Why Live in Little Saigon
Little Saigon in Westminster is a culturally rich neighborhood known for its vibrant Vietnamese community and authentic culinary experiences. The area features well-maintained residential streets typical of Orange County suburbia, with a variety of home styles including midcentury ranch-style homes, traditionals, and Spanish-influenced houses. Home prices range from $725,000 to $1.6 million, with newer homes in gated communities priced higher. Townhouses and condos are available from $500,000 to $800,000, and manufactured homes start at $90,000. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools such as John Murdy Elementary, James Irvine Intermediate, and La Quinta High. Little Saigon offers numerous attractions, including the bustling Bolsa Avenue corridor with its array of shops and restaurants like Lee's Sandwiches and the Asian Garden Mall. Annual events like the Flower Festival and Tết Parade, as well as the summertime Night Market, add to the community's lively atmosphere. For outdoor activities, Bowling Green Park provides playgrounds, picnic areas, and a basketball court. The neighborhood is conveniently located near major roadways like Interstate 405 and state routes 22 and 39, making it easy to reach Southern California's top destinations such as Disneyland and Huntington Beach. Little Saigon also boasts a lower crime rate compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal as a desirable place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Saigon a good place to live?
Little Saigon is a good place to live. Little Saigon is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Little Saigon has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 17.1 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $99,916 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 23.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Little Saigon are home owners, with 40.6% of residents renting and 59.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Little Saigon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Little Saigon neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Little Saigon?
The median home price in Little Saigon is $1,014,444. If you put a 20% down payment of $202,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $221K a year to afford the median home price in Little Saigon. The average household income in Little Saigon is $100K.
What are the best public schools in Little Saigon?
The best public schools that serve Little Saigon are:
What are the best private schools in Little Saigon?
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Home Trends in Little Saigon, CA
On average, homes in Little Saigon, Westminster sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Saigon, Westminster over the last 12 months is $1,015,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,015,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,055,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$705,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$677
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Median List Price
$1,014,444
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%