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Downtown Alhambra

Downtown Alhambra

Neighborhood in Alhambra, California

Los Angeles County 91801

$820,334 Average Value
$595 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

A neighborhood central to Alhambra businesses

Downtown Alhambra is a small neighborhood directly on Main Street. While most of it is occupied by storefronts, there are a few condos and townhouses that provide a handful of residential options. Buyers are attracted to the area's convenience, as businesses and restaurants sit just outside residents’ front doors. Downtown is also a busy social hub, so residents will be within walking distance of regular community events.

Main Street businesses within walking distance

Main Street runs through the neighborhood, providing many shopping and dining options. “It's a very convenient location to Starbucks, an 85C° Bakery, Sprouts and many restaurants,” says Mike Chou, Realtor and Managing Partner at The Chou Team. “It's only a minute's drive to 99 Ranch Market, Costco, Target and other stores.” Residents are also be close to banks, gyms and salons.

Walkable Downtown and the city bus

With so many restaurants and shops in the neighborhood, getting around on foot is fairly easy. It's been called a walker’s paradise, which Chou agrees with. “Most people walk in Downtown Alhambra, which is attractive and only minutes from major shopping, freeway, and other cities,” he says. “The good thing is it also has good public transportation.” Alhambra Community Transit bus circulates in the neighborhood. Interstate 10 runs a few miles south of the neighborhood.

Condos and townhouses in Downtown Alhambra

Housing in Downtown Alhambra is fairly limited, as most of the neighborhood is taken up by commercial and rental space. “Businesses dominate a good portion of the neighborhood,” says Chou. “Downtown is mostly for singles or couples just starting. It does have newer properties, especially the mid-rises in Downtown Alhambra.” Almost all options are condos and townhouses, which sell from $540,000 to $1.3 million. The range reflects the size of the unit, in-unit amenities like updated appliances, and proximity to shopping and dining.

Kids can attend highly rated Alhambra Unified Schools

The neighborhood is served by the Alhambra Unified School District. From kindergarten through eighth grade, neighborhood kids can attend William Northrup Elementary School, which earned an A-minus from Niche. Alhambra High School, serving grades nine through twelve, earned an A from Niche. The school’s Dream Center, which provides students with academic, social and emotional support, has won a Golden Bell Award.

Downtown Alhambra is a hub of events

Downtown Alhambra hosts many of the city’s events. The Chamber of Commerce organizes a farmers market every Sunday, which Chou says is popular. The city also organizes seasonal events that boost local businesses, like pub crawls, markets and expos.

Visiting city parks

There are no parks in the neighborhood, but a couple are nearby. Story Park is the closest. Here, visitors will find a playground and open green space for walking or relaxing. The park is home to the Joslyn Adult Recreation Center, which offers programs and activities for Alhambra residents 60 or older. Almansor Park is farther south but is much larger. The lake there is not for fishing, but visitors can enjoy the views. In addition to a traditional playground, the park offers a ballfield, soccer field, tennis courts and lawn bowling.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bob Hope

30 min drive

Bus

Main St & Chapel Ave

Bus

Main & 3rd

Bus

Main St & 2nd Ave

Bus

Garfield Ave & Main St

Bus

Main & Stoneman

Bus

Bay St & Garfield Ave

Bus

Main St & 5th Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Alhambra US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$785,000
Median Single Family Price
$907,500
Median Townhouse Price
$1,290,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$800,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$546,999
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$595
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$779,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
282
Median Year Built
2006
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,937
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,848
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,454
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,110
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,749

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    83 E Commonwealth Ave Unit PH-C, Alhambra, CA 91801

    $755,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,310 Sq Ft
    • 83 E Commonwealth Ave
    • Unit PH-C
    • New 23 days ago

    Welcome to 83 E Commonwealth Ave #PH-C, a luxurious penthouse condo in the Gateway Walk Association located in the heart of downtown Alhambra. This top-floor unit offers 1,310 square feet of elegant living space, featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Built in 2006, the condo boasts modern amenities and an open floor plan designed for comfort and style. Upon entering, you'll be

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,643
Median Age
39
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,759
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,126

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.6%
Advanced Degrees
10.8%
% Population in Labor Force
60.6%
On par with 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

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

96 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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