Norwalk Apartments and Rentals

Norwalk became the 66th city to join Los Angeles County in 1957, and has continued to grow into a prosperous and diverse community that's home to more than 109,000 residents. One of Norwalk's best attributes is its location in the heart of an expanding regional transportation network that provides easy access to anywhere in Los Angeles or Orange Counties. Mountains and beaches are also readily accessible, and Norwalk residents enjoy the best of Southern California recreation while living in family-oriented suburban setting. Signs of growth and prosperity in business, education, government and law enforcement in the city make it easy to see why Norwalk apartments for rent are a popular choice in the Los Angeles area.

Because of its location within Los Angeles County, it's easy for Norwalk residents to take advantage of numerous arts and cultural events. More than four freeways cross into Norwalk's boundaries and Norwalk Transit offers eight different bus lines operating in Norwalk and adjacent cities.

Norwalk's Recreation and Park Services Department is dedicated to promoting healthy living in the community, and residents can choose from one of 14 city parks to enjoy. The Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex is a popular family destination, and offers fitness programs, instructional classes and a full musical rehearsal facility. Located in beautiful Norwalk Park, the Norwalk Aquatic Pavillion is a modern facility providing the community with swimming lessons and exercise programs. The newly renovated Teen Center is another popular attraction, and provides computers for students to use in study groups and after school programs.

Norwalk is home to a variety of industries, and the education and health job sector provides the largest percentage of jobs to Norwalk residents. Retail, professional management and hospitality are other significant job sectors within the city.

The Norwalk Chamber of Commerce reports that the top five employers are Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District, Cerritos College, Metropolitan State Hospital, LA County Registrar-Recorder and Bally Total Fitness Headquarters.

The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District serves the majority of Norwalk students, with the Little Lake City School District and ABC Unified School District serving certain areas, as well. Norwalk is also the location of Cerritos College, a public comprehensive community college that offers an extensive selection of degrees and certificates.

The City of Norwalk is committed to providing affordable housing, and features a senior housing development dedicated to assisting low income residents with housing costs. It also participates in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, and the Family Self-Sufficiency Program administered by the Housing Authority assists residents with finding and maintaining employment. People who work in the Los Angeles area find apartments in Norwalk to be an affordable housing solution in the area, and city-data.com reports that the median gross rent in 2009 was $1,330.

The Gilbert Sproul Museum preserves Norwalk's unique history, and includes permanent attractions such as heirlooms from the Sproul family known for founding the city. The Hargitt House is another historic attraction, and is a popular local museum.

An annual Halloween festival and "A Night of 1,000 stars" library fundraising event are among some of the most popular cultural highlights. Norwalk also has a long history as being a premier location for film and television commercial production, and landmarks such as Paddison Farm and Front Street can be seen in feature films.

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