


City Guide
Cerritos, CA
Overview
Home to 50,000 residents, Cerritos, CA, is a charming suburb of Los Angeles. Cerritos is home to a wide variety of shopping areas, arts and cultural centers, and parks. Cerritos also has excellent weather, and residents can enjoy outdoor recreation all year round. In addition, those living in Cerritos can easily take advantage of its central location with easy access to many other cities and beaches. A fun fact about the city is that it was originally called Dairy Valley because the area was home to over 400 dairy farms in the 1950s.
What’s it like to live in Cerritos, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Cerritos, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,167,500
and homes stay on the market for 30 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Cerritos are $1,190,000
and $526,000
, respectively. Cerritos area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,000,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Cerritos, CAExplore our Cerritos housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Cerritos home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Cerritos rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Cerritos rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Cerritos, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Cerritos
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Southeast La | $774,995 | 72 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Lakewood Estates | $890,000 | 71 / 100 | 57 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Carmenita | $732,450 | 63 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Eastern Lakewood | $810,000 | 75 / 100 | 63 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Norwalk South of Alondra | $824,900 | 68 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Cerritos
See all homes for saleRental listings in Cerritos
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsCerritos Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 23% of Cerritos homebuyers searched to move out of Cerritos, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 4% of homebuyers searched to move into Cerritos from outside metros.
- Houston homebuyers searched to move into Cerritos more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Hermiston.
Where are people moving to Cerritos from?
- 77% of Cerritos homebuyers searched to stay within the Cerritos metropolitan area.
- Las Vegas was the most popular destination among Cerritos homebuyers followed by San Diego and Bakersfield.
Where are people from Cerritos moving to?
Number of People Moving to Cerritos
least
most
People are moving to Cerritos from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,150 | ||
2 | 854 | ||
3 | 42 | ||
4 | 7 | ||
5 | 6 | ||
6 | 5 | ||
7 | 5 | ||
8 | 4 | ||
9 | 2 | ||
10 | 1 |
People are leaving Cerritos for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 6,194 | ||
2 | 6,111 | ||
3 | 3,957 | ||
4 | 3,918 | ||
5 | 2,581 | ||
6 | 2,437 | ||
7 | 2,211 | ||
8 | 1,924 | ||
9 | 1,903 | ||
10 | 1,590 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Cerritos, CA ?
There are countless places to visit in Cerritos, CA, that will please anyone moving to the area. Cerritos has many unique museums like Cerritos Millennium Library Museum, a popular museum for locals. There's a unique arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts and Whitney High Media Arts Center. Parks are plentiful in Cerritos, where you can find green spaces like Cerritos Regional County Park, Heritage Park, and Liberty Park. For a taste of Cerritos's cuisine, there are a handful of local eateries you don't want to skip. Thai Original BBQ Restaurant, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, and Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar are just three of the many restaurants you should grab a bite at.
Explore some of the best things to do in Cerritos
What's the best way to get around Cerritos, CA ?
The best way to get around Cerritos is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Cerritos has a walk score of 54, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. You can also get around Cerritos by bike. With a bike score of 57, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Cerritos Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 8 car rental locations.