Open Houses in Norwalk, CA
If I were searching through open houses in Norwalk, I’d pay attention to two things: the mid-century age of most of the housing and the fact that four freeways and two rail stations put the city between Los Angeles and Orange counties. The list below refreshes every morning with homes in Norwalk that have an open house coming up.
This Week’s Open Houses in Norwalk
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Wednesday, September 30 1 open house
– 6 pm
$824,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sq ft
13620 Arlee Ave, 90650
Listed by Executive Bankers Realty
Saturday, October 3 3 open houses
– 2 pm
$749,900
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,258 sq ft
13308 Markdale Ave, 90650
Listed by SoCal 5 Real Estate
– 3 pm
$830,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,424 sq ft
11645 Faculty Dr, 90650
Listed by Keller Williams Realty
– 5 pm
$824,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sq ft
13620 Arlee Ave, 90650
Listed by Executive Bankers Realty
Sunday, October 4 2 open houses
– 2 pm
$824,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sq ft
13620 Arlee Ave, 90650
Listed by Executive Bankers Realty
– 3 pm
$830,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,424 sq ft
11645 Faculty Dr, 90650
Listed by Keller Williams Realty
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What I’d Look For If I Were Buying in Norwalk
If I were buying in Norwalk, I’d start with the tenure figure: about 68% of homes are owner-occupied. That would suggest owners hold much of what comes up on the list, and the Census Bureau’s median build year of 1957 tells me many of them are roughly 70 years old. I’d ask about roof age, plumbing and any permitted additions at every stop.
I’d also look at a home’s position relative to the freeways. The city’s own page says the 91 borders it on the south, the 605 runs along the western border and the 5 passes through the community, so I’d stand outside and listen for road noise before going in.
From My Notes: Norwalk in September 2026
When I pulled the list on September 29, 2026, Norwalk had a thin week, which is normal for a small city:
- 3 homes had an open house scheduled, with 6 showings in all.
- Asking prices ran from $750K to $830K.
- Most had 3 bedrooms, and the median size was about 1,322 square feet.
With only three homes, I’d read that range as a snapshot of one week, not a typical Norwalk price.
Norwalk Areas I’d Put on My List
Around the Sproul House and old Norwalk
Gilbert Sproul, the founder of Norwalk, built the Sproul House in 1870, and it is now the Gilbert Sproul Museum. Norwalk’s town site was surveyed after the Anaheim Branch Railroad reached the area, and the name was recorded in 1874. I’d expect the oldest housing in the city near this original core, so I’d ask what has been kept and what has been replaced.
Near the Hargitt House on Mapledale
The Hargitt House, at 12426 Mapledale, was built in 1891 by D.D. Johnston’s household in the Victorian Eastlake style, and it is now a museum. The city says a number of fine homes were built in the 1890s in the middle of orchards, farms and dairies. I’d use this area as a place to compare a few very old houses with the later homes around them.
Norwalk Boulevard and the civic center
Norwalk City Hall is at 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, and the Norwalk Town Square sign dates to 1954. I’d use this stretch to judge how close a home sits to shops and bus lines, since the city says Norwalk Transit runs fixed-route bus service seven days a week.
Near the stations and Cerritos College
The C Line’s east terminus is in the I-105 median, and the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink station is at 12650 Imperial Highway. Cerritos College is partly in Norwalk. I’d weigh a short walk to a station against noise from trains and freeway traffic.
Norwalk Housing at a Glance
These figures cover the whole city.
| Measure | Norwalk | Los Angeles metro |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 99,789 | 12,974,487 |
| Median value of owner-occupied homes | $644,700 | $871,300 |
| Median year homes were built | 1957 | 1969 |
| Homes that are owner-occupied | 68% | 48% |
| Average commute to work | 29.5 min | 29.5 min |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates for 2020 to 2024. Metro is the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area.
Getting Around Norwalk
Norwalk’s own city page describes the transportation setup in some detail:
- Four freeways serve the city: the 91 borders it on the south, the 605 is at its western border, the 5 passes through it, and the 105 runs from Norwalk toward LAX.
- The Metro C Line ends at the Norwalk station in the I-105 median, with service toward Aviation/Century and the LAX/Metro Transit Center.
- The Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink station has 630 parking spaces and requires a permit. It is served by the Orange County and 91/Perris Valley Lines.
- Caltrans lists an I-5 Multimodal Corridor Plan covering Norwalk and Downey among other cities. The plan is a study only, and no construction dates are set.
With this many options, I’d test the commute both by car and by train before deciding. The city’s average of 29.5 minutes matches the metro figure exactly, but I’d want my own route timed.
How I’d Plan an Open House Day in Norwalk
Across the 6 hosted showings, there is a small pattern:
- Saturday is the busiest day, with 3 showings, followed by Sunday with 2.
- Most start at 11 a.m. or 12 p.m.
I’d plan one loop through the city and leave the freeway hops for last. If a home is near Imperial Highway, I’d check how close it is to the rail line before I judged the street.
Summer afternoons here run hot and dry, so I’d book the earlier open houses for the homes with the most outdoor space to look over.
Norwalk Open House FAQ
Which freeways serve Norwalk?
According to the city, four: the 91 borders the city on the south, the 605 is at its western border, the 5 passes through it and the 105 runs from Norwalk toward LAX.
Can I take the train from Norwalk?
Yes. The Metro C Line ends at the Norwalk station, and the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink station is served by the Orange County and 91/Perris Valley Lines.
What share of Norwalk homes are owner-occupied?
About 68%, according to the 2020 to 2024 Census estimates.
How long is the average commute in Norwalk?
29.5 minutes, the same as the Los Angeles metro average.
What is the median home value in Norwalk?
$644,700 for owner-occupied homes, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020 to 2024 estimate.
How often is the Norwalk list updated?
Every morning. The Norwalk page gets a fresh pull of upcoming open houses, and expired ones disappear.
