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Walnut Park

Walnut Park

Urban Core Neighborhood in Huntington Park, California

Los Angeles County 90255

Neighborhood Reviews
3.0
$711,037 Average Value
$525 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Rich heritage and renewal near LA

Snug and densely residential Walnut Park offers a laid-back suburban pace, multicultural retailers, freeway proximity and a brand-new community green space — all within 7 miles of downtown Los Angeles. Neighbors gather for mariachi festivities in a commercial plaza and recently celebrated the opening of Nogales Park on Grand Avenue. Steven Padilla, Certified Probate and Trust Specialist, and Realtor with Century 21 who’s been helping families buy and sell in the area for 36 years, says, “I grew up in Walnut Park, which shares a ZIP code with Huntington Park, so a lot of folks here just say they live in Huntington Park, so that it’s not confused with Walnut Grove in Sacramento. It’s a very friendly and welcoming community, with a rich Hispanic heritage that’s continuing to diversify. First-time buyers or young families can find an affordable house here for much less than in downtown, and make it their home.”

Circa 1920s Spanish-style cottages

Walnut Park residences are primarily Spanish-style 1920s single-levels with clay tile roofs on small lots; however, an occasional two-story may feature Tudor flair. Says Padilla, “The open layouts of these vintage homes have such great flow. You’ll see interior archways between rooms, original Venetian plaster and sunrooms for morning coffee. Buyers can keep these original details and just upgrade the baths and kitchens and these homes really shine.” Pricing can range from $600,000 for a three-bedroom fixer-upper to $750,000 for a four-bedroom bungalow. Sidewalks along straight streets connect stucco homes painted in earthen or bright hues, and landscaped yards are sometimes fenced. Small porches or custom patios enhance the eclectic curb appeal. Many homes include garages and carports, and there’s plenty of on-street parking. Padilla adds, “Some homes are a move-up for residents coming from nearby communities, and for others, a chance to get in and revitalize.”

Stucco homes are popular in Walnut Park.
Stucco homes are popular in Walnut Park.
Spanish influence can be found in the architecture of Walnut Park.
Spanish influence can be found in the architecture of Walnut Park.
Palm trees frame a Walnut Park ranch-style home.
Palm trees frame a Walnut Park ranch-style home.
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Walnut Park Elementary has a school garden for students to enjoy.
Walnut Park Elementary has a school garden for students to enjoy.

LAUSD schools or zone of choice

Public schools are within the Los Angeles Unified School District, which gets a B-plus on Niche. Kids may start at one of several elementary schools, including Walnut Park, given a Niche C grade, or State Street, given a Niche C-plus, before moving on to Henry T. Gage Middle School, which gets a C on Niche. Older students advance to Huntington Park Senior High which earns a Niche B-minus and was one of several area schools seen in the blockbuster movie “Grease.” Students can also apply to a high school in the family’s zone of choice, including Linda Esperanza Marquez schools, offering career-interest programs and smaller student enrollment.

New Nogales and quaint Walnut Nature parks

The newest recreation gem is Nogales Park, dedicated in December 2023. Where a former lot stood empty, residents now enjoy a splash pad, play lawn, performance stage and exercise equipment. The pocket-size Walnut Nature Park, established in the late 1990s, is nestled next to Walnut Park Elementary, offering a playground, athletic fields and an amphitheater. Youth athletes practice and play football, soccer, baseball and basketball at the nearby 23-acre Salt Lake Park, which includes tennis courts, an indoor rec center and picnic pavilions with grills.

Gloria's and Avila's El Ranchito

Within the neighborhood, locals frequent Gloria’s Restaurant for authentic Puerto Rican and Colombian cuisine. A community staple for more than 25 years. Gloria’s is well-known for signature parrillada dishes and wide-screen TVs on the patio. Adds Padillo, “The original Avila’s El Ranchito started here, and now has locations throughout California. It’s a family-owned favorite that’s so Mexico, and the food is amazing.” For home cooking, Carniceria Guadalajara is a top choice for cuts of meat, and Mi Viejo San Juan Market stocks Central and South American grocery items. For larger grocery runs, Food 4 Less is just a couple blocks north. Small businesses within the community include florists, a fabric store, furniture store and automotive shops. Just a few blocks northwest, Plaza La Alameda gathers retailers such as Petco and Party City as well as Chuck E. Cheese.

Gloria's Family restaurant in Walnut Park is a community favorite.
Gloria's Family restaurant in Walnut Park is a community favorite.
Walnut Park is full of retail shops.
Walnut Park is full of retail shops.
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Lively Plaza La Alameda festivities

Neighbors come together for live music in the 240,000-square-foot Plaza La Alameda, or participate in annual events such as Esperanza, a celebration of Hispanic heritage and hope; Día de Los Muertos; and the Tree Lighting Festival.

Public transportation is available in Walnut Park.
Public transportation is available in Walnut Park.

Metro stops and Long Beach proximity

Several Metro stations offer public transit within Walnut Park. Plus, it’s only about 15 miles to Los Angeles International Airport and 17 miles to Long Beach.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

24 min drive

Bus

Florence Ave & Seville Ave

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Pacific & Broadway

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Mountain View Ave & Hill St

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Mountain View Ave & California St

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Pacific & Live Oak

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Mountain View & Hope St

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Broadway Ave & Seville Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 40 Reviews
2.0 Niche User
3/24/2015 Niche Review
Not safe to walk alone at night. Robbery happens all the time
3.0 Niche User
7/14/2015 Niche Review
Living here is not so bad. New companies/restaurants are moving in and others are ring replaced. I see this place getting better in the future. Where I live everything is not so far and not to close, let's say you want to go to the park it's walking distance if you want you can take the bus anywhere you want because the bus stops are not that far and they are the right amount of time to get to places.
3.0 Niche User
8/15/2016 Niche Review
Sometimes people coming from the areas around HP creep up into the city and cause all kinds of trouble. Most of this is seen at times during the night and in most public transportation transits. Drug usage is a very big problem in the city.
3.0 Niche User
2/28/2015 Niche Review
The public services are only okay because they do help but at a certain extent, they are very limited to how much they can assist the public with.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Walnut Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$725,000
Median Single Family Price
$725,000
Median Townhouse Price
$815,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$525
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$737,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,246
Median Year Built
1925
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,321
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,007
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
13,297
Median Age
37
Population Density
29 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$69,957
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,629

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
51.5%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.7%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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