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. Eula May Zeller, 85, Noblesville, IN - WISH-TV Indianapolis

   Eula May Zeller, age 85, of Noblesville and formerly of Arcadia, IN died Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at Riverview Hospital at Noblesville, IN.

   
   
2. Major Texas Real Estate Firm Changes To Realty Broker Office - I-Newswire.com

   Technology Mix, Inc. announced today that Stanberry & Associates Inc has selected to use the company's Realty Broker Office software for its offices operations.

   
   
3. Lauragene Swenson: Arboretum a local treasure - Pasadena Star-News

   Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanic Garden entrance on Baldwin Avenue in Arcadia. When you take a trip, you usually visit the local museums, gardens, and other local sight-seeing attractions.

   
   
4. The Best Boba Milk Tea Shops in LA - Buzzle.com

   Over the past couple of years, hundreds of little boba milk tea shops have opened up all over the Los Angeles area.

   
   
5. Growing Up on a Farm Helped Chef Everton Clarke Appreciate Locally... - Market Wire

   When you are born and raised on a farm that produces a variety of proteins, root vegetables, and fruit, you become accustomed to enjoying food at its very best.

   
   
6. Lauragene Swenson: Quilting for hobby, charity - Pasadena Star-News

   Linda Emery of the Wandering Foot Quilt Guild in Arcadia shows her Flippin Faults quilt.

   
   

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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