Moving to Walnut, CA

About Walnut

Walnut is a city of about 28,000 people at the eastern edge of the San Gabriel Valley, incorporated in 1959 (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). A hill-city of quiet neighborhoods between the 57 and 60 freeways, it is known for 30 miles of hiking trails and the Mt. SAC Wildlife Sanctuary — and famously forbid multi-family housing for much of its history.

Home prices in Walnut

The median listing price in Walnut is $1.35M.

Top places in Walnut

• Mt. SAC Wildlife Sanctuary.
• Walnut's 30 miles of hiking trails (La Puente Hills).
• Suzanne Park (windmill landmark; hosts the annual Walnut Family Festival — 46th annual held October 2022; per Congressional Record, January 2024, read September 24, 2026).
• Walnut High School stadium and events.
• Lemon Creek Park.
• Snow Creek Park.
• Creekside Park.
• Grand Avenue shops and restaurants.

Commuting from Walnut

• Freeways: CA-60 (Pomona) to the north; CA-57 (Orange) to the east.
• Transit: Foothill Transit buses; Metrolink San Bernardino Line accessible in nearby Covina (approximate).
• Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles: ~35–50 minutes depending on traffic (approximate; ~23 miles).

Schools in Walnut

Public schools: Walnut Valley 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.

Walnut FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Walnut, CA?
  The median listing price in Walnut is $1.35M.
• How is the commute from Walnut, CA?
  Freeways: CA-60 (Pomona) to the north; CA-57 (Orange) to the east.
• Which school district serves Walnut, CA?
  Walnut is served by Walnut Valley Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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