Rosedale

In the city of Azusa east of Los Angeles, you will find Rosedale, a 21st century master-planned community of eclectic homes and picturesque parks.

Rosedale’s many neighborhoods are filled with large, multilevel homes ranging between 2,000 and 4,000 square feet. The typical home features a private driveway, garage and a small yard on secluded, neatly landscaped streets. Several architectural styles are represented among the homes. Spanish-style arched entryways and terra cotta roofs stand out, while the expanded porches of the bungalow style and the Craftsman-inspired use of natural materials such as stone and wood add to the residential diversity. Natural materials often are incorporated into the community’s smart homes, which are designed with sustainability and environmental impact in mind. Single-family homes typically list from the high $800,000s to $1.8 million. Multifamily housing includes town houses starting in the low $600,000s to condominiums starting in the high $600,000s. Monthly HOA fees are typically between $300 to $400 for single-family homes, and that includes the neighborhood fee and the overall community fee. Singular fees for town houses and condos are slightly higher – typically between $400 and $500 per month.

Students can attend Dalton Elementary School, conveniently located in the community, Foothill Middle School and Azusa High School, which features co-ed automotive technology courses.

Rosedale is a community highlighted by parks and open space. More than 200 acres of the community is protected land, and it features an array of neighborhood parks that offers easy access to year-round recreation. Several parks are built around playgrounds and outdoor gathering spaces, while other parks feature a network of walking trails. Sierra Madre Park is a unique space anchored by a full-sized basketball court and offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Rosedale is a very walkable community in which all of the parks can be accessed from any of the neighborhoods. The community also includes The Promenade, a paved walkway dotted with benches and meticulous landscaping that turns a short walk into a serene journey. All residents also have access to The Resort, a centrally located, amenities-filled community center. The 4,500-square-foot Mediterranean-style clubhouse features a pool, fitness center, outdoor cooking areas complete with gas grills and a private room that is used for communitywide events and can be booked for private parties. While there is no shortage of fun to be had, Rosedale also offers more utilitarian attractions. Residents who need to commute to nearby Pasadena and Los Angeles have access to a Metro Station where they can catch the bus or hop on the train. The community also has its own fire station.

Rosedale is surrounded by North Azusa, which means residents are close to several recreational options unique to the area, which sits among the canyons and foothills at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River Trail, a popular cycling route that runs through much of North Azusa, intersects with the Azusa Trail, a popular hiking route, near the San Gabriel Canyon Gateway Center. The pocket park and interpretive facility serves as the entrance to the San Gabriel Mountains. “Without a doubt, my favorite part of the city is the mountains,” says Andrew Mendez, a Realtor with Century 21 Citrus Realty and member of the city council. “More people go into our Azusa canyons than go into Yosemite – over 4 million a year.”

Dining, retail and entertainment options can be found nearby in the relatively buzzy downtown area of Azusa. Dog Haus is a popular eatery and beer garden at The Orchard, the city’s newest mixed-use development in the heart of downtown at Azusa Avenue and historic Route 66. “Downtown has experienced exponential growth,” says Andrew Mendez. “We used to just have a few businesses, but we added 12 in just the last three years. Developers are really looking at us as the last untapped little city.” Nearby is Smart & Final Extra!, a warehouse-style grocery store. Off Route 66 just south of Rosedale is the Felix Events Center. The 3,500-seat venue hosts concerts and sporting events for the Azusa Pacific basketball and volleyball teams.

Get a good look at Rosedale, a contemporary community nestled into the San Gabriel Valley.

Written By

Matt Pallister

Photography Contributed By

Kory Ross

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Vladislav Sedykh