Jeff Russell
Responds Quickly
Russell Realty Group
(657) 215-3597
113 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$655,000 Price
Monterey Park
Located in Los Angeles County
Monterey Park is just about everything a SoCal suburb is supposed to be. Less than 7 miles from both Downtown LA and Pasadena, the small residential city has just about everything you could ask for — a strong community, good schools, regular cultural events, and great parks. “It offers a really nice combination of suburban lifestyle and access to LA’s arts and entertainment scene,” says local Realtor Fabian Garcia. “There are a lot of nice houses in the city, nice ambience, and if you want to catch a ballgame or visit a museum, Downtown LA and Pasadena are just fifteen minutes away.”
On the housing front, Monterey Park offers a mix of residential styles. From classic homes reflecting mid-century designs to contemporary apartments, there's something for everyone. Home prices range from $850,000 for a historic 1,400-square-foot bungalow up to around $1.1 million for a modern 2,000-square-foot Spanish-style Home.
Like neighboring cities Alhambra and San Gabriel, Monterey Park is well-known among Angelenos for its East Asian shopping and dining. If you’re looking for authentic Chinese street food, it’s hard to do better than the meat buns and scallion pancakes at Jin Hai Pie House. Or if you’re in the mood for a more communal dining experience, you can head to Dabin Kabob & Hotpot. Feel like desert? You can head to one of the area’s many Asian bakeries and bubble tea shops and grab a pastry or a boba. If you prefer to make your own dumplings, the city is home to three large Asian Supermarkets.
Monterey is home to East Los Angeles College, the city’s largest employer, and a great place to catch a basketball game. The college also houses the well-regarded Vincent Price Art Museum, named for the horror movie actor, who donated over 2,000 items to the museum’s collection. For those looking for something a bit more lively, the city hosts an impressive number of large annual festivals, including Cinco de Mayo, Lunar New Year, and Cherry Blossom Festivals, all of which feature music, live performances, and street food vendors. If that’s not enough, locals can always jump on the I-10 and head downtown—it's less than 15 minutes away by car.
When locals need a bit of exercise, or just some time outdoors, they can head to one of the city’s many well-maintained parks, all of which have paved walking trails, playgrounds, and athletic fields. Those looking for more strenuous exercise can always head up to Pasadena and Angeles National Forest, which has all the hiking, biking, camping, and rock climbing opportunities anyone could ask for.
While Monterey’s public schools fall into four separate districts, most are California Distinguished Schools. Monterey Highlands Elementary — which actually teaches K-8 — prides itself on its STEM-focused curriculum and offers extracurriculars like First Lego League, a building competition where students can learn both creativity and problem-solving skills. Older students may attend Keppel High School, which has an A grade on Niche.
Monterey Park’s evolution into a diverse, dynamic community is emblematic of modern California – a place where history, culture, and progress coexist. Great food, great schools, and a great sense of community: Monterey Park has it all.
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Jacob Adelhoch
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeff Russell
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Eduardo Barrera
Eduardo Barrera
VISMAR REAL ESTATE
(844) 967-1299
8 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$715,000 Price
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Ning Wang
Ning Wang
Partner Real Estate
(626) 320-8702
10 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$718,000 Price
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Carlos Cornejo
Carlos Cornejo
Carlos Cornejo, Broker
(213) 566-8816
28 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$1,050,000 Price
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Lori Alvarez
Lori Alvarez
REAL ESTATE RESOLVED
(909) 317-3786
197 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$550,000 Price
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Betty Huang
Betty Huang
Keller Williams Legacy
(213) 471-7492
18 Total Sales
1 in Monterey Park
$600,000 Price
Schools
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- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Cascades Park
Barnes Park
Highlands Park
Sierra Vista Park
Sequoia Park
Garvey Ranch Park
Sunnyslopes Park
Edison Trails Park
George E Elder Memorial Park
Monterey Park Housing Trends
On average, homes in Monterey Park, CA sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Monterey Park, CA over the last 12 months is $905,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$895,000
Median Sale Price
$905,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,050,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,120,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$690,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
281
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$613
Area Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
13,451
Number of Homes for Sale
68
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,647
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,440
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,072
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
768
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Sep 6Open Sat 2PM - 4PM
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Saturday, Sep 6Open Sat 1PM - 4PM
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Wednesday, Sep 3Open Wed 4PM - 7PM
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,500 - $4,000 per month
- Atlantic Times Square
- 2 - 3 Beds
- 2-3 Baths
- 1,438+ Sq Ft
- 580 N Atlantic Blvd
- Monterey Park, CA
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$2,137 - $2,434 per month
- Emerald Hills
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 650+ Sq Ft
- 855-877 W El Repetto Dr
- Monterey Park, CA
Condo Buildings
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Monterey Park Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
57,414
Median Age
45
Population Density
52 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,673
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,211
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.3%
Advanced Degrees
10.8%
% Population in Labor Force
57.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 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.