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Highland Park, CA
Highland Park · CA 90042
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$850K
Median Price
87/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
12 min
to Downtown Los Angeles
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
87/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Highland Park offers great walkability, a solid public‑school system, and easy access to downtown. It’s a lively, diverse neighborhood, but prices are climbing and older homes can carry hidden maintenance costs.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent walk score and proximity to public transit and downtown LA
- ✓Highly rated schools and strong family‑friendly vibe
- ✓Vibrant food scene with a mix of historic and new restaurants
- ✓Good remote‑work potential with plenty of coffee shops and coworking spaces
Real Talk
- !Property values are high and rising, pushing out long‑time residents
- !Older homes may require significant maintenance or remodels
- !Parking can be scarce in commercial and residential areas
- !Noise from nearby rail lines and busy streets can impact quietness
- $Property taxes are higher than the LA average
- $Utility costs can rise as older systems are upgraded
- $Some condo and townhouse units charge HOA fees that add to monthly expenses
Best For
Young professionalsRemote workersFamiliesFood loversArtists and creatives
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Highland Park, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 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
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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