Arcadia Real Estate

Arcadia, City Guide

Arcadia Community

Arcadia, located approximately 18 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, is a jewel among Southland communities. It encompasses approximately 11 square miles of land among the San Gabriel Valley. Arcadia is best known for it's homes winning it's "Community of Homes" nickname and as a Tree City USA for 10 years! Although, its reputation boasts its residential life, Arcadia is also home to many attractions such as the Los Angeles County Arboretum, Santa Anita Fashion Park, Santa Anita Race Track, Arcadia County Park, and the Santa Anita Golf Course.

Arcadia Education

Young residents in Arcadia are served by the Arcadia Unified School District. This system is regarded highly for its consistently outstanding academic achievement. The system encompasses 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools and 1 high school.

Arcadia History

Originally a Native American settlement for the Tongva ("Gabrielino") tribe , Arcadia has a long history. Spanish colonization systematically decimated the native population. While Mexico still held California, a land grant was made to Hugo Reid, a Scotsman, who became the first individual land owner in the area. Several others owned the land over the following years and in 1875 the land was purchased by Elias Baldwin. Baldwin was attracted to the land and compared it to paradise.

Baldwin's developments for the area include features that are still present today including the arboretum and the racetrack. He ensured a stop for the local railroad at his ranch, and made efforts to keep the area from flodding from the San Gabriel River. He eventually had to sell portions of his land, but what he retained essentially remains the city's boundaries even today. The City of Arcadia was finally incorporated in 1903 and became a Charter City in 1951.

Under a local ordinance regarding the sale of property, Arcadia was developed by white Protestant owners. A Supreme Court ruling in 1965 opened the doors to others. Continued development saw the opening of the Santa Anita Fashion park in 1975. The City continues to develop and grow from the initial 500 residents to the 55,000 people who today call Arcadia their home.

Arcadia News

1. Dorothy Cunningham: Special event for health - Pasadena Star-News

   CHEERS: Enjoying the Rotary dinner are, from left, Jeff Swensson, Mimi Hennessay, Phyliss Corliss, Denice Orr, Raph Orr, Barbara Lynn Barnes, Pat Barnes and Kathy Swensson.

   
   
2. Get gardening tips at lecture in Torrance's Madrona Marsh center - Los Angeles Times

   CREATING a butterfly-friendly garden will be the topic of a Saturday talk by Connie Vadheim as part of the ongoing lecture series "Out of the Wilds and Into Your Garden." She will focus on the best native ...

   
   
3. Lonesome River Band - No Turning Back - The Bluegrass Blog

   Lonesome River Band and Rural Rhythm Records are pleased to announce that the band's next project will be released on the Arcadia, CA based label.

   
   
4. Religion Briefs - Pasadena Star-News

   "One might call it `Coffee Hour on the Green,"' says Elder Chuck Latting, Evangelism chairman of Calvary Presbyterian Church, 1050 Fremont Ave., at Oxley Street.

   
   
5. This week in dining events - Los Angeles Times

   Critic's Preview S. Irene Virbila Times Restaurant Critic Cichetti at All' Angelo Stefano Ongaro at All' Angelo is a native of Venice and nudges his 2-year-old Italian restaurant in the direction of small ...

   
   
6. Stewart Lewis Album Party, June 4 in West Hollywood - Advocate

   Join singer-songwriter Stewart Lewis at the House of Blues in West Hollywood this June 4 for the album release party for his newest venture, In Formation, an album that promises folk melodies and memory-evoking ...

   
   

Arcadia Recreation

There is plenty to do in Arcadia when it comes to enjoying life! City parks, golf courses, athletic fields, a racetrack, an arboretum, wilderness park, community center, and more. Here are some of the great things to do in Arcadia:

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