Clemente De La Torre
JohnHart Real Estate
(661) 367-8479
104 Total Sales
4 in Lake Los Angeles
$280K - $445K Price Range
Lake Los Angeles
Located in Los Angeles County
Lake Los Angeles’ name is a little misleading. This quaint ranch town sits in the middle of the Mojave Desert and is about as far as you can get from the City of Angels without leaving LA County. But for many residents, that’s the whole point. “It’s nice and quiet, and there are beautiful rock formations and desert plants everywhere you look,” says local real estate agent Carlos Paiz, who has been serving the area for over 25 years. “It’s the perfect place to truly enjoy the tranquility of the desert. At night if you turn off all your house lights and go into your backyard, you can see just about every star in the sky. And the only thing you’ll hear are coyotes in the distance.”
The local housing market is almost entirely composed of mid-to-late 20th-century ranch-style homes, many of which come with one or more acres of property attached. These typically range from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet and cost $300,000 to $500,000, with the occasional outlier. The town’s wide, quiet streets are lined with drought-resistant shade trees and carefully cultivated low-water gardens, and feature views of nearby buttes and far-off mountains.
If you’re a movie buff, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Lake Los Angeles — or Lake LA, as the locals call it — without even realizing it. It’s home to multiple movie ranches and has been a popular filming location since 1938. It was the setting for multiple episodes of the hit ’60s TV show “Bonanza,” and scenes from blockbusters like “Terminator 2” and “The Fast and the Furious.”
While few locals are actually in the movie business, they all have access to the natural beauty that makes Lake LA so attractive to filmmakers. When locals want to enjoy a bit of nature, they can go for a walk through Alpine Butte and Big Rock Wash Wildlife Sanctuaries, reserve a campsite at Saddleback Butte State Park, or simply take a mountain bike or ATV down one of the dozens of mixed-use trails that criss-cross the surrounding Mojave Desert.
Those looking for a bit of local history to go along with the area’s natural beauty can visit Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park, where they’ll find an informative and beautifully adorned museum of native history nestled among some stunning rock formations. The site also hosts a popular annual American Indian Celebration each fall, featuring Native American art and food, as well as a traditional ground blessing ceremony. If you’re in the mood for a more everyday outdoor experience, there’s always Stephen Sorensen Park, where you’ll find an indoor gym and an outdoor splash park, along with all the standard park amenities.
While the nearest large shopping centers are about 17 miles away in east Palmdale, Lake LA residents can find a variety of everyday amenities in the shops at the center of town. They can pick up groceries at DG Market, tools at Ace Hardware, or just grab a book at the local library. As for dining options, they’re a bit more diverse than you might expect. The town is home to a variety of highly rated restaurants: you can scarf down some authentic tacos at Los Chiles Mexican Restaurant, try some tasty pupusas at Delicias Salvadoreñas, or enjoy a traditional curry at Vanda’s Thai Kitchen.
Public schools include Lake Los Angeles Elementary and Challenger Middle, which integrates STEM concepts as well as local ecology into its curriculum. Little Rock High offers specialized career pathways such as biomedical science and agricultural studies.
Lake Los Angeles is the perfect landing spot for those who want to truly connect with nature — but still enjoy modern conveniences and a strong sense of community.
Written By
Tina Davis
Photography Contributed By
Joseph Choo
Video By
Adam Lapallo
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Clemente De La Torre
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Max Gonzalez
Max Gonzalez
Buena Vista Realty
(323) 694-2948
56 Total Sales
2 in Lake Los Angeles
$330K - $360K Price Range
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Amalia Khachikian
Amalia Khachikian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(424) 359-1579
48 Total Sales
1 in Lake Los Angeles
$10,000 Price
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MARISOL AGUAYO
MARISOL AGUAYO
Responds QuicklyBERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES CALIFORNIA REALTY
(951) 419-5897
21 Total Sales
3 in Lake Los Angeles
$10K - $20K Price Range
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Geovanni Quintanilla Colocho
Geovanni Quintanilla Colocho
JohnHart Real Estate
(747) 277-7255
41 Total Sales
2 in Lake Los Angeles
$255K - $390K Price Range
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Fredy Vanegas
Fredy Vanegas
ENRG Realty, Inc
(661) 382-3701
56 Total Sales
3 in Lake Los Angeles
$230K - $458K Price Range
Schools
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Lake Los Angeles Housing Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$579,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$572,999
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$317
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
26
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2005
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,639
Below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
851
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
24,611
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Lake Los Angeles Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,061
Median Age
35
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,631
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,294
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73.8%
College Graduates
9.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
47.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
4''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
