Located in the west San Gabriel Valley Temple City is a diverse city in Los Angeles California. This picturesque area is surrounded by the San Gabriel Mountains, San Rafael Hills, the Crescenta Valley, and the San Gabriel River that flows through the valley. Neighboring communities include Arcadia, Rosemead, Monterey Park, San Marino, and San Gabriel. The diverse city is a population destination for East Asians, Eastern Europeans, Middle Easterners and Latino immigrants. There are several strip malls that provide goods for the eclectic Asian population and there is a Cuban and Puerto Rican community as well.

Those looking to relocate to the area will find a variety of lovely neighborhoods with affordable housing opportunities. Developments with well maintained single family homes and beautifully designed condominium complexes are among the options. Housing styles, sizes, and prices vary. Neighborhoods offer green lawns and shaded patios along streets that encourage an after dinner stroll. A number of condominium complexes exist throughout the city offering units of varying sizes surrounded by lovely grounds and amenities.

Community events are enjoyed by all and engender the neighborhood spirite of the city. Activities include summer concerts in the park, a spring fling for the youth with music, arcade games, and a dance contest, a three day festival in February that includes a carnival, food and game booths, and a parade, and holiday celebrations.

A number of school districts oversee the education needs of Temple City. The Temple City Unified School District coordinates four elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. Arcadia Unified School District supervises a elementary school and El Monte City School District coordinates two elementary schools and two high schools. A local elementary school and high school is overseen by Rosemead School District. There are also private schools to choose from also.

Residents enjoy an active Parks and Recreation Department and lovely parks for rest and recreation. The Department coordinates a teen zone that offers an after school program with homework help, a computer lab, games, activities, and field trips. Younger children also enjoy an after school program with arts and crafts, games, fitness, and homework time. Locals can also enroll in classes such as aerobics, dance such as tap, ballet, and ballroom dance as well as tennis, self defense, and cardio-kickboxing. Sports leagues include basketball, flag football, baseball, and volleyball.

The Tempe City Park hosts many community activities, concerts, and events in a beautiful performing arts center. Live Oak Park has warm and welcoming picnic areas, a playground, an area with fitness equipment, basketball courts and lighted athletic fields. There is also a large Community Center that houses the facilities for classes, activities, events, meetings, and banquets.

Services for senior citizens include bingo, a card clubs that include bridge and pinochle, weekday lunches, holiday themed lunches, health and wellness workshops and fairs. There are also day trips that allow seniors to enjoy concerts, movies, museums, and casinos.

Dining options in Temple City include chain restaurants, steak and seafood restaurants, family diners, a wide array ethnic eateries, cafes, bistros, and delicatessens. Locals can enjoy a fine dining experience, savor their favorite dishes, opt for wings or a hamburger at the local bar and grill, or bring pizza home to enjoy on their patio.

Residents easily find whatever they need at local stores and shops. There are chain stores, big box stores, boutiques, and service businesses. Temple City is home to a popular bridal district that provides shops that cater to all wedding needs. Potential brides will find everything from a wide, array of beautiful dresses and flower arrangements to portraits. Grocery stores, specialty markets and a weekly Farmer's market provide residents with the ingredients for all of their favorite recipes as well as daily necessities. For a shopping experience the Santa Anita mall is only five miles away. This huge mall has over 300 shops, 25 eateries and a cinema with 16 screens.

In addition to the many community events, festivals, and activities Temple City residents are just a short drive from cinemas, theaters, concert venues, and professional sports arenas.

The conveniently located Temple City, less then 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles, is a popular suburb with welcoming and friendly communities. Residents enjoy lovely homes with green lawns and patios, beautiful parks, and an abundance of local activities, events, and festivals. Shopping and dining is plentiful and eclectic and a wide assortment of entertainment is nearby.