Celebrity Homes in Arcadia

Arcadia real estate is a well-kept secret for those looking to move outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown Los Angeles. Homes for sale in Arcadia, California, offer buyers gorgeous views and expansive layouts. This town provides highly desirable, tasteful living with a short commute to metropolitan Los Angeles, and homes for sale in Arcadia tend to go quickly. Many celebrities call the area home, and for good reason.

Arcadia is a beautiful town known for its warm character and community feel, located 20 miles northwest of Los Angeles. With a population of approximately 58,000, Arcadia gives a small-town vibe you can't find in LA. The area is known for its affluent nature and boasts tree-lined streets, top-notch schools, and parks, which attract families looking for more space without giving up a certain level of luxury in their daily lives. Surrounded by other neighborhoods such as San Marino, Monrovia, and Pasadena, many celebrities have lived in or grown up in the area.

Among these recognizable names are Jet Li, Michael Anthony, Stevie Nicks, and Eddie Van Halen of the band Van Halen. Other well-known names have been raised and graduated from local high schools and gone on to have lucrative careers. Beverly Mitchell from the show Seventh Heaven, Daytime Emmy Award winner Rena Sofer, and Will Wheaton are among the alums.

Because of Arcadia’s proximity to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, decorated astronauts Tracy Caldwell Dyson and Steven Lindsay lived in Arcadia. Numerous professional baseball, football, and soccer athletes retired to Arcadia and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Ryan Bergera of Buzzfeed Unsolved lives in Arcadia and has grown up near the area for much of his life. Many celebrity homes are nearby and within only ten miles of this charming town.

Timeless actress Meryl Streep lives just eight minutes away from Arcadia and has been a Pasadena resident for several years. She purchased her 3.3 million dollar mid-century home in 2018. The home hadn’t changed hands in over 50 years before Meryl and her husband purchased the property. Hidden at the end of a long drive, they have maintained many original details of the home’s construction from the 1950s. It is at the base of the San Gabriel mountains and offers spectacular views.

This comedian, actress, writer, and producer has owned not one but two homes near Arcadia, both within blocks of each other. Kristen now resides in a 4,000-square-foot renovated house that was built in the 1930s and purchased for 4.9 million dollars. It also shares picturesque views of the San Gabriel mountains with her neighbors on a coveted street. Kristen’s other residence was sold to Emily in Paris star Lily Collins.

The singer and actress, that is famous for starring in This Is Us, purchased and renovated a dreamy 1950s home that maintains its original design's mid-century feel. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom house is on 1.5 acres and was purchased for 2.5 million dollars. She is featured in several design and architectural editorials following her overhaul, including Architectural Digest and Dwell. Mandy is generating buzz following the renovations that are uniquely hers and reflective of her maturing style.

After his football career, Terry Crews and his wife Rebecca bought a bungalow in Pasadena, where he transitioned to acting. They moved multiple times, but the Brooklyn Nine-Nine star once again moved to the area in 2021 and purchased a 5.6 million dollar home built in 1921. With four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, the expansive 5,300 square-foot home sits on just over one acre with a huge outdoor pool, multiple patios, and Spanish-inspired architectural touches.

This actor is known for his childhood roles on Even Stevens and Holes and was the star of the Transformers movies franchise. Shia LaBeouf purchased a 5.5 million dollar home in Pasadena on Arden Road. A newly built, four-bedroom, five-bath beauty, it sits on a large half-acre lot. While not one of the neighborhood's original homes, it was designed with early 20th-century touches, ornate outdoor fountains, and landscaping, staying true to the old Hollywood feel of the community.

Living in Arcadia and the surrounding neighborhoods offers numerous community and social activities without the congestion of Los Angeles. The number of celebrities living near Arcadia and the history of prior residents that have grown up and attended schools in Arcadia add to its charm and seclusion.

Moving to Arcadia offers parks and outdoor recreation with views of the San Gabriel mountains. The Los Angeles County Arboretum is located within the limits of Arcadia and is one of the most famous botanical gardens in the United States. Visitors will see peacocks wandering the gardens and can tour the grounds via tram. Santa Anita Park is known for being the country's leading horse racing track, but it also hosts popular night markets and food festivals that run during June and July.

If you’ve been waiting to buy a property in this popular neighborhood, now may be a good time. Home prices have decreased slightly in Arcadia by 6%, and properties remain in high demand. While prices are down compared to last year, there has been a positive housing equity gain trend post-recession. 

When searching for a home in this affluent area finding the right real estate agent is key, especially since there are more buyers than homes available in Arcadia. Call Gordon Wang today and find the home of your dreams. His experience and intimate knowledge of the surrounding LA area will ensure you find the best home for you.