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La Crescenta-Montrose has natural beauty and great schools
La Crescenta-Montrose is a north Glendale community seated in the shadow of the San Gabriel Mountains. It offers residents a suburban feel and easy access to both nature and the freeway. Many Glendale area house hunters are drawn to La Crescenta-Montrose by its lifestyle perks and strong schools. "A lot of homebuyers want this zip code specifically for the award-winning schools,” says Realtor Lar Sevan of Team Rock Properties.
Welcome to La Crescenta-Montrose, a charming community nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, where stunning views and a friendly atmosphere await you.
Overlooking the picturesque La Crescenta-Montrose, the vibrant homes are nestled against the stunning backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, showcasing the area's natural beauty.
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A wide variety of housing options, from condos to mountainside estates
The local housing inventory includes everything from historic bungalows and midcentury ranch-style homes to split-levels and contemporary two-story homes, along with hundreds of condos. Homes line gridded streets, and mountain views are common. Condos typically sell for $715,000 to $900,000, while single-family homes range from $920,000 to $1.4 million. Interstate 210 runs through the heart of the community, which can cause noise issues for some residents.
Spanish revival homes with stucco exteriors are popular in La Crescenta-Montrose.
La Crescenta-Montrose homes come in a range of styles, from bungalows to Spanish revival homes.
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Highly rated Glendale Unified School District and Crescenta Valley High School
La Crescenta-Montrose is part of the Glendale Unified School District, which has an A rating on Niche. Mountain Avenue Elementary School and Rosemont Middle School both have A ratings on Niche. Crescenta Valley High School has a rare A-plus rating and has been recognized as a California Distinguished School, as well as a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School.
Monte Vista Elementary School is in La Crescenta, CA.
Rosemont Middle School serves grades seven and eight in La Crescenta-Montrose, CA.
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Deukmejian Wilderness Park and the San Gabriel Mountains
Residents are within a short drive of several beautiful parks and natural spaces, including Angeles National Forest. The more than 700-acre Deukmejian Wilderness Park offers extensive trails for hiking and mountain biking against the backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains. Smaller city-maintained green spaces like Two Strike Park feature picnic areas, walking trails and athletic fields.
Two Strike Park provides a place for families to picnic and play.
Families laugh and play together at Deukmejian Wilderness Park, capturing the joy of outdoor adventures in every moment spent under the sun.
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Quaint shops and restaurants on Honolulu Avenue and Foothill Boulevard
While the community itself is mostly residential, LaCrescenta-Montrose is surrounded by commercial corridors. Trader Joe's, Seoul Market and an array of smaller shops line Foothill Boulevard to the north and Honolulu Boulevard to the south. Most homes are within a mile or two of dozens of local and chain restaurants, including the always popular Tickle Tree Cafe, which is known for its standout brunch. "The Honolulu Avenue shopping strip has tons of mom-and-pop shops," Sevan says. "It's got coffee shops, restaurants, shopping and bookstores. They do a farmers market there on the weekend, and there's Oktoberfest when they close down the little strip. They have events all the time. It's like a little downtown."
Tickle Tree Cafe is a popular spot for breakfast in La Crescenta-Montrose.
Discover the delightful flavors of Seoul Market in La Crescenta-Montrose, where every corner is filled with unique snacks and treats that transport you straight to Korea.
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The Montrose Christmas Parade and other events
The annual Montrose Christmas Parade, which has been celebrated for over 45 years, brings together residents and visitors for a festive evening of floats, bands and holiday cheer. The Montrose Arts & Crafts Festival, which has been held every June for the last 40 years, showcases local artisans and craftspeople, drawing crowds for a weekend of shopping, food and entertainment.
Getting around the valley
Interstate 210, also known as The Foothill Freeway, runs through the center of La Crescenta-Montrose, providing efficient routes to Pasadena and Downtown Los Angeles. Public transportation options include several bus lines operated by the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority that connect to nearby cities and transit centers. Also, the Glendale Beeline runs multiple bus routes through the area. Burbank International Airport is 11 miles west of the neighborhood — usually about 25 minutes by car.
There is plenty to do in the town center of La Crescenta-Montrose.
Sparr Heights Has Easy Access to the 210 Highway and is Only 25 Minutes from Downtown L.A.
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The community has a low crime rate
La Crescenta-Montrose is patrolled by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and has relatively low crime rates compared to larger metropolitan areas. The neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2, below the national average of 4.
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On average, homes in La Crescenta-Montrose, CA sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in La Crescenta-Montrose, CA over the last 12 months is $2,310,000.
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