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Idyllic suburb
La Habra Heights is an idyllic city that blends rural charm and suburban comfort. This city, renowned for its rolling hills and open spaces, provides an oasis of tranquility amid the bustle of Southern California. "It's kind of like living way out in the country; there's a real Yellowstone vibe," says local Realtor Ryan Domis with Keller Williams. "You can have your own land or stables and feel like you're not close to anybody — but still be just a five-minute drive from civilization."
A child playing by the dual slide at the fenced in playground at Hacienda Park La Habra Heights.
Equestrian lifestyle is not uncommon in La Habra Heights.
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Not your typical housing market
Housing in La Habra Heights doesn't conform to the typical suburban template of tightly packed homes and neatly plotted subdivisions. Instead, the city's residential profile is an unusual yet appealing montage of sprawling, low-density estates often shrouded in the citrus and avocado groves that dot the city's landscape. "People in La Habra Heights can look out at their backyard, and instead of a picket fence, they've got wildlife," says Domis. "Lots of people raise chickens, lots of people keep horses, there are trails everywhere. It can almost feel like a different state." Properties here reflect a range of architectural styles, from sprawling ranch homes that echo California's agrarian past to more contemporary designs that incorporate modern aesthetics into the city's semi-rural backdrop. While you can occasionally find a mid-century ranch-style home for under $1 million in the neighborhood, most homes in La Habra Heights sell for between $1.5 and $5 million and feature spacious interiors, ultra-modern appliances and amenities, and lovely views. Overall, housing prices in the area range from $880,000 to $3.7 million. The CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. There are 22 houses of worship for residents in the area. Due to the lack of public transportation, residents will need a car to live here.
Multi-million dollar homes are found all over La Habra Heights.
La Habra Heights has beautiful multi-million dollar homes.
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Kids can go to Lowell Joint School District
The Lowell Joint School District and the Fullerton Joint Union High School District serve educational needs in La Habra Heights. Macy Elementary School is rated 7 out of 10 on GreatSchools and emphasizes computer literacy by providing every student with their own Chromebook. Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate School has a B grade and La Habra High School has an A-minus.
La Habra Heights children may attend Macy Elementary School in the nearby city of La Habra.
Home of the Highlanders, La Habra High School is proud of their football team.
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Check out Powder Canyon for some local nature
Powder Canyon, a substantial draw for nature enthusiasts, lies within this city's confines. Characterized by its undulating trails that traverse native walnut woodlands and coastal sage scrub, it serves as an alluring retreat for hikers, horseback riders, and wildlife observers. The vista points along the trails offer panoramic views of the San Gabriel Valley and the Hsi Lai Temple. This unexpected and impressive sight underscores the city's unique cultural blend. Hsi Lai Temple, the largest traditional Chinese Buddhist monastery in the United States, is a must-see attraction in La Habra Heights. Beyond its spiritual role, the temple is a piece of architectural art featuring serene courtyards, artful statues and a vegetarian restaurant. The temple's annual events, such as the Lunar New Year celebration, draw visitors nationwide.
A biker riding onto the trail from the parking lot at Powder Canyon trail in La Habra Heights.
A hiker hiking towards the large dirt parking lot at the Powder Canyon trailhead in La Habra.
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Shopping and dining requires leaving the neighborhood
There aren't any restaurants or shopping in La Habra Heights — for many residents, that's the whole point of living there. However, the surrounding communities of La Habra, Hacienda Heights and Rowland Heights all feature major shopping centers like Puente Hills Mall, supermarkets ranging from Albertsons to 99 Ranch Market and various restaurants. Residents will have to travel at most 3 miles to the nearest grocery stores and restaurants.
Inside the Tierra Mia Coffee Shop on Whittier Blvd in La Habra Heights
A popular place for food critics, people gaze at the unique bbq dishes at Smoke & Fire BBQ
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Free concerts in the park
As for events, centrally located Hacienda Park — or just "the Park," for locals — serves as a community hub. The park's picnic areas and playground are frequented by local families, while its sports facilities provide an avenue for recreation. The city also hosts free weekend concerts in the park every summer.
A young couple enjoying a meal under the large covered picnic area at Hacienda Park.
"The Park" is one of the major parks within the La Habra Heights community.
Residents of La Habra Heights enjoy the many offerings of live music throughout the year.
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Car dependent
Due to the lack of public transportation, residents will need a car to live here.
Classic cars are a common thing to see while driving around the scenic neighborhood and roads.
It is not uncommon to see people getting around by horseback in La Habra Heights.
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A favorable crime score
The CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
The La Habra Heights Civic Center is home to town hall meetings and events.
The La Habra Heights Civic Center hosts many events.
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On average, homes in La Habra Heights, CA sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in La Habra Heights, CA over the last 12 months is $1,549,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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