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Downtown El Monte

Downtown El Monte

Neighborhood in El Monte, California

Los Angeles County 91731

$774,979 Average Value
$508 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A diverse community in the San Gabriel Valley with plenty of retail and events on Main Street

Local shops and restaurants line the Main Street retail hub of Downtown El Monte, where diverse businesses reflect a predominantly Hispanic and Asian community. Here locals can do it all, from going out for brunch to finding nightlife on the weekends. “Buyers choose downtown for the restaurants and lifestyle — this is where you can go out and have a nice, fun date,” says Realtor Callie Wilson of Dilbeck Real Estate, who has worked in the area since 2022. Downtown El Monte’s lively atmosphere is amplified by many community events held throughout the year: a weekly farmers market, holiday celebrations and more family-friendly shindigs.

The farmers' market in Downtown El Monte offers organic fruits and vegetables.
The farmers' market in Downtown El Monte offers organic fruits and vegetables.
The Downtown El Monte Shopping Center is a lively destination for retail therapy.
The Downtown El Monte Shopping Center is a lively destination for retail therapy.
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Downtown El Monte's eclectic shops and restaurants

At the heart of Downtown El Monte is a Main Street business district, which features about a dozen blocks of shops, boutiques and diverse restaurants. Local clothing stores include Sally Shoes and El Vaquero, which sells Western-style apparel. The community has many Mexican restaurants, including El Huarache De Dona Chela Restaurant, a no-frills family-owned spot known for its authentic fare. The casual diner Golden Ox Burgers serves all-day breakfast, while Progress on Main has cocktails and events like Horror Nights, a Halloween party with a costume contest and a DJ. Plus, there’s Asian food at laid-back eateries like Thai Excellente and Tai Pan Chinese Food. For groceries, residents can stop by Superior Grocers, located on the northern edge of the neighborhood.

Check out the latest Nike Dunks dropping at Sally's Shoes in Downtown El Monte.
Check out the latest Nike Dunks dropping at Sally's Shoes in Downtown El Monte.
Enjoy authentic Cuban food at Havana Club Restaurant in Downtown El Monte.
Enjoy authentic Cuban food at Havana Club Restaurant in Downtown El Monte.
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Many community events like El Monte Farmers Market, Dive-in Movies and more

From March through October, locals and vendors converge at the weekly El Monte Farmers Market. Every Thursday on Main Street, locals can find fresh produce, prepared foods and entertainment like vintage car displays. At the summertime Dive-in Movies, people can swim in the pool at El Monte Aquatic Center while watching family-friendly films. More community events include the Santa Float in December, where Mr. Claus and his elves drive through the streets of El Monte in a sleigh. There’s also a Tiny Tot Turkey Trot, where kids dressed in turkey costumes can race and play in bounce houses.

Check out the classic rides that roll into the El Monte Farmers Market.
Check out the classic rides that roll into the El Monte Farmers Market.
Grab a sample of Golden Farms strawberries at the El Monte Farmers Market.
Grab a sample of Golden Farms strawberries at the El Monte Farmers Market.
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Proximity to LA, Monrovia and Arcadia

Downtown El Monte attracts those who want proximity to downtown Los Angeles as well as easy access to the rest of the San Gabriel Valley. “People often move there because it’s adjacent to Monrovia and Arcadia,” says real estate agent David Ramirez, who works with Century 21 Masters and has over a decade of experience in the area. Via Interstate 10, downtown El Monte is around 15 miles away from downtown Los Angeles. For public transportation, residents can hop on a train at El Monte Metrolink Station or Metro buses at El Monte Transit Center. Both stations are conveniently located, just blocks away from the Main Street retail hub. These transit options enhance what is already a highly walkable neighborhood. For medical services, residents can go to Southern California Medical Center El Monte, only 2 miles from the neighborhood. The closest major airport is the Hollywood Burbank Airport, about 25 miles away.

Getting to and from Downtown El Monte is made easy via the Interstate 10 Freeway.
Getting to and from Downtown El Monte is made easy via the Interstate 10 Freeway.
Getting around Downtown El Monte is made easy via Metrolink.
Getting around Downtown El Monte is made easy via Metrolink.
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Craftsman bungalows, Mediterranean homes and townhouses in downtown El Monte

South of the downtown shopping area, the neighborhood is mostly composed of blocks of single-family homes that have lots with enough space for driveways and front lawns. Often fenced, the yards have room for garden beds, which are usually decorated with palm trees, boxwood shrubs and birds of paradise. The area offers eclectic architecture, including Craftsman bungalows, Tudor cottages and Mediterranean houses. Bungalows range from $500,000 to $700,000, while Tudor cottages and Mediterranean houses are priced between $700,000 and $900,000. There are also townhouses available, which start from $600,000 and go up to $700,000.

A variety of home styles, including Tudor, line the streets of Downtown El Monte.
A variety of home styles, including Tudor, line the streets of Downtown El Monte.
At Downtown EL Monte, Mediterranean houses are priced between $700,000 and $900,000.
At Downtown EL Monte, Mediterranean houses are priced between $700,000 and $900,000.
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El Monte public schools, including well-rated El Monte High

Columbia School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade, earns a B-minus grade on Niche. El Monte High has an A-minus rating. It also offers courses in commercial art, plus career and technical fields. It features a wide array of 25 clubs to pique students’ extracurricular interests, from Film Club to Travel Club.

Columbia School fosters productivity and responsibility.
Columbia School fosters productivity and responsibility.
El Monte High has an A-minus rating on Niche.
El Monte High has an A-minus rating on Niche.
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Fletcher Park, El Monte Aquatic Center and more recreation areas

On the western side of the community, Fletcher Park has about 3 acres of outdoor space, including a playground, a basketball court and the popular Fetch Park. This dog park features sections for large and small pets, plus a water fountain and an obstacle course. El Monte Aquatic Center, in the southern part of the neighborhood, has both indoor and outdoor pools, where residents can participate in swimming lessons or team sports. A few miles north of the neighborhood, Peck Road Water Conservation Park is one of the most popular recreation spots in the area. Here residents can walk and bike next to a lake with panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Enjoy the basketball courts at Fletcher Park in Downtown El Monte.
Enjoy the basketball courts at Fletcher Park in Downtown El Monte.
Downtown El Monte residents can head to Whittier Narrows to enjoy a walk and the wildlife.
Downtown El Monte residents can head to Whittier Narrows to enjoy a walk and the wildlife.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

34 min drive

Train

El Monte

Bus

Mildred Avenue & Gage Avenue

Bus

Tyler Avenue & Sally Tanner Drive

Bus

Trolley Station

Bus

Santa Anita Ave And Valley Blvd W

Bus

Ramona Blvd And Tyler Ave W

Bus

Tyler Avenue & Amador Street

Bus

Santa Anita Avenue & Valley Mall

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown El Monte US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$750,000
Median Single Family Price
$804,000
Median Townhouse Price
$739,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$508
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Months of Supply
0.30
Median List Price
$719,994
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
589
Median Year Built
1940
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,375
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,866
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,284
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,102
Median Age
40
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,470
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,112

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
60.3%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

70 / 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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