Culver City, Culver City CA — neighborhood review

Culver City, CA

Culver City · Los Angeles County · CA 90232

Updated August 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$1.6M

Median Price

84/100

Walk Score

5/10

Schools

17 min

to Downtown Los Angeles

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
84/100
WYLT Score57/100

Our Take

Culver City offers great walkability, top‑rated schools, and a quick drive into downtown L.A., making it a solid choice for families and professionals. However, the high cost of homes and rents, traffic congestion, and moderate crime rates mean you’ll need to budget carefully. If you can afford the price point, it’s a rewarding place; if not, consider nearby, less expensive options.

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The Good

  • Very walkable (Walk Score 77)
  • Excellent public and charter high schools (average rating 5)
  • Short commute to downtown L.A. (17 minutes)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)

Real Talk

  • !Median home price around $1.4M—too steep for many buyers
  • !Median rent is $2,465, pushing many into high monthly housing costs
  • !Traffic and parking can be a headache in downtown‑adjacent areas
  • !Property crime and violent crime are moderate in the broader L.A. region
  • $High property taxes and insurance
  • $HOA fees in many condos and townhomes
  • $Utility costs can be higher in energy‑intensive homes

Best For

young professionalsfamiliesremote workersstudents

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Culver City, CA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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