Los Angeles metro, CA relocation guide
Moving to Arcadia, CA
About Arcadia
Arcadia is a San Gabriel Valley suburb of about 57,000 at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, famous for the Santa Anita Park racetrack and the Los Angeles County Arboretum. Tree-lined streets of ranch homes, mid-century houses, and increasingly large new-construction estates define its residential character; the northern neighborhoods climb toward the foothills with mountain views. The city offers a strong dining and retail scene anchored by Westfield Santa Anita.
Home prices in Arcadia
The median listing price in Arcadia is $1,700,000.
Top places in Arcadia
- Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden — 127 acres of gardens, lakes, and the historic Queen Anne Cottage.
- Santa Anita Park — the landmark 1934 thoroughbred racetrack.
- Westfield Santa Anita — major regional mall with dining and entertainment.
- Arcadia County Park — peacocks, picnic grounds, and sports facilities.
- Downtown Arcadia / Huntington Drive — restaurant row and local shops.
- Santa Anita Canyon trailheads (Chantry Flat, just north in the Angeles National Forest).
- Arcadia Historical Museum — city history exhibits.
- Santa Anita Golf Course — municipal course in the foothills.
Commuting from Arcadia
- I-210 Foothill Freeway; approximate drive to downtown LA is ~25–35 minutes (about 20 miles) without traffic, up to an hour at peak.
- Metro A Line (Arcadia station) runs to downtown LA in roughly 40–45 minutes (approximate), a popular option for commuters.
- All times approximate; the 210/134 interchange is a routine choke point.
Schools in Arcadia
Public schools: Arcadia Unified School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Arcadia FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Arcadia, CA?
The median listing price in Arcadia is $1,700,000. Median listing home price · Realtor.com · 2026-09-24 - How is the commute from Arcadia, CA?
I-210 Foothill Freeway; approximate drive to downtown LA is ~25–35 minutes (about 20 miles) without traffic, up to an hour at peak. - Which school district serves Arcadia, CA?
Arcadia is served by Arcadia Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.