Moving to a new city can be a big decision, so it’s essential that you make the right one. Before you move somewhere new, you’ll most likely start by researching the area you’re considering. This helps you decide whether to move there and gives you a chance to get to know the new city. If you’re considering relocating to El Monte, California, then you’ll want to learn more about the community. So, to help you make your choice, we’ve created this list of reasons we think El Monte is an excellent place to live and why we love our town.
Walkability and Public Transit
The options for getting around your new neighborhood may be part of your decision-making criteria. Your commute time, location of kids’ schools, and distance to shopping contribute to how you structure your day, so you’ll want to know how long it will get from one place to the next. You’ll be happy to know that El Monte ranks as a very walkable city. This makes it easy to get to many locations without requiring a car. The less you have to use your vehicle, the less frequently you’ll need to fuel up, saving you money.
If you have a bike, it will make getting around that much easier and faster. You also have the option of using the city’s public transportation system. The Metro – Los Angeles bus system has over 60 bus stops in El Monte, and there’s also one Metrolink rail stop here, so there are plenty of ways to get where you need to go. The I-10 and I-605 freeways are nearby when you need to drive yourself.
Employment
The business-friendly attitude in El Monte attracts employers to the area as well as entrepreneurs. Von’s Distribution Warehouse, the Wells Fargo Operations Center, and our business, Longo Lexus, are some of the area’s largest employers. But, of course, there are other great companies to work for and many large retail establishments, such as Sam’s Club, Home Depot, and Sears Essentials.
If you’re thinking about opening your own business, then El Monte might be just the place for you. You’ll feel welcome in El Monte, whether you bring a restaurant, specialty store, or house cleaning business to the area. Because it’s Los Angeles’ largest outlying community, you’ll find no shortage of people wanting to support you and your small business.
Growing Community
With an expanding population, you can expect even more benefits to living in El Monte. More people means more businesses and industries will move here too. This, in turn, means that more jobs will be available to residents, so they don’t have to travel as far to get to work. When things are closer to home, it gives us more time to spend with our families.
As El Monte attracts more families, it helps build up the excellence of the local school systems because more parents are rallying behind the quality of their children’s education. The more people insist on a better education for their kids, the better that education will be. El Monte’s diverse population also brings different viewpoints together regarding what will be best for the community, making it a comfortable place for everyone. New housing is another factor in helping the area to flourish, especially since the housing cost in El Monte is much lower than in other regions of California.
Close to Everything
As we said earlier, you won’t spend as much time getting around when you’re close to everything you need. In El Monte, your shopping options are varied and close by. Your weekly groceries can be found at a traditional grocery store, and you’ll even find specialty food stores that carry hard-to-find items. In addition, there are plenty of clothing stores, churches, doctor’s offices, and banks nearby, making it convenient for every need you may have. Nothing is too far away, whether it’s a new pair of shoes or a tool to fix the house.
When you want to spend time in Los Angeles, you can easily catch the train or make the drive yourself, as it’s only 12 miles away. That means you can see a show, go on a shopping trip, and visit attractions in the city just about any time you like. And whenever hunger strikes and you’re looking for a good place to eat, there are plenty of great restaurants right here in El Monte. In fact, you can find nearly any cuisine you can think of without having to leave the area.
Weather
Weather is another reason to move to El Monte. Temperatures here never get too hot or too cold. The average high in January is a balmy 70 degrees, while the lows only get down into the 40s, so you won’t have to worry about shoveling snow. It can get close to 90 degrees during July and August, but averages are in the mid-80s. Summer is a great time to enjoy outdoor activities in the nearby mountains and forests, where the temperatures remain cooler. The summer lows are in the 60s, ideal for opening windows to enjoy the breeze.
The mild weather attracts many people to the area. Winters can be wet and cloudy, but moisture is often welcome after the dry weather in summer. You’ll enjoy sunny days during most seasons in El Monte. Although storms can happen, our weather is usually fantastic, and it’s part of what many love about living here.
If you’d like to live near Los Angeles but don’t want the city’s busyness and high cost of living, we highly recommend El Monte. It’s perfect for families and those just starting out. We’d love to have you here. Make sure you look into everything our area offers so you can make the right decision. Everyone wants to live in a place that feels like home. So come visit El Monte; we’re sure you’ll want to be a part of our community. While you’re here, stop by Longo Lexus, and we’d be happy to tell you more about the area.
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