Central, with easy freeway access and a genuine mix of everything, older and newer homes, a range of price points, and a strong retail presence along Whittier Boulevard. A solid choice if you want to stay flexible on exactly what kind of home you're looking for.
Neighborhoods
- Whittier Boulevard corridor. The retail and commercial spine of the city, with residential streets branching off in both directions.
- Montebello Hills. Hillside streets near the hiking trails, with views out over the San Gabriel Valley.
Schools
Montebello Unified School District is the primary district, serving Montebello along with portions of Bell Gardens, Commerce, Downey, Monterey Park, Pico Rivera, and Rosemead. Montebello Gardens Elementary School District serves a smaller portion of the city.
Parks & Landmarks
The Montebello Barnyard Zoo, home to over 200 animals, is a genuine local landmark, and the Montebello Hills hiking trails offer real views of the San Gabriel Valley.
Getting Around
Montebello has some of the easiest freeway access in the area, close to the 60, 5, and 710.
What It Costs to Buy Here
Montebello is part of the Los Angeles County market, and prices shift monthly. I publish a market report covering LA County, Orange County, and Pico Rivera every month, check the latest numbers here before you start touring.
For more on how Montebello compares to the other cities I serve, see the full neighborhood breakdown.
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