Alhambra
Alhambra is named after Washington Irving's book Tales from the Alhambra, not after the Alhambra palace itself. Alhambra was founded as a suburb of Los Angeles in 1903.
Alhambra existed as an unincorporated area during the mid-1800s. The city high school, Alhambra High School, was established in 1898, five years before the city's incorporation. The Alhambra Fire Department was established three years later, in 1906.
Many quaint homes can be found on the city's streets, some with historical significance. These include common styles such as Craftsman, Bungalow, Spanish Mediterranean, Spanish Colonial, Italian Beaux-Arts, and Arts & Crafts. The city also comprises a large number of condominiums, rental apartments, and mixed use residential/commercial buildings, especially in the Downtown area.
The main business district of Alhambra - at the intersection of Main & Garfield - has been a center of commerce since 1895. By the 1950s, it had taken on the upscale look of Wilshire Boulevard's Miracle Mile and was the "in" place to go in the San Gabriel Valley. While many of the classic older buildings have been replaced over the years, the revitalization of Main Street has led to numerous dining, retail and entertainment establishments. Related Properties:
