Prestigious educational institutions, including Biola University, La
Mirada, California State University Long Beach, Whittier College,
Whittier, and five community colleges, Cerritos College, Compton
College, Long Beach City College, Rio Hondo College and East Los Angeles
College, are a magnet for innovation and research. Public schools and a
number of private schools offer high-quality education to prepare for
the future.
Big-city living with the benefits of small-town life
is an advantage to residents of the area. Housing opportunities range
from luxurious beachfront properties to single-family homes apartments,
condominiums and affordable housing close to the workplace.
An
important tourist destination, where the Queen Mary, the new Aquarium of
the Pacific and the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach draw crowds from
all over the world.
The Southeast Los Angeles County sub-region enjoys an enviable year round climate of ocean breezes and moderate temperatures.
For more information about the Gateway Council of Governments visit their
website.