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Woodsy roots and outdoor access define South El Monte
Named for the forest that covered the area 200 years ago — ‘monte’ can mean either mountain or woods in old Spanish — South El Monte has obviously changed a lot in the intervening years, but it still retains some of its original woodsy flavor. While it shares a school district with neighboring El Monte, South El Monte is actually its own city, offering a slightly different living experience than its northern neighbor. A lot of the difference lies in the city’s proximity to the expansive Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, which borders the city to the east and south, and offers locals some of the best outdoor opportunities in all of East LA.
Welcome to South El Monte.
Locals enjoy Whittier Narrows and all its park amenities like disc golf, fishing & trails.
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South El Monte offers housing variety and strong community ties
The city’s housing inventory is pretty typical of greater LA. Those on a budget can find manufactured homes for under $200,000, and there are a number of modern condos and townhomes that typically go for somewhere between $450,000 and $800,000. However, the vast majority of homes in the area are midcentury ranch-style homes in the $500,000-$900,000 range, along with a fair few more recently built two-story houses, which usually go for a little over a million. “It’s a very healthy, involved community.” says Ken Rausch, CEO of the El Monte Chamber of Commerce, which also serves South El Monte. “A lot of people have lived here a long time, and they care about their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole.” The city’s residential streets are very walkable, featuring well-maintained sidewalks, and manicured yards full of native plants and trees.
Look down a common street in South El Monte.
Single-family, two-story homes are available in South El Monte.
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Whittier Narrows offers trails, lakes and mountain views
While South El Monte has a lot going for it — convenient location, tons of shopping and dining, solid public schools — the city’s standout feature has to be Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, which provides residents with nearly 1500 acres of outdoor space right in their backyard. The Narrows feature miles of biking and hiking trails (horseback riding is also popular), multiple fishing lakes, and dozens of athletic fields and courts, all offering scenic views of the Puente Hills and San Gabriel Mountains. And that’s without mentioning its popular skeet shooting range and public golf course. On the off chance you ever get tired of the park, you can hop on the 28-mile San Gabriel River Bike Trail, which runs through Whittier Narrows, and ride to the beautiful Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, or even to Long Beach. The trail connects to the county’s vast network of spillway-adjacent bike trails, which provides cyclists a surprisingly speedy route through Greater LA.
Get your fishing fix at one of the many lakes at Whittier Narrows Recreational Park.
There are tons of trails throughout all South El Monte parks.
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Lots of shopping and dining spots, including Los Chilitos
Of course, South El Monte isn’t all green space. There’s a large commercial presence in the city, with hundreds of commercial and retail properties lining its major thoroughfares. This doesn’t have much impact on the feel of the city’s residential communities, but it does give residents easy access to a bevy of goods and services, from cabinetry to auto repair. These streets are also where you’ll find most of the local dining options. The city is well-known for its excellent Mexican restaurants, like Los Chilitos — famous for their overflowing Molcajetes, or El Paisano, which has been serving Mexican staple dishes for over a decade. Meanwhile, Garvey Avenue on the north side of the city offers an almost overwhelming variety of Asian Cuisines.
Plenty of boutiques and restaurants in South El Monte.
Superior Grocery store for your local produce needs in South El Monte.
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South El Monte High offers dual enrollment with Rio Hondo
The city’s public schools are administered by El Monte Unified School District. South El Monte High offers a popular early college dual enrollment program with nearby Rio Hondo College, along with student clubs ranging from Pride to fishing to world travel. Younger students may attend New Temple Elementary or Shively Middle School.
Dean L. Shively Middle School provides education in the neighborhood of
South El Monte
South El Monte High School offers modern facilities with mountain views in Los Angeles County.
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On average, homes in South El Monte, CA sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in South El Monte, CA over the last 12 months is $810,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this brand-new, never-occupied home in the highly desirable KB Home – Starlie at South El Monte, a gated community with resort-style amenities.This home was purchased just last September and is like a model home, but offered at a huge discount!!Offering 2,088 sqft, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a full bedroom suite on the first floor, ideal for parents, guests, or
Built in 2021 and completed in 2022, this modern Plan 4 townhome offers 1,957 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths in a peaceful gated community. The first floor features a true mother-in-law/multi-generational suite with a full bath, walk-in closet, and private street-facing entrance—perfect for extended family, guests, or rental potential. The open-concept second floor includes a designer kitchen
Huge price deduction ---- Welcome to this beautiful, updated condo. 9467 Cortada St. Unit F -- end unit. El Monte. This well maintain home and recently remodeled in 2021, and roof was done in 2023.This condo features the first floor offers large living room, dine with nice size kitchen, all 3 bedrooms upstairs, huge master bedroom suit with a private balcony, 2 attached car garage. Location
Hve you been waiting for an investment property with endless possibilities? wait no more is here!!! This property has three addresses, lot is over 18,000 square feet, located in the city of El Monte, call for a private showing!!!
Exceptional owner-user or investor opportunity in the heart of South El Monte. This well-maintained commercial mixed-use property features two separate, fully remodeled units, offering flexibility for a variety of business and mixed-use configurations. Both units have been thoughtfully updated and are ready for immediate occupancy. The property offers ample on-site parking, including secure,
This stunning, three-story model home showcases an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Upstairs, entertain guests in the expansive great room. Create amazing meals in the modern kitchen, which boasts an island with pendant lighting, walk-in pantry, Shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. The third-floor primary suite features a spacious
* Open floor plan * Kitchen island * Upstairs laundry * Walk-in kitchen pantry * Front porch * Dual-sink vanity at primary bath * Spacious great room * 9-ft. ceilings * Solar energy system * Low-E windows * Kitchen USB charging port * ENERGY STAR certified home * Gated community * Walking paths * Recreation center * Swimming pool * Near local schools * Close to golf courses
* 9-ft. second- and third-floor ceilings * Downstairs bedroom with full bath * Kitchen breakfast bar * Walk-in kitchen pantry * Large walk-in closet at primary suite * Dual-sink vanity at primary bath * Spacious great room * Expansive primary suite * Upstairs laundry room * Low-E windows * Solar energy system * ENERGY STAR certified home * Gated community * Walking paths * Recreation center *
Discover This Stunning 3-Story Home for Sale at Brookhaven! Explore homesite 14 a beautifully designed three-level home built for your comfort and convenience. Front porch entry and a 2-car tandem garage. On the second floor enjoy a deck and open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the dining area, a bright and airy great room, and a modern kitchen with white cabinets, quartz countertops,
This lovely, three-story home showcases an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank flooring and 9-ft. ceilings. Upstairs, the modern kitchen boasts an island, stainless steel appliances and a pantry. Entertain family and friends in the spacious great room. Relax in the third-floor primary suite, which features a large closet and luxurious connecting bath that offers a walk-in shower, dual-sink
Excellent Investment Opportunity in Desirable El Monte. This well-maintained 3 unit income property offers strong rental potential in one of El Monte’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Each unit features comfortable living spaces and steady income, ideal for investors or owner-occupants. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and major freeways this property combines prime location with
* Kitchen breakfast bar * Downstairs bedroom with full bath * Walk-in kitchen pantry * Upstairs laundry room * Powder bath * Walk-in shower at primary bath * Open floor plan * 9-ft. ceilings * Expansive primary suite * Quartz kitchen countertops * Kitchen USB charging port * ENERGY STAR certified home * Gated community * Walking paths * Recreation center * Swimming pool * Near local schools *
Discover This Stunning 3-Story Home for Sale at Brookhaven! Low taxes approximately 1.58%. Explore homesite 51 a beautifully designed three-level home built for your comfort and convenience. Enter through a porch entry with a 2-car "bay" garage. On the second floor enjoy a deck open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the dining area, a bright and airy great room, and a modern kitchen with
Welcome to this charming two-story home built in 1990, offering comfort, versatility, and an unbeatable location directly across from beautiful Legg Lake Park.The main house features 3 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, a bright & inviting living room area, and indoor laundry hookups. The kitchen offers plenty of workspace and direct across access to the attached 2-car garage for added
Discover This Stunning 3-Story Home for Sale at Brookhaven! Low taxes approximately 1.58%. Explore homesite 51 a beautifully designed three-level home built for your comfort and convenience. Enter through a porch entry with a 2-car "bay" garage. On the second floor enjoy a deck open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the dining area, a bright and airy great room, and a modern kitchen with
Property Id: 2096179 SECTION 8 WELCOMEBright and comfortable 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom stand-alone home available in a quiet South El Monte neighborhood. This detached home features a private entrance, a welcoming living area, full bathroom, and two well-sized bedrooms.- Detached home with full privacy- Private entrance- Spacious
Welcome to 26 Jenkins, a 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths tri-level condo built in 2015, with 1865 sqft. Entry level has direct garage access and a bedroom with its own full bathroom, perfect for guests, in laws, or to use as an office. Second floor is an open concept living area with plenty of natural light, tall ceilings, and a balcony. Kitchen has custom countertops, plenty of cabinetry and a pantry
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY. Please contact for open house details! NEWLY REMODELED with fresh new paint! MUST SEE!! Excellent layout!! This amazing 2 story apartment offers 2 Bedroom 1-1/2 Bathrooms with central air conditioning and 2 assigned parking spaces (one of them is a carport space). The spacious living room, kitchen, dining room, and 1/2 bathroom are located downstairs with tile flooring. The
Experience modern living in this stunning 4-story new-build home featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 beautifully appointed bathrooms. The main-floor bedroom offers added privacy—perfect for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. Enjoy an open-concept floor plan with wood flooring throughout, stainless-steel appliances, and an energy-efficient, all-electric home complete with solar
Experience modern living in this stunning 4-story new-build home featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 beautifully appointed bathrooms. The main-floor bedroom offers added privacy—perfect for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. Enjoy an open-concept floor plan with wood flooring throughout, stainless-steel appliances, and an energy-efficient, all-electric design complete with
Experience modern living in this stunning 4-story new-build home featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 beautifully appointed bathrooms. The main-floor bedroom offers added privacy—perfect for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. Enjoy an open-concept floor plan with wood flooring throughout, stainless-steel appliances, and an energy-efficient, all-electric home complete with solar
Brand-new ADU offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, designed with modern comfort and functionality in mind. Each bedroom is bright and well-lit, featuring its own mini-split system for individual climate control. The open and efficient layout provides a comfortable living environment with excellent natural light throughout. The property includes two assigned parking spaces for added convenience.
The house just remodeled in 2025. It offers new tile flooring in living room, bedrooms, new standing shower. Kitchen has new cabinets and countertops and island. The wall A/C are in the living room and bedrooms. Recess lightings are installed inside the home. This unit has a large back yard. It is ready to move-in.
2014 newly built end unit townhouse by Warmington, 3 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bath / 2 Cars Direct Access Garages, in Goldwyn Community, South El Monte; 1 bedroom / 1 bath on the ground floor; Formal entry foyer with ceramic tile flooring; Functional kitchen with quartz counter top, huge center island, and stainless appliances; Tile floor in Living & Dining Room, and Kitchen, Carpeting on the stairs and
Welcome home to this exceptional and nearly brand-new construction situated in a safe, gated community with an unbeatable location, placing you about 10 minutes from Monterey Park and San Gabriel and roughly 15 minutes from Downtown LA, while also being walking distance to a supermarket. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with high ceilings throughout, creating an airy
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