About South El Monte
South El Monte is a lovely residential community nestled in the San Gabriel Valley.
It is located just 11 miles from downtown Los Angeles and with easy access to Interstates
605 and 10 it has become a popular commuter community.
There are warm and welcoming neighborhoods with affordable housing of various styles
and sizes. There are communities of lovely single family homes on landscaped yards
surrounded by southern California flora surrounding outdoor living space and patios
for relaxing. Residents embrace theses quiet developments that encourage cookouts
in the backyard, birthday parties on the patio, and walks and biking on the neighborhood
streets. Multiple family homes are also available for extended families or those
interested in making an investment.
Public schools include three elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.
There is private day care and learning center and a private Catholic school for
grades kindergarten through eighth grade.
The Recreation Division hosts local festivals and events that include concerts in
the park, a Fourth of July Celebration, Veteran's Day Ceremony, Holiday Celebration
and Tree Lighting. Residents enjoy four lovely community parks. There are well maintained
green spaces for picnics that have barbecues, tables, and shelters, well equipped
playgrounds, athletic fields, and walking and hiking trails. The South El Monte
Aquatic Center is opening during the spring and summer and residents enjoy the beautiful
pool to beat the summer heat.
The Community Services Department sponsors after school programs that includes homework
assistance, sports, games, and arts and crafts. Youth enjoy seasonal day camps and
athletic programs that include T-Ball, basketball, and cheer leading. There are
also classes for all ages that include ballet and tap, folk dancing, karate, boxing,
Zumba, and yoga.
South El Monte has a Senior Services Division that offers program that include nutrition
programs, educational classes, recreation programs, trips, and health screenings.
The Center has a dining room, a kitchen, library, a fitness room, a pool room, and
various recreation rooms. Meals are served on weekdays and home meals are delivered
for those that are not able to visit the Center. Senior citizens enjoy health and
wellness classes, day trips, bingo games, hair cut services, monthly shopping trips,
various clubs, and legal counseling.
Dining opportunities in South El Monte are numerous. There are seafood restaurants,
steak houses, fine dining establishments that offer a wide array of cuisines, cafes,
bistros, diners, delicatessens, bakeries, and fast food eateries. Hungry residents
can make reservations for a luxurious dining experience, enjoy their favorite dishes
at a quaint bistro or alfresco at a local cafe, grab a burger or wings at a sports
pub, or take home mouth watering deli sandwiches or pizza to relish as they relax
on the patio.
Shoppers enjoy nearby venues in neighboring communities such as El Monte. In El
Monte there is a well designed corridor of shops along El Monte Street and South
El Monte Street. The are box stores, discount retailers, specialty shops, and boutiques.
Another popular destination is the Downtown Valley mall an outdoor shopping venue
that includes shops and businesses. Other malls include Five Points Shopping Center,
Victoria Center, and El Monte Center. A local Farmer's market provides fresh fruits
and vegetables and there are an abundance of grocery stores and specialty markets.
In addition to community events and festivals locals enjoy their choice of movies
at local theaters. They are also conveniently located to theaters, concert arenas,
famous attractions, and professional sports.
Residents of South El Monte enjoy lovely neighborhoods, backyard barbecues, and
a wide variety of convenient shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Commuters
enjoy easy access to major freeways and nearby train and bus transportation. There
are an lovely parks that offer beautiful green spaces for picnics and fun as well
as classes, activities, and athletic competitions for all ages.
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