Cudahy is one of LA County's smallest cities (~1.2 square miles, about 23,000 residents), tucked between Bell, Bell Gardens, and South Gate in southeast LA County. It is a dense community with very attainable prices for the region, modest single-family homes and easy freeway access.
Local taquerias and panaderías along Atlantic Boulevard
Nearby Downey and South Gate shopping
Commuting from Cudahy
By car: About 10 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles; roughly 20–30 minutes via I-710 in typical conditions.
By train: No rail in Cudahy; Metro bus connections link to the A and C lines nearby.
By air: About 15 miles from Long Beach Airport; roughly 25–35 minutes to LAX.
Schools in Cudahy
Public schools: Los Angeles Unified School District, serving Cudahy with Bell High School. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Cudahy FAQs
What is the housing market like in Cudahy, CA? The median listing price in Cudahy is $699,999. Median list price · Homes.com · 2026-09-24
How is the commute from Cudahy, CA? By car: About 10 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles; roughly 20–30 minutes via I-710 in typical conditions.
Which school district serves Cudahy, CA? Cudahy is served by Los Angeles Unified School District, serving Cudahy with Bell High School. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
