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Rosemead

Rosemead

Located in Los Angeles County

$967,460 Average Value
$649 Average Price per Sq Ft
38 Homes For Sale

Centrally located and vibrant in culture

Set about 12 miles from downtown Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley city of Rosemead offers a rich cultural palette and a suburban pace of life, surrounded by area freeways. More than 60% of the city’s roughly 52,000 residents are of Asian heritage — a legacy reflected throughout the city in Asian-owned businesses and signage catering to the many different languages spoken here. While the area’s largest employer is Edison International, Rosemead is better known and beloved for its mom-and-pop shops, independent restaurants and markets, which draw visitors from across L.A. County. “The city has pushed for a lot of initiatives and resources to help small businesses open and thrive, and that’s big part of the appeal for people moving here,” says Ari Wintraub, Realtor for Sotheby’s International Realty.

Rosemead residents and visitors enjoy convenient access to the 10 and 60 freeways.
Rosemead residents and visitors enjoy convenient access to the 10 and 60 freeways.
Families gather at Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos for fun and cultural education.
Families gather at Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos for fun and cultural education.
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Spanish Revivals and California bungalows

The median home price in Rosemead is $925,000, compared to roughly $1 million in Los Angeles and San Gabriel, and $1.23 million in Pasadena. Inventory, though, is often scarce. “People tend to hold onto their houses for generations, so it’s relatively rare to see new homes come on the market here,” says Alma Aguilar, a local real estate agent for Coldwell Banker with 21 years of experience.

Most homes here date back to L.A.’s postwar industrial boom of the 1950s and early '60s, commonly modest single-family ranch-style, split-level homes or manufactured homes with garages, covered patios and sometimes, topiary-studded lawns. Midcentury homes are generally found in the city’s older, southeast neighborhoods, and are often fixer-uppers popular with investment buyers; some have been renovated to include accessory dwelling units, or ADUs. In northeast areas closer to parks and highly rated schools, larger two-story homes on larger lots were built between about 2000 and today, usually with Spanish-style details like stucco exteriors and clay-tile roofs. Mobile homes can also be found in the southeast, and townhouses in the northeast.

Spanish style homes are a common sight in Rosemead.
Spanish style homes are a common sight in Rosemead.
Luxurious Spanish style homes are a common option for homebuyers in Rosemead.
Luxurious Spanish style homes are a common option for homebuyers in Rosemead.
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Imported goods from local grocery stores

Family-owned restaurants are concentrated along and near Garvey Avenue, with cuisines ranging from ChineseMexican and Italian. Shopping plazas tend to include Asian-focused supermarkets, selling everything from imported spices to international snacks, alongside national chains like Dollar Tree and Target.

Happy lamb hot pot In Rosemead is a great choice for a fun and delicious dining experience.
Happy lamb hot pot In Rosemead is a great choice for a fun and delicious dining experience.
Medan Kitchen Is a restaurant  that serves up excellent imported foods.
Medan Kitchen Is a restaurant that serves up excellent imported foods.
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Seasonal events at city parks

Among the city’s nine parks, Rosemead Park stands out as the largest, offering a half-mile fitness trail, skate park and Olympic-sized swimming pool. The park serves as a year-round community centerpiece—its parking lot transforms into a weekly farmers market from April through October, while summer evenings come alive with free tribute concerts. Garvey Park counters the heat with its 28,000-square-foot Splash Zone Water Park, featuring spray pads and winding water channels that operate daily during peak summer months.

Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos showcases Latin-inspired food vendors.
Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos showcases Latin-inspired food vendors.
Live bands entertain visitors at Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos in Rosemead.
Live bands entertain visitors at Fall Fiesta/Dia de los Muertos in Rosemead.
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Served by four districts

Four public school districts serve the city: Garvey, Rosemead, Montebello and El Monte Union High. The latter is the highest ranked of the four, earning an overall A-minus from Niche. In late 2024, five El Monte students earned full-ride scholarships to Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Princeton and Yale. The local University of the West offers a Buddhist-based education.

Students from Ralph Waldo can later attend Richard Garvey Intermediate School in Rosemead.
Students from Ralph Waldo can later attend Richard Garvey Intermediate School in Rosemead.
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School is a great choice for enrollment in Rosemead.
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School is a great choice for enrollment in Rosemead.
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Crime mitigation, fire disaster prevention

According to the Rosemead Police Department’s most recent data from late 2023, the city has reported lower rates of violent crime and higher rates of property crime than the state and the nation. Based in the Rosemead Public Safety Center, the Rosemead Team provides community-oriented policing and gang-prevention programs.
Rosemead is at a high risk of damage from wildfires. In January 2025, the Eaton Fire destroyed much of the historic Altadena neighborhood, 10 miles from Rosemead, forcing thousands of area residents to evacuate their homes. Rosemead residents can sign up for emergency text alerts via the Cal Fire website.

A quick route to Los Angeles

Interstate 10 runs east-west through Rosemead, connecting the city to several major freeways: Route 60 (4 miles south), Interstate 210 (5 miles north), Interstate 710 (7 miles west) and Interstate 605 (5 miles east). Downtown Los Angeles is about 12 miles west via I-10, while Pasadena is about 10 miles northwest via I-210.
Metro's Rosemead/Valley bus route makes several stops along Rosemead Boulevard. Two of the area's largest hospitals, the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center and Huntington Hospital, are both about 10 miles away in Pasadena. The small, regional Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 20 miles away, while Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about 30 miles away.

Rosemead locals enjoy being centrally located between Los Angeles and the Inland Empire.
Rosemead locals enjoy being centrally located between Los Angeles and the Inland Empire.
Rosemead is home to a variety of industry and retail.
Rosemead is home to a variety of industry and retail.
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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
10,524
Number of Homes for Sale
38
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,473
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,397
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,177
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
735
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 1PM - 3PM

    3239 Ivar Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770

    $890,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,511 Sq Ft
    • 3239 Ivar Ave

    Welcome to this delightful one level single family property,, ideally located in a highly sought-after quiet neighborhood of Rosemead. This residence offers 1,511 square feet of comfortable living space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on a generous 6,178 sqft lot offering excellent space and long-term potential. The interior layout has been thoughtfully designed to include a bright living

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    Lan 'Gloria' Xiao
    RE/MAX ELITE REALTY
    (626) 548-4894
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  • Sunday, May 3
    Open Sun 1PM - 5PM

    3604 Linda Lee Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770

    $880,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,144 Sq Ft
    • 3604 Linda Lee Ave

    LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Beautiful Single Family Home located in Nice and quiet Neighbors, Built in 1957. Lots of potential in this property with perfect interior layout to tailormade into your perfect home. This residence offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and excellent interior for remodeling and additions. Lots of potentials in making the perfect home. Step inside to discover a warm

    Jonathan Koo KW Executive

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  • Monday, May 4
    Open Mon 11AM - 2PM

    4329 Rio Hondo Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770

    $830,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,897 Sq Ft
    • 4329 Rio Hondo Ave
    • New 12 days ago

    Attention Investors! Don’t miss this incredible fix-and-flip opportunity with strong upside potential in the highly desirable city of Rosemead. This property is SOLD AS-IS SALE, occupied property - PLS DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS - cash offer only, no financing will be considered. Buyers check City, County, Zoning, Tax, and other records to their satisfaction. Seller needs 3 months to re-home tenant.

    Cindy Ha PINA REALTY

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Neighborhoods in Rosemead

Property Mix - Square Feet

Rosemead Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
24
Median Rent
$2,499
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,190
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,500
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,300
Median Condo Rent
$2,300
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,300

Demographics

Total Population
47,779
Median Age
43
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,491
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$86,446

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
67.3%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
% Population in Labor Force
59.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®®

60 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit Score®®

40 / 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.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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