Covina is a quaint city in Los Angeles County. It lies approximately 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It is sometimes confused with West Covina, which is actually to its south and west and significantly larger in population and square miles. To its west is Irwindale, Vincent, and Bladwin Park. To the north are Azusa and Glendora. San Dimas lies to its east with Via Verde and Tamona to its southeast. The community of Covina is nearby many attractions, but maintains a personality uniquely its own

Covina was founded in 1886 then incorporated in 1901. The city's fertile soil and ample California sun helped it develop as an agricultural hub, first with vineyards and then producing and shipping oranges. The valleys of the adjacent San Gabriel Mountains formed a cove around the groves and vineyards. This is where Covina name was born. The words “cove” and “vine” led Frederick Eaton to call the new township Covina.

By 1909 Covina was the third largest orange producer in the world. Beginning in the World War II era the orange groves were mostly replaced by tract housing, drawn to the area's flat ground and picturesque surroundings. It now supports a thriving population of 47,000 in its one square mile, or “One Mile Square and All There” as coined by F.E. Wolfarth, the winner of a slogan contest by the sity in 1922.

Covina real estate still shows the influence of the mid-century tract housing. Many of houses have been updated or completely remodeled, but the even layout and plot parcels is very reminiscent of the era. Both single-family houses and multiple family homes can be found. Newer construction of townhouses and single-family homes have diversified Covina real estate. Pleasant apartments are also plentiful for those in the market.

The City of Covina boasts a number of restaurant and opportunities for shopping. For residents enjoying the friendly neighborhoods, this rounds out their lifestyle. Most restaurants and shops in Covina are located downtown.

Downtown Covina still embraces the intimate and friendly that permeates its neighborhoods. This three-block district houses an impressive variety of more than 100 businesses. Shopping opprtunities run the gambit from handmade crafts to snowboarding equipment. Such services as dry cleaning and pharmacies are also conveniently located downtown.

Downtown Covina also hosts an interesting mix of entertainment. Popular revivals can be found at The Covina Valley Playhouse as well as concerts at the Fret House. The close-knit Covina community takes great pride in its downtown, which attracts many visitors from nearby towns.

Green space and recreational opportunities can also be found in Covina. It has many parks, beloved and well cared for. Residents enjoy access to eight different parks, including Covina Park, Hollenbeck Park, and Kelby Park.

Students living in Covina are served by both the Covina-Valley and Charter Oak Unified Schools Districts. Each district has elementary, middle, and high schools in Covina. The community applies its same attitude of neighborly commitment to the schools. The friendly, small-town atmosphere is present in the classrooms as it is around the city. The schools have received multiple accolades.

The close-knit community of Covina sits nestled against the foot of the San Garbiel Mountains. Its intimate atmosphere and lively downtown draw residents to come, and stay. Come experience the authentic hometown charm of Covina today.