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Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles · CA 90042
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.3M
Median Price
87/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
12 min
to Downtown Los Angeles
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
87/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
South Los Angeles’ 90042 offers a walkable, family‑friendly vibe with top‑rated schools and a short commute to downtown. Housing prices are high but the neighborhood’s amenities and good schools balance that out for most buyers and renters.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools with consistently high ratings
- ✓Very walkable with shops, cafes, and restaurants within easy reach
- ✓Only 12‑minute commute to downtown LA
- ✓Diverse and vibrant community culture
Real Talk
- !Higher‑than‑average crime rates in some parts of the ZIP
- !Rapid appreciation has made entry prices steep for first‑time buyers
- !Older infrastructure can mean occasional potholes and maintenance issues
- !Competitive rental market with rents rising sharply
- $Possible HOA fees for condos and apartments
- $Parking permit or garage fees in the city
- $Higher property taxes in Los Angeles County
Best For
Young professionalsFamilies seeking high‑rated schoolsWalkers and cyclistsRemote workers who value downtown proximity
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Los Angeles, 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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