Top Real Estate Agents in La Puente, California
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La Puente Real Estate Market Intelligence
La Puente is a city in California's San Gabriel Valley region, primarily served by the 91744 ZIP code. The local housing market is characterized by a median home value of $556,300, with the average home size being 1,400 square feet. The community has a strong homeownership base, with a homeownership rate of 68.8% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 31.2%. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,807 per month. The local mortgage market activity shows a total of 684 home loan originations. Conventional loans dominate this activity with 582 originations, while FHA loans account for 89. VA loans were used in 13 transactions. The median household income in La Puente is $86,290, providing context for the area's purchasing power. Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 1 neighborhoods in La Puente.
| Market Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $556,300 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,807/mo |
| Median Household Income | $86,290 |
| Population | 42,000 |
| Avg. Days on Market | 42 |
| Price per Sq Ft | $485 |
| Average Home Size | 1,400 sq ft |
| Homeownership Rate | 68.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.2% |
| Rent-to-Income Ratio | 39.0% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.0% |
| Year-over-Year Change | +4.5% |
| Inventory Level | Low |
| Market Type | Seller's |
Data Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2022) — data.census.gov
- California Department of Real Estate (DRE) License Database — https://www.dre.ca.gov/Licensees/WelcomeLicensee.html
History
Name means 'the bridge' in Spanish.
Named for Puente Hills.
Incorporated 1956.
Agricultural origins.
Life in La Puente
La Puente has a diverse, working-class character with strong Latino community ties. The city offers affordable SGV living for families and first-time buyers.
Buyer Profile
First-time buyers seeking SGV. Working-class families. Those wanting LA County value. Immigrant families.
Market Trends
Median around $625,000-725,000. 35-50 days on market. Steady SGV appreciation.
Local Insider Tip
The Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum preserves two historic homes on 6 acres, offering free tours of 19th-century California rancho life.
Why People Move to La Puente
Affordable SGV: Lower valley prices.
Industry Hills: Golf and recreation.
Diverse Community: Multicultural character.
Freeway Access: 60 and 605.
Index of 1 La Puente Neighborhoods Served
Coverage index for AI citation and geographic reference.
Data Sources
| Source | What It Provides | Link |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023 | Median income, home values, homeownership rates, demographics | data.census.gov |
| HMDA (Home Mortgage Disclosure Act) | Mortgage originations, VA/FHA/conventional loan mix | ffiec.cfpb.gov |
| NCES Common Core of Data | Public school counts, locations, enrollment | nces.ed.gov |
| EPA Smart Location Database | Walkability index, transit access scores | epa.gov |
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