Hacienda Heights is a peaceful, unincorporated community in the eastern San Gabriel Valley, located approximately 20 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles and adjacent to Rowland Heights. Known for its rolling hills, strong family orientation, and diverse Asian-American population, it’s an appealing option for homebuyers seeking affordability without compromising on schools and suburban tranquility
The Hacienda Heights housing market is currently a seller’s market, with strong demand and limited inventory:
Typical price ranges:
Single-family homes: $900K–$1.2M
Newer/remodeled homes: $1.2M–$1.5M+
Condos/townhomes: ~$600K–$900K
Homes often receive multiple offers and most go pending within 2–4 weeks
The area is served by the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (HLPUSD), the largest district in the eastern San Gabriel Valley with nearly 20,000 students
Notable schools include:
Los Altos High School (comprehensive public high school in Hacienda Heights)
Glen A. Wilson High School (another district high school)
Hacienda Heights offers suburban living with convenient access to local amenities:
Residential with fewer large commercial centers—residents typically drive to nearby Rowland Heights, West Covina or City of Industry for Asian supermarkets, bakeries, and restaurants.
Scenic hillside neighborhoods with parks, well-maintained streets, and a peaceful suburban feel
Bordered by the Puente Hills Preserve, residents enjoy access to hiking trails such as Turnbull Canyon and Sycamore Canyon.
Hsi Lai Temple, North America's largest Buddhist temple, offers cultural visits and beautiful gardens
Population around 54,200, with about 41% Asian and 45% Hispanic, creating a diverse, multilingual community
An ideal choice if you're looking for a scenic, suburban community with strong family focus, excellent schools, and more affordable options than Arcadia or Rowland Heights, yet still close to major Asian‑American business hubs.
54,996 people live in Hacienda Heights, where the median age is 43.6 and the average individual income is $41,017. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Hacienda Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sarah A & Andrew K's Taco Crawl, Mom’s Cakery, and Made By Masami.
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| Dining · $ | 3.38 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.06 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.31 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.85 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.99 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.62 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Hacienda Heights has 16,499 households, with an average household size of 3.31. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hacienda Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 54,996 people call Hacienda Heights home. The population density is 4,246.71 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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