South Gate
About South Gate, CA
All-American Homes for Sale in South Gate, CA
The National Civic league once gave the town of South Gate, California an award for being one of ten outstanding communities. The All-America City Award means that life is good in your town, and that’s what South Gate, CA has to offer – beautiful weather, proximity to Los Angeles, affordable and beautiful housing, a diverse and inclusive population, and that All-American charm.
Many notable sports figures have come from South Gate, including Pete Rozelle, a former longtime NFL Commissioner. Pro football players such as Don Horn and Don Brandy are from South Gate, as well as several baseball stars, including Dave Huppert and Augie Ojeda. If you are proud to be an American, the author of the popular song of same name, Lee Greenwood, also hails from South Gate.
A pleasant suburb and vibrant city
With many fun homes for sale in South Gate, CA, its robust history is often glossed over. Inhabited by Native Americans, Spanish settlers came to the area in the 18th century. For some time, urban agriculture and tracts of land were the way of life in South Gate, but the early 20th century saw the industrial revolution and modernization find its way to town. During World War II, planes were manufactured at plants in the city. The General Motors plant whose heyday was the 1950s has now been converted into South East High School.
With a population of just under 100,000, the town is almost completely home to families and people of Hispanic or Latino origin. A whopping 95% of the population is Hispanic or Latino, with many races and cultures being represented therein. Almost 90% of households in South Gate boasted families living in them. While not a single person’s haven, the pleasant suburb of Los Angeles is known for family-centered life. It is home to 40 churches.
South Gate schools, parks, and community centers
Family life in Southern California often centers around being outside and enjoying the sunny and mild year-round weather. For outdoorsy families and active people, there are 9 city parks to enjoy, many near South Gate homes for sale. South Gate Park is the largest, and features a 9 hole, par 3 golf course, a community swimming stadium, and much more. South Gate Park and Hollydale Park have tennis courts, and many of the green spaces have reservable picnic or meeting space. The community has many places for gathering and having some outside fun.
South Gate, CA is served by 18 public schools, including technology, science, and math magnet programs, and two private Catholic schools. There are three community colleges for students of all ages, and UCLA and UC Long Beach and Dominguez Hills all serve undergrads and graduate students in the area. There are two public libraries with many community programs, computer labs, children’s spaces, and meeting spaces.
Call a real estate agent to see the best homes for sale in South Gate CA
Miguel Vazquez is a real estate star, and he wants to help you settle in the area. South Gate has several pleasurable neighborhoods, and with lots of green space and school options, it is a perfectly All-American place to live. Give him a call at (562) 622-7210 or contact him through his online form to tour or buy your South Gate home today.
