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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 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in South El Monte, CA over the last 12 months is $840,023, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 10152 Alpaca Street, South El Monte. This beautifully updated home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a bright, open-concept floor plan designed for modern living. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area, creating the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining.Recent upgrades include luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint,
Owner-User & Investment Opportunity in Prime South El Monte! This turnkey commercial mixed-use property offers exceptional flexibility for business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors seeking a well-located asset with immediate income potential. The property features two separate, fully remodeled units, allowing an owner-user to occupy one space while generating rental income from the other, or
* 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 *
* 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 *
This home is BUILD-TO-ORDER OPPORTUNITY! Personalize YOUR DREAM HOME!-- PRIVATE PREMIUM CORNER LOCATION! Beautiful Gated Community Historical Location of KB Home's Astaire at Starlite! Resort Style Amenities, Pool, Cabanas, Clubhouse, BBQ Area, Grass area complete this Family Community. Stunningly UPGRADED 3-Story Home Offering 1923 sq. ft. This residence features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms,
BACK ON THE MARKET! - Completely Refreshed for Move In! 9342 is 1BR/1BA with 582sf living area on a 2,036sf lot. It includes a large covered car port and parking for an additional 2 cars. Interior of home has been freshly painted, bathroom has been remodeled, new window blinds throughout, 2 new ceiling fans with lights and kitchen cupboards have been refreshed Home borders the Whittier Narrows
* Den * Downstairs bedroom with full bath * Kitchen island * Walk-in kitchen pantry * Dual-sink vanity at upstairs baths * Upstairs laundry room * Open floor plan * Spacious great room * 9-ft. ceilings * Quartz kitchen countertops * WaterSense labeled faucets * ENERGY STAR certified home * Gated community * Walking paths * Recreation center * Swimming pool * Near local schools * Close to golf
Welcome to this beautiful, like new townhouse built in 2021, offering modern comfort and style in a highly convenient South El Monte area. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, a loft on the second floor, located in a gated community with guest parking available. Enjoy the added benefits of fully paid-off solar panels, helping you reduce energy costs while living more
PRICE IMPROVEMENT: Income-Producing Property with Multiple Units & Ample Parking Opportunity!This versatile property features a front house offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus two additional 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, one with a carport. The property offers a long driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles. Ideal for owner-users, investors, or multi-generational living, these units
Welcome to this cozy and inviting home featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 bathroom, offering plenty of room for comfort and relaxation. Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is located in a desirable area close to freeways, restaurants, schools, and shopping centers for added convenience. The community also offers a sparkling swimming pool perfect for enjoying warm summer days,
This stunning, three-story home showcases an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and 9-ft. ceilings. Upstairs, the spacious great room is ideal for gathering with family and friends. The modern kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances. Relax in the third-floor primary suite, which features a walk-in closet and connecting bath that
A rare opportunity to own a unique triplex on an expansive 10,830 sq. ft. lot in the growing South El Monte market. Proudly owned by the same family for over two decades, this is the first time this exceptional property has been offered for sale. What truly sets this property apart is that all three units are detached, each with its own private front yard and no shared walls, offering the feel
Welcome to your next home in South El Monte! This property offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, situated within close proximity to various dining and shopping options, ensuring that everything you need is just a short drive away. With the Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center located just 10 minutes away, you’ll enjoy both peace of mind and easy access to essential services.
Welcome to 3045 Potrero Ave Unit C. Property is remodeled. Updated interior, paint, floors. Stove and Refrigerator is available. Laundry hookups are located in the kitchen. Garage/storage available. On-site one car parking and street parking available. Close to major freeways and big box stores.Criteria: Income: 2.5x monthly rent Credit Score: 650+ No eviction, no bankruptcy,
2025 Built 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 inside Laundry hookups and two assigned parking
Brand New Contruction - ADU. 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath residence located in South El Monte. This inviting home features updated plumbing and electrical systems, modern finishes, and a bright open concept living area designed for comfortable everyday living. Each bedroom and the living area are equipped with individual mini-split heating and air conditioning systems, providing year-round comfort and
Beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence located in South El Monte. This inviting home features updated plumbing and electrical systems, modern finishes, and a bright open concept living area designed for comfortable everyday living. Each bedroom and the living area are equipped with individual mini-split heating and air conditioning systems, providing year-round comfort and energy
Welcome to this beautiful, like new townhouse built in 2021, offering modern comfort and style in a highly convenient South El Monte area. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, a loft on the second floor, located in a gated community with guest parking available. Enjoy the added benefits of fully paid-off solar panels, helping you reduce energy costs while living more
Beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence located in South El Monte. This inviting home features updated plumbing and electrical systems, modern finishes, and a bright open concept living area designed for comfortable everyday living. Each bedroom and the living area are equipped with individual mini-split heating and air conditioning systems, providing year-round comfort and energy
This spacious end-unit townhome features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with the convenience of an attached 2-car garage and only 1 shared wall. It is also one of the few homes with a large private driveway. Located in the gated community of Echo, with open guest parking, play area, and outdoor patio BBQ area.This well maintained home features new flooring downstairs and fresh interior paint,
Beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence located in South El Monte. This inviting home features updated plumbing and electrical systems, modern finishes, and a bright open concept living area designed for comfortable everyday living. Each bedroom and the living area are equipped with individual mini-split heating and air conditioning systems, providing year-round comfort and energy
A bright, charming 3 bedroom/1 bathroom remodeled home on a spacious 13,000 sqft lot in the heart of El Monte. The house has a new dishwasher, newfloorings, new paint, new split AC units, remodeled bathroom, and oversize walk in closet. Close enough to be minutes away from the 10 freeway butsurrounded with tall hedges creating a unique and secluded ambience for privacy and serenity. A
Welcome to your future prestigious house located in the beautiful City of El Monte!!!THIS PROPERTY IS ALMOST LIKE A BRAND NEW ONE!!!This extraordinary REMODELED property boasts approx 1695 Sqft of premier living space with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms •Over $170K in renovations! Recessed lighting throughout•Walk through the entire property & enjoy the effortless transitions between the kitchen,
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