Is Downtown, Los Angeles a nice place to live?
Should I move to Downtown, Los Angeles? What is
it like living in Downtown, Los Angeles? Find out
information on living conditions, demographics, transit options,
schools, daycares, things to do, and homes for sale.
Before you even start your home buying search, you’d want to know which area to move to. Several factors can influence the choice of place such as demographics, nearby schools, amenities, local community, and more. If you’re considering moving to Downtown, Los Angeles, there are several ways for you to identify if Downtown is a good fit for you.
The demographics of a place can be a fair indicator of how ‘neighborly’ a place is. 93% of the households in Downtown are renter-occupied.
Total Population
70k
Median Age
39
Renters
93%
Owners
7%
Is Downtown a walkable neighborhood?
Quality of life is subjective and can depend on a variety of things. While some home buyers might want a walkable city that offers ample things to do closer to where they live, others might prefer the suburbs with their tranquil streets, peace and quiet, and proximity to open spaces and nature. For some, the idea of being car-dependent is unacceptable, while for others, a reasonable drive time to their favorite weekend hangout is a dream come true.
Walk Score
98
Bike Score
89
Transit Score
100
Taking that into account, it would be great to know what amenities are available in the neighborhood, and whether you can complete most of your daily tasks on foot. Downtown, Los Angeles has a walk score of 98, a bike score of 89, and a transit score of 100. Accessiblity is a blessing in this neighborhood as daily errands do not require a car.
Public transit in Downtown, Los Angeles is provided by LADOT (bus), Metro - Los Angeles (tram), and Metrolink Trains (rail). There are 245 LADOT bus stops, 257 Metro - Los Angeles tram stops, and 1 Metrolink Trains rail stops in Downtown, Los Angeles. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport. The freeways nearest to Downtown, Los Angeles are CA-110, I-110, and I-10.
Also, if you have an electric vehicle and are looking for homes near electric-vehicle charging stations, this neighborhood might be a good fit. There are 129 electric vehicle charging locations in Downtown, Los Angeles with 539 level-2 charging points and 38 DC fast charging points.
What are the public transit options in Downtown?
We cannot find any nearby public transit options for Downtown
Downtown Photos
What are the best schools in Downtown, Los Angeles?
The definition of a good school can vary depending on what people are looking for - some might be interested in schools which have great sports programs, while others might be looking at schools that are better at preparing kids for higher education. Since perspective can make a difference, independent bodies like Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision. However, you are encouraged to verify these ratings through other sources including visiting the campus.
It is not surprising to note that places with highly-rated public schools tend to have relatively higher home prices because of the perpetual demand for those neighborhoods. If you have children or plan on having in the future, checking out the nearby schools and their ratings is a good idea. Larchmont Charter School (#107 in state), WISH Community School (#200 in state), KIPP Raices Academy (#251 in state) are among 11 A+/A rated public elementary schools in the district. Larchmont Charter School (#28 in metro), WISH Community School (#44 in metro), Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies (#30 in metro) are among 12 A+/A rated public middle schools in the district. Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy (#44 in metro), High Tech Los Angeles (#41 in metro), Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies (#31 in metro) are among 10 A+/A rated public high schools in the district.
Choosing an area with good school rating consistency is important. While the area you’re looking at right now might have great elementary schools for your young children, it’s well worth examining the middle and high schools they’ll grow up to attend. The nearby elementary school, middle school and high school quality ratings from Niche are very similar. If you have children and desire a consistent school experience as they grow up, this neighborhood may be a good place to plant long-term roots.
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School data provided as-is by Niche, a third party. It is the responsibility of the user to evaluate all sources of information. Users should visit all school district web sites and visit all the schools in person to verify and consider all data, including eligibility.
What are the activities for kids in Downtown, Los Angeles?
For households with kids, accessibility to nearby parks, playgrounds, daycare centers as well as highly-rated preschools is key. There are a few parks and playgrounds in Downtown, Los Angeles, including Pershing Square, McAlister Soccer Field, and Spitz. These playgrounds provide great recreational facilities for kids, as well as adults. Families can enjoy a nice picnic under the shade in summer months, or walk along the trail for a weekend activity with the kids.
Proximity to good daycare centres is extremely important, especially if the parents have a full-time job. For young families there are plenty of options for childcare in Downtown, Los Angeles, including Nuestro Futuro, Delta Headstart State Preschool, Kinder Schule, and Chinatown Service Center Child Development Ent Center. Proximity to urgent care centers such as Ap Urgent Care, Los Angeles Urgent Care Center, and LAC+USC Inpatient Tower is also a plus.
What's nearby Downtown?
Whether a neighborhood is a good place to live or not could also depend on the nearby amenities. Having a high walk score means that there are a lot of places nearby like stores, restaurants, coffee shops, schools, and more. While the scores are by no means perfect, they are a good indicator for "stuff to do" around those places. Things like proximity to grocery stores, dining options, and parks can make a huge difference in your daily lives.
There are also plenty of dining options for the residents of Downtown, Los Angeles. You can grab your morning cup of coffee from Cabra, Cafe Gratitude, or Birdies and sit down for a relaxed weekend brunch at Sari Sari Store LA, Fernando's Taco Inn, or Café Dulcé. Dessert shops like Birdies, Bread Lounge, and Mikawaya in Downtown, Los Angeles are great options for satisfying your sweet tooth. Residents love to order tacos from Maggie's Mexican & Amer Food, El Flamin Taco, or Leo's Tacos Truck and burgers from Birdies, Plant Burger, or Cargo Snack Shack. Wokcano, Redbird, or Rapp Bar Dtla are some great spots for a fun dine-in experience.
Downtown, Los Angeles has quite a few grocery stores including First Draft, American World Foods, and Azteca Imports.
What are the things to do in Downtown?
We cannot find nearby things to do for Downtown
Who is the best internet provider in Downtown, Los Angeles?
A good internet and broadband connection is a must-have, whether you work from home or not. Broadband internet connection options in Downtown, Los Angeles include satellite, ADSL, fiber, VDSL, wireline, terrestrial fixed wireless, Symetrical xDSL, and DOCSIS from 47 different providers. Aside from optic fiber which provides Gbps speeds, you can get up to 1000 mbps download speeds via terrestrial fixed wireless powered by GeoLinks.
What are the noise levels and air quality in Downtown, Los Angeles?
Most often than not, the higher the walk score, the higher the noise. So if you’re an extremely noise-sensitive person and it’s absolutely intolerable, you may need to opt for a neighborhood with a lower walk score.
Last month, the air quality in Downtown, Los Angeles was good (Air Quality Index, i.e., AQI was 46 for pollutant PM2.5). In 2020, the air quality was bad for 13 days when AQI for pollutant PM2.5 exceeded 100.
Should I buy a house in Downtown, Los Angeles?
Median Home Price
$577,812
Median Price / Sqft
$666
New Listings
56
Home Sold
18
There is one important indicator of knowing how good the neighborhood is - the number of homes sold in the past. A high percentage of homes sold in the past say, 5 years could indicate that it’s an up and coming neighborhood with people looking to settle here. At the same time, a neighborhood with low home sales, in spite of getting listed on the market could indicate that current residents are looking to move out. It would be nice to speak to residents of this neighborhood to understand what they loved, or didn’t like about living here.
56 homes were
listed for sale this month in Downtown, Los Angeles
. This is 6% higher compared to the same time last year, and 8% lower compared to last month. The total number of
homes for sale in Downtown, Los Angeles
is 22% higher than it was at the same time a year ago. 18 homes were sold in Downtown, Los Angeles this month. 157% more than previous month. 44% less than same month last year.
You can also look at several other factors before deciding to make the move. For example, do all the houses in the neighborhood look almost identical? That could mean that the homeowners association might not be the most adjusting. Is there space for parking? Where would your friends and family park when they come to visit you? Your garage could already be full with your own vehicles. How well is the neighborhood maintained? It could help you identify whether you’d want to live next to such neighbors.
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