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Glendale, CA
Glendale · Los Angeles County · CA 91205
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$780K
Median Price
42/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
15 min
to Downtown Los Angeles
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
FSafety
38/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
DWalkability
42/100
WYLT Score49/100
Our Take
Glendale’s real‑estate prices are high compared to the median income, so it’s a stretch for most people. The area has decent schools and a short drive to downtown LA, but the walkability is low and traffic can be heavy.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Close to downtown Los Angeles (15‑minute commute)
- ✓Good bike infrastructure
- ✓Plenty of restaurants and nightlife
Real Talk
- !Home prices outpace local wages
- !Traffic congestion is a daily reality
- !Walk score indicates you’ll need a car
- !Property taxes and insurance are on the higher side
- $Higher monthly HOA fees for many condos
- $Elevated property taxes due to high assessed values
- $Parking permits or costs in commercial areas
Best For
FamiliesCommutersYoung ProfessionalsHomebuyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Glendale, CA
F
Safety grade
Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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