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City of Glendale: Population 194,973

Government: City Hall 613 E. Broadway Glendale, CA 91206-4392, 818-548-2110 Community Website

Schools: All grades: Glendale Unified School District. 14 private schools are located in Glendale.

Child Care: 36 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Glendale.

Public Library: Glendale Library, Central Branch: 222 E Harvard St., Glendale, CA 91205, 818-548-2030 Branch locations

Parks & Recreation: 613 E. Broadway, 818-548-2000

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $325,700. Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,936. Median Rent: $758

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City of Long Beach: Population: 461,522

Government: City Hall: 333 W. Ocean Blvd, 562-570-6555

Schools: All grades: Long Beach Unified School District, Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 49 private schools are located in Long Beach.

Child Care: 112 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Long Beach.

Public Library: Long Beach Public Library 101 Pacific Ave., 562-570-7500

Parks & Recreation: 2760 Studebaker Rd., 562-570-3109

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 41/59

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $210,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,476. Median Rent: $639

Community Web Sites: Bixby Village, Rose Park Neighborhood Association,

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City of Malibu: Population: 12,575

Government: City Hall: 23815 Stuart Ranch Road, 310-456-9982

Schools: All grades: Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD): 2 private schools are located in Malibu.

Child Care: 6 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Malibu.

Public Library: Malibu Library (branch of LA County public library), 23519 West Civic Center Way, 310-456-6438.

Parks & Recreation: Malibu Parks & Recreation Dept., 310-456-2489

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $1,000,000+ Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $4,000+. Median Rent: $1,652

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City of Pasadena: Population: 133,936

Government: City Hall: 117 E. Colorado Blvd., 626-744-4000

Schools: All grades: Pasadena Unified School District. 38 private schools are located in Pasadena.

Child Care: 69 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Pasadena.

Public Library: Pasadena Public Library, Central Branch, 285 E Walnut St., 626-744-4066

Parks & Recreation: 100 N. Garfield Ave., 626-744-4386

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $286,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,782. Median Rent: $746

Community Web Site: Madison Heights Neighborhood Association

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City of Santa Monica Population: 84,084

Government: City Hall, 1685 Main St., 310-458-8411

Schools: All grades: Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD), Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 19 private schools are located in Santa Monica.

Child Care: 42 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Santa Monica.

Public Library: New Main Library is under construction on Santa Monica Blvd. between 6th & 7th Streets.

Temporary Main Library, 1324 5th St., 310-458-8607; Montana Avenue Branch, 1704 Montana Ave, 310-829-7081; Fairview Branch, 2101 Ocean Park Blvd, 310-450-0443.

Parks & Recreation: 1685 Main St., Room 210, Santa Monica, CA  90401, 310-458-8310

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $625,900 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,726. Median Rent: $792

Community Web Site: Ocean Park Community Organization

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City of Torrance: Population: 137,946

Government: City Hall: 3031 Torrance Blvd, 310-328-5310

Schools: All grades: Torrance Unified School District. 18 private schools are located in Torrance.

Child Care: 52 child-care centers and/or preschools are located in Torrance.

Public Library: Torrance Public Library, Main Branch, 3301 Torrance Blvd, 310-618-5959

Parks & Recreation: 3031 Torrance Blvd., 310-618-2930

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 56/44

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $320,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,808. Median Rent: $903

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City of Palmdale: Population: 116,670

Government: City Hall: 38300 Sierra Highway, 661-267-5100

Schools: 9-12: Antelope Valley Union High School District. 5 private schools are located in Palmdale. PK-8: Palmdale School District, Wilsona Elementary School District, Keppel Union Elementary School District, Lancaster Elementary School District, Eastside Union Elementary School District, Westside Union Elementary School District.

Child Care: 33 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Palmdale.

Public Library: Palmdale Public Library, 700 E. Palmdale Blvd., 661-267-5600

Parks and Recreation: 38260 10th St. East, 661-267-5611

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 71/29

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $116,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,194 $ Median Rent: $630

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City of Santa Clarita: Population: 151,088

Government: City Hall: 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300, 661-259-2489

Schools: K-12: Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District. 7-12: Hart Union High School District. K-6: Saugus Union Elementary School District, Sulphur Springs Union Elementary School District. 4 private schools are located in Santa Clarita & Saugus.

Child Care: 18 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Santa Clarita & Saugus.

Public Library: Canyon Country Jo Ann Darcy Library, 18601 Soledad Canyon Rd., 661-251-2720. Newhall Library, 22704 W 9th, 661-259-0750. Valencia Library, 23743 W Valencia Blvd, 661-259-8942

Parks and Recreation: City of Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation & Community Services, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. #433, 661-250-3700

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $229,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,674. Median Rent: $943.

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City of Pomona: Population: 149,473

Government: City Hall: 505 S. Garey Ave., 909-620-2051 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Pomona Unified School District. 11 private schools are located in Pomona.

Child Care: 39 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Pomona.

Public Library: Pomona Public Library, 625 S. Garey Ave., 909-620-2043

Parks and Recreation: 505 S. Garey Ave., 909-620-2321

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 57/43.

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $137,700. Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,236. Median Rent: $644.

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City of Lancaster: Population: 118,718

Government: City Hall: 44933 N. Fern Ave., 661-723-6000

Schools: K-8: Eastside Union Elementary School District, Westside Union Elementary School District, Lancaster Elementary School District, Wilsona Elementary School District. 9-12: Antelope Valley Union High School District. 14 private schools are located in Lancaster.

Child Care: 27 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Lancaster.

Public Library: Lancaster Public Library (branch of LA County Public Library), 601 W Lancaster Blvd, 714-765-1880

Recreation: City of Lancaster Parks, Recreation & Arts Dept, 44933 N. Fern Ave., 661-723-6077

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 61/39

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $103,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,101. Median Rent: $643.

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City of El Monte: Population: 115,965

Government: City Hall: 11333 Valley Blvd., 626-580-2001 Community Web Site

Schools: 9-12: El Monte Union High School District. K-8: El Monte City Elementary School District, Mountain View Elementary School District, Valle Lindo Elementary School District. 5 private schools are located in El Monte.

Child Care: 10 child care centers and/or preschools are located in El Monte.

Public Library: El Monte Public Library 3224 Tyler Ave., 626-444-9506; Norwood Library, 4550 Peck Rd., 626-443-3147. Both libraries are branches of the LA County Public Library

Parks and Recreation: City of El Monte Parks & Recreation Division, 3130 N Tyler St., 626-580-2200

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 41/59

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $158,100. Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,211. Median Rent: $672.

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City of Inglewood: Population: 112,580

Government: City Hall: One Manchester Blvd., 310-412-5111 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Inglewood Unified School District, Los Angeles Unified School District. 15 private schools are located in Inglewood.

Child Care: 43 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Inglewood.

Public Library: Inglewood Public Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd. (Main Branch), 310-412-5380

Parks and Recreation: Parks, Recreation & Community Services, One Manchester Blvd. Suite 500, 310-412-5370

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 36/64

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $175,000. Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,379. Median Rent: $673.

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City of Downey: Population: 107,323

Government: City Hall: 11111 Brookshire Ave., 562-904-7246

Schools: K-12: Downey Unified School District. 11 private schools are located in Downey.

Child Care: 21 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Downey.

Public Library: Downey Public Library, 11121 Brookshire Ave., 562-904-7360

Parks and Recreation: Downey Community Services, 11111 Brookshire Ave., 2nd Floor, 562-904-7238

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34.

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $209,700. Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,554. Median Rent: $731.

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City of West Covina: Population: 105,080

Government: City Hall: 1444 W Garvey Ave. (Mail-PO Box 1440, Zip 91793), 626-939-8400

Schools: K-12: West Covina Unified School District, Rowland Unified School District, Covina Valley Unified School District. 10 private schools are located in West Covina.

Child Care: 37 child care centers and/or preschools are located in West Covina.

Public Library: West Covina Public Library (Branch of LA County Library) 1601 W Covina Parkway, 626-969-3544

Parks and Recreation: City of West Covina Community Services, 1444 W Garvey Ave. 626-939-8430

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $190,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,470 Median Rent: $828

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City of Burbank: Population: 100,316

Government: City Hall: 275 E Olive Ave., 818-238-5300

Schools: K-12: Burbank Unified School District. 10 private schools are located in Burbank.

Child Care: 42 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Burbank.

Public Library: Burbank Public Library (main branch), 110 N. Glenoaks Blvd., 818-238-5600. Buena Vista Branch: 401 N. Buena Vista St., 818-238-5620. Northwest Branch: 3323 W. Victory Blvd., 818-238-5640

Parks and Recreation: Park, Recreation & Community Services, 275 E Olive Ave., 818-238-5300

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 44/56

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $256,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,663 Median Rent: $778

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City of Norwalk: Population: 103,298

Government: City Hall: 12700 Norwalk Blvd., PO Box 1030, 562-929-5700

Schools: K-12: Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. 11 private schools are located in Norwalk.

Child Care: 21 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Norwalk.

Public Library: Norwalk Regional Library 2350 Imperial Hwy. Norwalk CA 90650 562-868-0775; Alondra Library 11949 E. Alondra Blvd., Norwalk CA 90650, 562-868-7771

Parks and Recreation: Norwalk Recreation & Park Services Department 12700 Norwalk Blvd., 562-929-5700

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $161,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,296 Median Rent: $767

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City of South Gate: Population: 96,375

Government: City Hall: 8650 California Ave., 323-563-9500.

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Paramount Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in South Gate.

Child Care: 5 child care centers and/or preschools are located in South Gate.

Public Library: Leland Weaver Library, 4035 Tweedy Blvd, 323-567-8853; Hollydale Library, 12000 Garfield Ave., 562-634-0156

Parks and Recreation: South Gate Parks & Recreation Department, 4900 Southern Ave., 323-563-5443

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $161,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,317 Median Rent: $620

Special Note: First-Time Homebuyers Program (323-563-9532). Assistance for low- and moderate-income households to buy a first home in South Gate. Certain restrictions apply.

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City of Compton: Population: 93,493

Government: City Hall: 205 S Willowbrook Ave., 310-605-5500

Schools: K-12: Compton Unified School District. 15 private schools are located in Compton.

Child Care: 33 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Compton.

Public Library: Compton Library (Branch of LA County Public Library), 240 W. Compton Blvd., 310-637-0202

Parks and Recreation: Compton Recreation Department: The Dollarhide Center, 1108 N. Oleander Ave., 310-605-6330

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 56/44

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $136,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,178 Median Rent: $597

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City of Hawthorne: Population: 84,112

Government: City Hall: 4455 W 126th St., 310-970-7902

Schools: K-8: Hawthorne Elementary School District, Wiseburn Elementary School District. 9-12: Centinela Valley Union High School District. K-12: Los Angeles Unified District (LAUSD). 5 private schools are located in Hawthorne.

Child Care: 19 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Hawthorne.

Public Library: Hawthorne Library, 12700 Grevillea, 310-679-8194; Wiseburn Library, 5335 W 135th St., 310-43-8880

Parks and Recreation: City of Hawthorne Dept of Recreation & Community Services 3901 W. El Segundo Blvd., 310-970-7230

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 26/74

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $183,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,427 Median Rent: $636

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City of Carson: Population: 89,730

Government: City Hall: 701 E Carson St., 310-952-1720

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Long Beach Unified School District, Compton Unified School District. 8 private schools are located in Carson.

Child Care: 14 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Carson.

Public Library: Carson Regional Library, 151 E. Carson St., 310-830-0901; Victoria Park Library, 17906 S. Avalon Blvd., 310-327-4830

Parks and Recreation: City of Carson Parks and Recreation Department 701 E. Carson St., 310-847-3570

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 78/22

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $183,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,409 Median Rent: $754

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City of Alhambra: Population: 85,804

Government: City Hall: 111 S 1st St., 626-570-5007 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Alhambra Unified School District. 8 private schools are located in Alhambra.

Child Care: 25 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Alhambra.

Public Library: Alhambra Public Library 410 W. Main St., 626-570-5008

Parks and Recreation: Alhambra Parks & Recreation Dept., 111 S 1st St. (Lower Level), 626-570-5044

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 39/61

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $210,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,414 Median Rent: $721

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City of Whittier: Population: 83,680

Government: City Hall: 13230 Penn St., 562-945-8200 Community Web Site(s): South Whittier Community Resource Center, North Friendly Hills Homeowners Association

Schools: K-8: Whittier City School District, East Whittier City School District, South Whittier Elementary School District, Los Nietos Elementary School District, Lowell Joint School District. 9-12: Whittier Union High School District. 25 private schools are located in Whittier.

Child Care: 33 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Whittier.

Public Library: Whittier Library (Main Branch), 7344 S. Washington Ave., 562-464-3450, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave., 562-464-3470 (Whittwood Branch)

Parks and Recreation: Whittier Recreation Division at Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave., 562-464-3430

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 58/42

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $211,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,506 Median Rent: $723

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City of Lakewood: Population: 79,345

Government: City Hall: 5050 Clark Ave., 562-866-9771 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: ABC Unified School District, Bellflower Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Lakewood.

Child Care: 13 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Lakewood.

Public Library: Iacoboni Library, 4990 Clark Ave., 562-866-1777; Nye Library, 6600 Del Amo Blvd, 562-421-8497

Parks and Recreation: Lakewood Parks & Recreation 5050 Clark Ave., 562-866-9771, extension 2408

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 72/28

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $202,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,465 Median Rent: $886

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City of Baldwin Park: Population: 75,837

Government: City Hall: 14403 E Pacific Ave., 626-960-4011 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Baldwin Park Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Baldwin Park.

Child Care: 4 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Baldwin Park.

Public Library: Baldwin Park Library: 4181 Baldwin Park Blvd., 626-962-6947

Parks and Recreation: Recreation & Community Services, 626-813-5245

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 61/39.

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $146,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,236 Median Rent: $724

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City of Bellflower: Population: 72,878

Government: City Hall: 16600 Civic Center Dr., 562-804-1424

Schools: K-12: Bellflower Unified School District. 7 private schools are located in Bellflower.

Child Care: 16 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Bellflower.

Public Library: Brakensiec Library (Branch of LA County Public Library), 9945 E. Flower St., 562-925-5543

Parks and Recreation: 16600 Civic Center Dr., 562-804-1424, ext. 2268

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 40/60

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $179,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,420 Median Rent: $704

Note: Homebuyer Assistance Program (subsidy for down-payment & closing costs) for low-moderate income families. Sponsor: City of Bellflower's Housing & Grants Division, 562-804-1424, ext. 2247.

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City of Lynwood: Population: 60,345

Government: City Hall: 11330 Bullis Rd., 310-603-8220

Schools: Lynwood Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in Lynwood.

Child Care: 11 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Lynwood.

Public Library: Lynwood Library (branch of LA County Public Library), 11320 Bullis Rd., 310-635-7121 

Parks and Recreation: Lynwood Recreation & Community Services, 11301 Bullis Rd., 310-603-0220, ext. 319

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $146,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,293 Median Rent: $629

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City of Pico Rivera: Population: 63,428

Government: City Hall: 6615 Passons Blvd., 562-942-2000 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: El Rancho Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in Pico Rivera.

Child Care: 5 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Pico Rivera.

Public Library: Pico Rivera Library, 9001 Mines Ave., 562-942-7394; Rivera Library, 7828 Serapis Ave., 562-949-5485. Both libraries are branches of the LA County Public Library.

Parks and Recreation: Pico Rivera Parks & Recreation 6767 Passons Blvd., 562-801-4430

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 71/29

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $166,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,302 Median Rent: $700

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City of Redondo Beach: Population: 63,261

Government: City Hall: 415 Diamond St., 310-372-1171

Schools: Redondo Beach Unified School District. 5 private schools are located in Redondo Beach.

Child Care: 22 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Redondo Beach.

Public Library: Redondo Beach Public Library 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., 310-318-0675

Parks and Recreation: Redondo Beach Recreation & Community Services 320 Knob Hill, 310-318-0610

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $353,300 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,059 Median Rent: $995

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City of Montebello: Population: 62,150

Government: City Hall: 1600 W. Beverly Blvd., 323-887-1200

Schools: K-12: Montebello Unified School District. 7 private schools are located in Montebello.

Child Care: 10 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Montebello.

Public Library: Holifield Library, 1060 S Greenwood Ave., 323-728-0421, Montebello Library, 1550 W Beverly Blvd. 323-722-6551 (both are branches of the LA County public library).

Parks and Recreation: Montebello Parks & Recreation Acuna Park 1700 W Victoria Ave., 323-887-4540

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 48/52

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $199,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,362 Median Rent: $698

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City of Huntington Park: Population: 61,348

Government: City Hall: 6550 Miles Ave., 323-582-6161

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 1 private school is located in Huntington Park.

Child Care: 4 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Huntington Park.

Public Library: Huntington Park Library (branch of LA County Public Library), 6518 Miles Ave., 323-583-1461

Parks and Recreation: Huntington Park Parks and Recreation Dept Salt Lake Park 3401 E. Florence Ave, 323-584-6218

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 27/73

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $164,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,362 Median Rent: $590

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City of Monterey Park: Population: 60,051

Government: City Hall: 320 W Newmark Ave., 626-307-1458

Schools: K-8: Alhambra City Elementary School District, Garvey Elementary School District. K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District, Montebello Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Monterey Park.

Child Care: 14 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Monterey Park.

Public Library: Bruggemeyer Memorial Library 786 Monterey Pass Rd., Monterey Park, CA 91754 (Adult, Teen, Children, Circulation) & 440 S. McPherrin Ave (Literacy, Citizenship, Tech Services, Administration), 626-307-1368 (library locations until new library construction is completed).

Parks and Recreation: 320 W Newmark Ave., 626-307-1388

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 54/46

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $216,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,413 Median Rent: $722

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City of Gardena: Population: 57,746

Government: City Hall: 1700 W 162nd St., 310-217-9500

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 6 private schools are located in Gardena.

Child Care: 20 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Gardena.

Public Library: Gardena Mayme Dear Library: 1731 W. Gardena Blvd., 310-323-6363. Masao W. Satow Library: 14433 S. Crenshaw Blvd., 310-679-0638 (both are branches of the LA County public library).

Parks and Recreation: Gardena Recreation Division, 1670 W 162nd St., 310-217-9537

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $179,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,366 Median Rent: $710

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City of Paramount: Population: 55,266

Government: City Hall: 16400 Colorado Ave., 562-220-2000

Schools: K-12: Paramount Unified School District. 1 private school is located in Paramount.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Paramount.

Public Library: Paramount Library (branch of LA County Library) 16254 Colorado Ave., 562-630-3171

Parks and Recreation: 15300 Downey Ave., 562-220-2121

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 43/57

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $154,300 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,283 Median Rent: $720

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City of Diamond Bar: Population: 56,287

Government: City Hall: 21825 Copley Dr., 909-839-7000

Schools: K-12: Pomona Unified School District, Walnut Valley Unified School District. 1 private school is located in Diamond Bar.

Child Care: 11 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Diamond Bar.

Public Library: Diamond Bar Public Library: 1061 S Grand Ave., 909-861-4978 (branch of LA county public library)

Parks and Recreation: Community Services & Recreation: 21825 Copley Dr., 909-839-7070

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $245,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,683 Median Rent: $1,012

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City of Arcadia: Population: 53,054

Government: City Hall: 240 W Huntington Dr., 626-574-5400 Community Web Site

Schools: Arcadia Unified School District. 7 private schools are located in Arcadia.

Child Care: 17 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Arcadia.

Public Library: Arcadia Public Library 20 W Duarte Rd., 626-821-5567

Parks and Recreation: Recreation & Community Services, 375 Campus Dr. 626-574-5113.

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 62/38

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $393,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,042 Median Rent: $830

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City of Cerritos: Population: 51,488

Government: City Hall: 18125 Bloomfield Ave., 562-860-0311

Schools: K-12: ABC Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Cerritos.

Child Care: 9 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Cerritos.

Public Library: Cerritos Library 18025 Bloomfield Ave., 562-916-1350

Parks and Recreation: Cerritos Recreation Services 562-916-1254

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 84/16

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $281,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,678 Median Rent: $1,260

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City of Rosemead: Population: 53,505

Government: City Hall: 8838 Valley Blvd., 626-569-2100 Community Web Site

Schools: K-8: Rosemead Elementary School District, Garvey Elementary School District. 9-12: El Monte Union High School District. 4 private schools are located in Rosemead.

Child Care: 11 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Rosemead.

Public Library: Rosemead Library 8800 Valley Blvd., 626-573-5220 (branch of Los Angeles County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Rosemead Recreation Services 8838 Valley Blvd., 626-288-6671

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 49/51

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $182,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,295 Median Rent: $722

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City of Glendora: Population: 49,415

Government: City Hall: 116 E. Foothill Blvd., 626-914-8200

Schools: K-12: Glendora Unified School District. 5 private schools are located in Glendora.

Child Care: 15 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Glendora.

Public Library: Glendora Public Library 140 S Glendora Ave., 626-852-4891

Parks and Recreation: Community Services Dept 116 E. Foothill Blvd., 626-914-8228

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 74/26

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $225,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,576 Median Rent: $822

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City of Covina: Population: 46,837

Government: City Hall: 125 E College St., 626-858-7283 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Charter Oak Unified School District, Covina Valley Unified School District, Rowland Unified School District, Azusa Unified School District, West Covina Unified School District. 5 private schools are located in Covina.

Child Care: 28 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Covina.

Public Library: Covina Public Library, 234 N Second Ave., 626-858-7297

Parks and Recreation: Parks & Recreation Dept, 1250 N Hollenbeck Ave., 626-858-7271

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 58/42

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $189,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,432 Median Rent: $742

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City of La Mirada: Population: 46,783

Government: City Hall: 13700 La Mirada Blvd., 562-943-0131 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. 5 private schools are located in La Mirada.

Child Care: 17 child care centers and/or preschools are located in La Mirada.

Public Library: La Mirada Library 13800 La Mirada Blvd 562-943-0277 (branch of Los Angeles County public library)

Parks and Recreation: La Mirada Community Services 13710 La Mirada Boulevard 562-943-7277

 Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 82/18

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $210,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,502 $ Median Rent: $870

 

City of Azusa: Population: 44,712

Government: City Hall: 213 E Foothill Blvd., 626-812-5000

Schools: K-12: Azusa Unified School District. 2 private schools are located in Azusa.

Child Care: 6 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Azusa.

Public Library: Azusa Public Library 729 N Dalton Ave., 626-812-5232

Parks and Recreation: Azusa Recreation and Parks Department 809 N. Angeleno Ave., 626-812-5215

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 50/50

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $149,300 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,300 Median Rent: $743

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City of Bell Gardens: Population: 44,054

Government: City Hall: 7100 S Garfield Ave., 562-806-7700

Schools: K-12: Montebello Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Bell Gardens.

Child Care: 4 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Bell Gardens.

Public Library: Bell Gardens Library 7110 S. Garfield Ave., 562-927-1309 

Parks and Recreation: City of Bell Gardens Recreation Services Dept 6662 Loveland Ave., Bell Gardens, CA 90201, 562-806-7650

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $175,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,363 Median Rent: $665

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City of La Puente: Population: 41,063

Government: City Hall: 15900 E Main St., 626-855-1500

Schools: K-12: Bassett Unified School District, Rowland Unified School District, Hacienda-La Puente Unified School District. 6 private schools are located in La Puente.

Child Care: 16 child care centers and/or preschools are located in La Puente.

Public Library: La Puente Library: 15932 E Central Ave., 626-968-4613; Sunkist Library: 840 N Puente Ave., 626-960-2707. Both are branches of the Los Angeles County Library.

Parks and Recreation: La Puente Park & Community Center 501 N Glendora Ave., 626-855-1560

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 61/39

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $146,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,215 Median Rent: $678

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City of Rancho Palos Verdes: Population: 41,145

Government: City Hall: 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., 310-377-0360

Schools: K-12: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Child Care: 12 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Public Library: Miraleste Library (Palos Verde Library District Branch) 29089 Palos Verdes Dr. East, 310-377-9584

Parks and Recreation: 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., 310-544-5260

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 82/18

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $560,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,524 Median Rent: $1,496

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City of San Gabriel: Population: 39,804

Government: City Hall: 425 S. Mission Dr., 626-308-2800 Community Web Site

Schools: K-8: Garvey Elementary School District. K-12: San Gabriel Unified School District. 7 private schools are located in San Gabriel.

Child Care: 9 child care centers and/or preschools are located in San Gabriel.

Public Library: San Gabriel Library 500 S Del Mar Ave., 626-287-0761

Parks and Recreation: San Gabriel Parks and Recreation Dept., 250 Mission Dr., 626-308-2875

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 48/52

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $232,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,531 Median Rent: $759

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City of Culver City: Population: 38,816

Government: City Hall: 9770 Culver Blvd., 310-253-6000

Schools: K-12: Culver City Unified School District. 9 private schools are located in Culver City.

Child Care: 19 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Culver City.

Public Library: Culver City Julian Dixon Library 4975 Overland Ave., 310-559-1676 (branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Culver City Parks & Recreation 4117 Overland Ave., 310-253-6650

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 54/46

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $311,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,868 Median Rent: $887

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City of Monrovia: Population: 36,929

Government: City Hall: 415 S. Ivy Ave., 626-932-5550 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Monrovia Unified School District. 6 private schools are located in Monrovia.

Child Care: 15 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Monrovia.

Public Library: Monrovia Public Library 321 S Myrtle Ave., 626-256-8274

Parks and Recreation: Monrovia Recreation: Division of Monrovia Community Services Dept 119 West Palm Ave., 626-56-8246

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 48/52

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $229,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,574 Median Rent: $746

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City of San Dimas: Population: 34,980

Government: City Hall: 245 E Bonita Ave., 909-394-6200

Schools: K-12: Bonita Unified School District. 7 private schools are located in San Dimas.

Child Care: 7 child care centers and/or preschools are located in San Dimas.

Public Library: San Dimas Library 145 N. Walnut Ave., 909-599-6738

Parks and Recreation: 245 E Bonita Ave., 909-394-6230

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 74/26

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $232,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,691 Median Rent: $876

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City of Bell: Population: 36,664

Government: City Hall: 6330 Pine Ave., 323-588-6211

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District. No private schools are located in Bell.

Child Care: 2 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Bell.

Public Library: Bell Library 4411 E. Gage Ave., 323-560-2149 (branch of Los Angeles County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: The city of Bell doesn't have a parks and recreation department. However, Nearby Bell Gardens does: City of Bell Gardens Recreation Services Dept 6662 Loveland Ave., Bell Gardens CA 90201, 562-806-7650

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 31/69

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $167,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,395 Median Rent: $642

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City of West Hollywood: Population: 35,716

Government: City Hall: 8300 Santa Monica Blvd., 323-848-6400 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 1 private school is located in West Hollywood.

Child Care: 1 child care center and/or preschool is located in West Hollywood.

Public Library: West Hollywood Library 715 N San Vicente Blvd., 310-652-5340 (Branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Recreation Services Division, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd., 323-848-6308

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 22/78

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $406,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,189 Median Rent: $773

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City of Manhattan Beach: Population: 33,852

Government: City Hall: 1400 Highland Ave., 310-802-5000

Schools: K-12: Manhattan Beach Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in Manhattan Beach.

Child Care: 16 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Manhattan Beach.

Public Library: Manhattan Beach Library 1320 Highland Ave., 310-545-8595

Parks and Recreation: Manhattan Parks & Recreation Dept: 1400 Highland Ave., 310-802-5400

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 65/35

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $672,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,826 Median Rent: $1,358

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City of Claremont: Population: 33,998

Government: City Hall: 207 Harvard Ave. (Mail: PO Box 880, Claremont CA 91711-0880), 909-399-5441

Schools: K-12: Claremont Unified School District. 6 private schools are located in Claremont.

Child Care: 14 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Anaheim.

Public Library: Claremont Library 208 N Harvard Ave., 909-621-4902 (branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Human Services Dept Hughes Community Center 1700 Danbury Road 909-399-5490

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 67/33

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $251,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,622 Median Rent: $771

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City of Temple City: Population: 33,377

Government: City Hall: 9701 Las Tunas, 626-285-2171

Schools: K-12: Temple City Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Temple City.

Child Care: 6 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Temple City.

Public Library: Temple City Library 626-285-2136

Parks and Recreation: Temple City Parks and Recreation 9701 Las Tunas, 626-285-2171

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 63/37

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $234,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,415 Median Rent: $800

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City of La Verne: Population: 31,638

Government: City Hall: 3660 "D" St., 909-596-8726

Schools: K-12: Bonita Unified School District. 6 private schools are located in La Verne.

Child Care: 4 child care centers and/or preschools are located in La Verne.

Public Library: George May Community Library 3640 "D" St., 909-596-1934

Parks and Recreation: Parks & Community Services Department 3660 "D" St., 909-596-8700

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 78/22

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $242,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,725 Median Rent: $856

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City of Walnut: Population: 30,004

Government: City Hall: 21201 La Puente Rd., 909-595-7543

Schools: K-12: Rowland Unified School District, Walnut Valley Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in Walnut.

Child Care: 18 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Walnut.

Public Library: Walnut Library 21155 La Puente Rd., 909-595-0757

Parks and Recreation: Walnut Recreation Services 21701 Valley Blvd., 909-596-5605

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 89/11

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $279,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,887 Median Rent: $1,223

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City of Maywood: Population: 28,083

Government: City Hall: 4319 E Stauson Ave., 323-562-5700

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 2 private schools are located in Maywood.

Child Care: 2 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Maywood.

Public Library: Maywood Cesar Chavez Library 4323 E. Slauson Ave., 323-771-8600 (Branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Maywood Parks and Recreation Department 4801 E. 58th St., 323-562-5020

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 29/71

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $156,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,317 Median Rent: $602

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City of Lawndale: Population: 31,711

Government: City Hall: 14717 Burin Ave., 310-973-3200

Schools: K-8: Lawndale Elementary School District. 9-12: Centinela Valley Union High School District. 2 private schools are located in Lawndale.

Child Care: 6 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Lawndale.

Public Library: Elmita Brown Community Library 14615 Burin Ave., 310-676-0177 (Branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Community Services Dept 14701 Burin Ave., 310-973-3270

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 33/67

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $178,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,408 Median Rent: $783

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City of Cudahy: Population: 24,208

Government: City Hall: 5220 Santa Ana St., 213-773-5143

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). No private schools are located in Cudahy.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Cudahy.

Public Library: Cudahy Library 5218 Santa Ana St., 323-771-1345 (branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Cudahy Recreation Dept 5220 Santa Ana St., 562-806-7650

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 17/83

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $151,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,195 Median Rent: $677

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City of South Pasadena: Population: 24,292

Government: City Hall: 1414 Mission St., 626-403-7200 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Pasadena School Unified District, South Pasadena Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in South Pasadena.

Child Care: 9 child care centers and/or preschools are located in South Pasadena.

Public Library: South Pasadena Public Library 1100 Oxley St., 626-403-7330

Parks and Recreation: South Pasadena Community Services Dept 815 Mission St., 626-403-7360

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 44/56

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $383,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,091 Median Rent: $833

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City of San Fernando: Population: 23,564

Government: City Hall: 117 Macneil St., 818-898-1200

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 5 private schools are located in San Fernando.

Child Care: 7 child care centers and/or preschools are located in San Fernando.

Public Library: San Fernando Library 217 N Maclay Ave., 818-365-6928 (branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: San Fernando Recreation and Community Services 208 Park Ave., 818-898-1290

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 54/46

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $144,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,266 Median Rent: $665

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City of Calabasas: Population: 20,033

Government: City Hall: 26135 Mureau Rd., 818-878-4225

Schools: K-12: Las Virgenes Unified School District. 2 private schools are located in Calabasas.

Child Care: 7 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Calabasas.

Public Library: Calabasas Library, 23975 Park Sorrento, 818-225-7616

Parks and Recreation: Calabasas Community Services Department 26135 Mureau Rd., 818-878-4225

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 81/19

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $497,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,784 Median Rent: $1,233

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City of Duarte: Population: 21,486

Government: City Hall: 1600 Huntington Dr., 626-357-7931 Community Web Sites: Access Duarte, Village Profile

Schools: K-12: Duarte Unified School District. 2 private schools are located in Duarte.

Child Care: 7 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Duarte.

Public Library: Duarte Library 1301 Buena Vista St., 626-358-1865 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: Duarte Parks and Recreation 1600 Huntington Dr., 626-357-7931

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 71/29

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $173,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,371 Median Rent: $791

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City of Lomita: Population: 20,046

Government: City Hall: 24300 Narbonne Ave., 310-325-7110

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). 6 private schools are located in Lomita.

Child Care: 12 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Lomita.

Public Library: Lomita Public Library 24200 Narbonne Ave., 310-539-4515 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: Lomita Parks and Recreation Lomita Recreation Center 24428 Eshelman Ave., 310-326-0140

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $262,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,636 Median Rent: $784

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City of La Canada: Population: 20,318

Government: City Hall: 1327 Foothill Blvd., 818-790-8880 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: La Canada Unified School District. 11 private schools are located in La Canada.

Child Care: 12 child care centers and/or preschools are located in La Canada.

Public Library: La Cañada Flintridge Library 4545 N. Oakwood Ave., 818-790-3330 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: No city parks and recreation department.

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 90/10

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $587,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,891 Median Rent: $1,148

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City of South El Monte: Population: 21,144

Government: City Hall: 1415 Santa Anita Ave., 626-579-6450

Schools: K-8: Mountain View Elementary School District, Valle Lindo Elementary School District. 9-12: El Monte Union High School District. 1 private school is located in South El Monte.

Child Care: 3 child care centers and/or preschools are located in South El Monte.

Public Library: South El Monte Library 1430 N. Central Ave., 626-443-4158 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: South El Monte Community Services Department 1415 Santa Anita Ave., 626-579-6540

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 49/51

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $157,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,127 Median Rent: $684

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City of Agoura Hills: Population: 20,357

Government: City Hall: 30001 Ladyface Court, 818-597-7300

Schools: K-12: Las Virgenes Unified School District. 3 private schools are located in Agoura/Agoura Hills.

Child Care: 16 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Agoura/Agoura Hills.

Public Library: Agoura Hills Library 29901 Ladyface Court, 818-889-2278 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: Community Services Dept. Agoura Hills Recreation Center 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., 818-597-7361

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 84/16

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $366,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,138 Median Rent: $1,215

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City of Artesia: Population: 16,380

Government: City Hall: 18747 Clarkdale Ave., 562-865-6262

Schools: K-12: ABC Unified School District. No private schools are located in Artesia.

Child Care: 5 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Artesia.

Public Library: Artesia Library 18722 Clarkdale Ave., 562-865-6614 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: Artesia Parks & Recreation 18747 Clarkdale Ave., 562-860-3361

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 56/44

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $192,300 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,331 Median Rent: $795

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City of Commerce: Population: 12,568

Government: City Hall: 2535 Commerce Way, 323-722-4805

Schools: K-12: Montebello Unified School District. No private schools are located in Commerce.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Commerce.

Public Library: Central Library 5655 Jillson St., 323-722-6660. Atlantic Branch 2269 S. Atlantic Blvd., 323-780-1176, Bristow Park Branch 1466 S. McDonnell Ave., 323-265-1787, Greenwood Branch 6134 Greenwood Ave., 562-927-1516

Parks and Recreation: Parks & Recreation Dept 2535 Commerce Way, 323-887-4434

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $156,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,256 Median Rent: $623

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City of El Segundo: Population: 16,033

Government: City Hall: 350 Main St., 310-524-2300

Schools: K-12: El Segundo Unified School District. 1 private school is located in El Segundo.

Child Care: 6 child care centers and/or preschools are located in El Segundo.

Public Library: El Segundo Public Library 111 W. Mariposa Ave., 310-524-2722

Parks and Recreation: El Segundo Recreation & Parks 401 Sheldon St., 310-524-2700

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 42/58

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $371,900 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 1,997 Median Rent: $882

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City of Hawaiian Gardens: Population: 14,779

Government: City Hall: 21815 Pioneer Blvd., 562-420-2641

Schools: K-12: ABC Unified School District. No private schools are located in Hawaiian Gardens.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Hawaiian Gardens.

Public Library: Hawaiian Gardens Library 12100 E. Carson St. #E, 562-496-1212.

Parks and Recreation: Hawaiian Gardens Human Services Dept 21815 Pioneer Blvd., 562-420-2641 Ext. 225

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 45/55

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $139,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,140 Median Rent: $718

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City of Hermosa Beach: Population: 18,566

Government: City Hall: 1315 Valley Dr., 310-318-0239

Schools: K-8: Hermosa Beach Elementary School District. K-12: Redondo Beach Unified School District. 1 private school is located in Hermosa Beach.

Child Care: 3 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Hermosa Beach.

Public Library: Hermosa Beach Library 550 Pier Ave., 310-379-8475 (branch of LA County public library)

Parks and Recreation: Hermosa Beach Parks & Recreation Community/Civic Center 710 Pier Ave. 310-318-0280

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 43/57

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $519,200 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $2,576 Median Rent: $1,146

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City of Palos Verdes Estates: Population: 13,340

Government: City Hall: 340 Palos Verdes Drive West, 310-378-0383

Schools: K-12: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Palos Verdes Estates.

Child Care: 3 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Palos Verdes Estates.

Public Library: Malaga Cove Library 2400 Via Campesina, 310-377-9584, ext. 551

Parks and Recreation: Palos Verdes Estates has no Parks and Recreation Department, residents can avail themselves of the classes, programs and facilities in neighboring Rancho Palos Verdes.

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 90/10

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $795,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $3,450 Median Rent: $1,351

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City of Santa Fe Springs: Population: 17,438

Government: City Hall: 11710 E. Telegraph Rd., 562-868-0511

Schools: K-8: Little Lake City Elementary School District, Los Nietos Elementary School District. 9-12: Whittier Union High School District. 2 private schools are located in Santa Fe Springs.

Child Care: 6 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Santa Fe Springs.

Public Library:  Santa Fe Springs City Library 11710 E. Telegraph Rd., 562-868-7738

Parks and Recreation: Santa Fe Springs Recreation Services Town Center Hall 11740 E. Telegraph Rd., 562-863-4896

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 63/37

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $169,400 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,255 Median Rent: $747

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City of San Marino: Population: 12,945

Government: City Hall: 2200 Huntington Dr., 626-300-0700 Community Web Site: SMnet

Schools: K-12: San Marino Unified School District. 2 private schools are located in San Marino.

Child Care: 1 child care center and/or preschool is located in San Marino.

Public Library: San Marino Public Library 1890 Huntington Dr., 626-300-0777

Parks and Recreation: San Marino Recreation 1560 Pasqualito Rd. 626-403-2200 (Administrative office at Stoneman School)

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 92/8

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $690,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $3,169 Median Rent: $2,000+

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City of Sierra Madre: Population: 10,578

Government: City Hall: 232 W Sierra Madre Blvd., 626-355-7135 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Pasadena Unified School District. 4 private schools are located in Sierra Madre.

Child Care: 3 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Sierra Madre.

Public Library: Sierra Madre Public Library 440 W Sierra Madre Blvd., 626-355-7186

Parks and Recreation: Community Services Dept Sierra Madre Recreation Center, 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-5278

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 63/37

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $370,500 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,997 Median Rent: $836

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City of Signal Hill: Population: 9,333

Government: City Hall: 2175 Cherry Ave., 562-989-7300 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Long Beach Unified School District. No private schools are located in Signal Hill.

Child Care: 1 child care center and/or preschool is located in Signal Hill.

Public Library: Signal Hill Library 1770 E. Hill St., 562-989-7323

Parks and Recreation: Signal Hill Community Services Department 2175 Cherry Ave., 562-989-7330

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 47/53

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $202,600 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,523 Median Rent: $725

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City of Rolling Hills Estates: Population: 7,676 City of Rolling Hills: Population: 1,871

Government: Rolling Hills Estates City Hall: 4045 Palos Verdes Dr. North, 310-377-1577 Rolling Hills City Hall: #2 Portugese Bend Rd., 310-377-1521

Schools: K-12: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. 2 private schools are located in Rolling Hills & Rolling Hills Estates.

Child Care: 4 child care centers and/or preschools are located in Rolling Hills & Rolling Hills Estates.

Public Library: Palos Verdes Library District: Peninsula Center Library 701 Silver Spur Road, 310-377-9584 ext. 601

Parks and Recreation: Rolling Hills Estates Community Services Department 4045 Palos Verdes Dr. North, 310-377-1577

Housing Statistics (Rolling Hills Estates): Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 91/9

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $637,800 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $3,060 Median Rent: $2000+

Housing Statistics (Rolling Hills): Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 95/5

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $1,000,000+ Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $4,000+ Median Rent: $2,000+

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City of Avalon: Population: 3,127

Government: City Hall: 410 Avalon Canyon Rd., 310-510-0220

Schools: K-12: Long Beach Unified School District. 1 private school is located in Avalon.

Child Care: 1 child care center and/or preschool is located in Avalon.

Public Library: Avalon Library (Catalina Island) 215 Sumner Ave., Box 585, 310-510-1050 (branch of LA County Public Library)

Parks and Recreation: Avalon Parks and Recreation: 430 Avalon Canyon Rd., PO Box 707 (mail), 310-510-1987

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 28/72

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $388,100 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,839 Median Rent: $814

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City of Bradbury: Population: 938

Government: City Hall: 600 Winston Ave., 626-358-3218

Schools: K-12: Duarte Unified School District. No private schools are located in Bradbury.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Bradbury.

Public Library: No public library in Bradbury. Neighboring Duarte does have a branch of the LA County public library.

Parks and Recreation: Bradbury does not have a recreation department. Residents can take advantage of recreational programs in neighboring Duarte.

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 92/8

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $644,900 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: 3,781 Median Rent: $1,469

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City of Hidden Hills: Population: 1,875

Government: City Hall: 6165 Spring Valley Rd., 818-888-9281

Schools: K-12: Las Virgenes Unified School District. No private schools are located in Hidden Hills.

Child Care: 1 child care center and/or preschool is located in Hidden Hills.

Public Library: No public library is located in Hidden Hills. Branches of the LA County public library are located in nearby Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, and Malibu.

Parks and Recreation: Hidden Hills Community Association 24549 Long Valley Road, 818-227-6657

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 66/34

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $1,000,000+ Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $4,000+ Median Rent: $1,208

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City of Irwindale: Population: 1, 446

Government: City Hall: 5050 N Irwindale Ave., 626-430-2200 Community Web Site

Schools: K-12: Azusa Unified School District, Baldwin Park Unified School District, Covina Valley Unified School District, Duarte Unified School District. No private schools are located in Irwindale.

Child Care: 1 child care centers and/or preschool is located in Irwindale.

Public Library: Irwindale Public Library 5050 N Irwindale Ave., 626-430-2229

Parks and Recreation: Irwindale Parks and Recreation 16053 Calle de Paseo, 626-430-2224

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 63/37

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $176,700 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $894 Median Rent: $584

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City of Vernon: Population: 91

Government: City Hall: 4305 Santa Fe Ave., 323-583-8811

Schools: K-12: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). No private schools are located in Vernon.

Child Care: No child care centers and/or preschools are located in Vernon.

Public Library: Vernon has no public library, as it is almost exclusively industrial. Vernon residents can use library facilities in nearby communities.

Parks and Recreation: Vernon has no parks and recreation department, as it is almost exclusively industrial. Vernon residents can take advantage of recreation programs in nearby communities.

Housing Statistics: Percentages (%) of Owner-Occupied/Rental Housing: 16/84

Median Price of Housing (Owner-Occupied): $225,000 Median Mortgage/Selected Owner Costs: $1,625 Median Rent: $289

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