La Cañada Flintridge

Gateway to the Mountains

Overview

"Gateway to the Mountains"

Population~20,000

Price Range$1.8M-$3.5M+

La Cañada Flintridge represents exclusive hillside living with luxury homes featuring breathtaking mountain and city views. The La Cañada Unified School District consistently ranks #1 or #2 in Los Angeles County, with La Cañada High School achieving elite academic performance and exceptional Caltech, Stanford, and Ivy League acceptance rates. Home to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the city attracts scientists, engineers, and professionals seeking the perfect combination of natural beauty and intellectual excellence. The 150-acre Descanso Gardens, Angeles Crest Highway scenic drives, and Angeles National Forest access provide outdoor recreation in a pristine setting. With ultra-low crime rates, manicured neighborhoods, and a prestigious address, La Cañada Flintridge offers affluent families world-class education in an exclusive mountain community.

Key Highlights

Home to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), one of NASA's 11 major centers conducting robotic space exploration on 177 acres
La Cañada Unified School District consistently ranks #1-2 in Los Angeles County with La Cañada High School ranking #8 in LA area, #22 in California, and #210 nationwide
Descanso Gardens, a 150-acre botanical garden and "International Camellia Garden of Excellence," attracting 350,000 annual visitors with world-class camellia, rose, and California native plant collections
Semi-rural community with unique 22-mile trail system and direct access to Angeles National Forest via Angeles Crest Highway for premier hiking, equestrian activities, and mountain recreation
Affluent residential community only 13 miles north of Los Angeles with median household income of $221,451, ultra-low crime rates, and luxury homes featuring breathtaking mountain and city views