    3851 4th Ave, La Crescenta, CA 91214

    $1,995,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,726 Sq Ft
    • 3851 4th Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    A Grand & Impressive 3,726 sf 4-Bedroom Home + 656 sf 1-Bedroom ADU on almost .5 Acre Lot in the Glendale Unified School District w/ award-winning schools-Crescenta Valley High, La Crescenta elementary and middle schools. This one-of-a-kind architect-built home influenced by CA Mission Revival welcomes you through an impressive foyer w/ cathedral ceiling, a formal living room w/ a gas fireplace,

    Sarah Halpin Markey & Associates

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    1 - 4pm

    3527 Fairchild St, La Crescenta, CA 91214

    $1,585,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,062 Sq Ft
    • 3527 Fairchild St
    • New 13 days ago

    Located on Fairchild Street in the highly desirable community of La Crescenta, this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfort, privacy, and exceptional potential on a peaceful cul-de-sac.The property welcomes you with a wide and inviting frontage, complemented by a beautifully maintained front yard that enhances its curb appeal and warm neighborhood presence. Inside, you’ll find a bright

    Margarita Tadevosyan Keller Williams R. E. Services

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
11,879
Median Age
45
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$131,896
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$166,662

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
60%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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