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La Mirada, CA

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A family-friendly community home to Biola University

Peaceful University Commuters Family-Friendly

La Mirada is a peaceful city southeast of Los Angeles that is great for students, commuters, and families. Biola University provides the city with a college town-like spirit. Situated next door to the University is Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center, a large waterpark filled with all the summertime fun any family could want. The city’s other crown jewel is the La Mirada Theater for the Preforming Arts, a Broadway-style theater that attracts visitors from all over. More great amenities of La Mirada include conveniently placed restaurants in shopping plazas equipped with the necessities. By traveling a bit outside of town, residents can access magnificent nature preserves like Powder Canyon and Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead. Because of all the great features of La Mirada, it has been mentioned on a few “best cities” lists, making it a popular spot. Within the city, there are clusters of apartments as well as a few single-family homes available for rent.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in La Mirada, CA is $1,576 for a studio, $1,771 for one bedroom, $2,259 for two bedrooms, and $2,137 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in La Mirada has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,771/month
575 Sq Ft
House
$4,137/month
1,832 Sq Ft
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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Gardenhill Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

656 Students

7
out of 10

John Foster Dulles Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

271 Students

7
out of 10

Escalona Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

439 Students

6
out of 10

Eastwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

383 Students

6
out of 10

Foster Road Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

261 Students

6
out of 10

Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

754 Students

7
out of 10

Reginald M. Benton Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

678 Students

5
out of 10

Los Coyotes Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

371 Students

Rating Unavailable

La Mirada High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,759 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Children's Museum at La Habra
  • La Habra Historical Museum
  • Craig Regional Park
  • Fullerton Arboretum
  • Schabarum Regional Park

Airports

  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
  • John Wayne/Orange County

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