North Hollywood, North Hollywood CA — neighborhood review

North Hollywood, CA

North Hollywood · Los Angeles County · CA 91601

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$1.0M

Median Price

86/100

Walk Score

5/10

Schools

19 min

to Downtown Los Angeles

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
86/100
WYLT Score55/100

Our Take

North Hollywood offers a quick 19‑minute drive to downtown, a decent bike network, and top‑rated high schools, but the median home price far exceeds median household income, making it hard for most locals to afford. The area is car‑dependent, not great for walking, and has moderate crime levels.

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The Good

  • ✓Very close to Downtown Los Angeles with a 19‑minute commute
  • ✓High quality public high schools (all rated 5)
  • ✓Excellent bike infrastructure (score 80)
  • ✓Active nightlife and dining scene

Real Talk

  • !Median home price (≈$876k) is roughly 12× the median household income (≈$73k), making homeownership difficult for most residents
  • !Walkability is poor (Walk Score 46), so most errands require a car
  • !Crime levels in the area are moderate; take precautions especially after dark
  • !Property taxes and insurance are high in this part of Los Angeles
  • $High property tax and homeowner’s insurance
  • $Elevated utility costs, especially for climate control
  • $Parking fees and maintenance for many apartments

Best For

Young professionals who work downtownArtists and creators attracted to the vibrant nightlifeBike commuters who appreciate the good bike scoreFamilies looking for strong public schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

North Hollywood, 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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