Temple City
The camellia city charm
A close-knit, family-friendly community that combines small-town character with outstanding schools and a vibrant food scene. Temple City offers the SGV lifestyle at a significantly more accessible price than neighboring San Marino and Arcadia -- making it one of the smartest buys in the valley.
Work with Kofen in Temple City
By the numbers.
$1.0M-$1.27M
+4.2%
$690-$705
~32
Market classification: Very Competitive | Data from Zillow, Movoto, MLS (2025-2026)
Where to look
in Temple City.
Each pocket of Temple City has its own rhythm, pricing, and personality. Here are the areas I guide buyers through most often.
North Temple City
Closer to Arcadia with generally higher price points and larger lots. Some homes fall in the Arcadia school boundary.
Central / Las Tunas Drive Corridor
The commercial heart. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, and community amenities along the main dining strip.
Temple City Park Area
Centered around the city's main park where the Camellia Festival and community events take place year-round.
Santa Anita Wash Greenbelt
Properties near the greenbelt trail system benefit from scenic walking and biking paths through the neighborhood.
Schools in Temple City.
Schools are the single most important driver of SGV real estate demand. Here is what Temple City offers families.
Temple City High School
98.4% graduation rate (0.7% dropout). Nationally ranked #984. 62% AP participation.
Oak Avenue Intermediate
Highly rated middle school serving 872 students within the District of Distinguished Schools.
Longden Elementary
California Distinguished School. Every school in the district holds this designation.
Cloverly Elementary
Part of the only district where every single school is a California Distinguished School.
Living in Temple City.
Where to eat
Golden Deli
Beloved Vietnamese restaurant, always packed
Phoenix Kitchen
Hong Kong-style café, wonton noodles and specialty desserts on Las Tunas
Bay Garden Cafe
Cantonese brunch destination
Bistro Na's
Michelin Guide-recognized Imperial Chinese cuisine on Las Tunas Drive
Green spaces
Temple City Park
Hub for community events: summer concerts, Camellia Festival, performing arts pavilion.
Santa Anita Wash Greenbelt
Scenic walking and biking trails through the neighborhood.
Things to do
Camellia Festival
Annual tradition since 1944 -- parade with handmade flower floats, three-day carnival, 20,000+ visitors.
Weekly Farmers Market
Fresh local produce and community gathering point.
Lunar New Year Celebrations
Free dim sum sampling, mahjong, calligraphy workshops.
Why buy
in Temple City.
Significantly more affordable than neighboring San Marino ($3M+) and Arcadia ($1.6M) while offering comparable school quality and community character.
Every school in the district has earned California Distinguished School status. Temple City High achieves a 98.4% graduation rate.
Homes sell in approximately 32 days with 4 offers on average -- one of the fastest-moving markets in the SGV, signaling strong demand and liquidity.
The Camellia Festival, weekly farmers market, and active community events create a genuine small-town feel that larger cities cannot replicate.
Ready to explore
Temple City?
I live and work in the San Gabriel Valley. Let me show you the streets, the schools, and the opportunities that data alone cannot reveal.
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