Mariposa
Neighborhood in Glendale, California
Los Angeles County 91205
Condominiums and some early 20th-century homes
Mariposa has many multiunit buildings; apartments make up the bulk of housing, followed by condominiums. Condo prices over a year as of February 2025 were in the mid $400,000s to mid $700,000s. There are also single-family homes, like early 20th-century Craftsmans, Spanish-style bungalows, and some newer builds. Prices range from the $700,000s to $1.3 million. "Real estate values continue to appreciate, reflecting the city's growing appeal," says Sheida Rezazadeh, a broker associate with Keller Williams Real Estate Services. In February 2025, the average Mariposa sales price for a year was up 16% over the previous 12 months.Maple Park in Mariposa, Griffith Park nearby
Maple Park and Community Center has an indoor gym, ping pong tables, tennis courts, multiuse fields and walking paths. Several miles west is Griffith Park, which includes the Los Angeles Zoo, the Griffith Park Observatory, golf courses, gardens and trails. It's about 6 miles from Mariposa to Dodger Stadium.Mann Elementary, Roosevelt Middle and Glendale High
Horace Mann Elementary School earns an A-minus grade from Niche and is a repeat winner of the America's Best Schools award from the National Center for Urban School Transformation. Theodore Roosevelt Middle, which has a B-plus, a STEAM academy, is one of an assortment of magnet schools in the Glendale Unified School District. Glendale High School has a B-plus. Roosevelt participates in GUSD's dual immersion language program in Spanish, as does Glendale High, which also has an Armenian program. The Glendale Community College Garfield Campus is in Mariposa.Events like the Armenian American Museum Festival
The Armenian American Museum Festival in October has been held outside the Glendale Central Library, close by to the north. A well-attended annual event at the library is the Glendale Día de los Muertos in November. Also nearby, the Museum of Neon Art offers half-price admission to Glendale residents, facilitates walking tours such as Glowing Glendale and offers classes in neon creation. There are two farmers markets within a couple of miles of Mariposa. The Glendale Gateway Certified Farmers Market is held on Tuesdays, to the north on Brand Avenue, and to the southwest, the Atwater Village Farmers Market is held on Sundays.Buses, the Glendale Transportation Center and freeways
Stops for the Beeline Bus and LA Metro buses are on South Glendale Avenue and around the neighborhood's periphery. The Glendale Transportation Center (GTC), a couple of miles away, has 300 parking spaces and access to Metrolink rail, Amtrak and Greyhound. Mariposa is located between Interstate 5 and state Routes 2 and 134. The Hollywood Burbank Airport, about 8 miles away, has domestic passenger service.Glendale Avenue and Brand Street dining and shopping
Much of Mariposa's retail and dining is along South Glendale Avenue or South Brand Street. Sam's Armenian Bakery is known for its lahmajun, which some call Armenian pizza. Among a diverse assortment of restaurants, there's La Cubana Restaurant, which has been open since 1973. Mamita Peruvian Restaurant has specialties like spaghetti dish Sallarin Saltado, and Elena's Greek Armenian Restaurant is known for home-style classics. Maple Market, Adams Supper Market and JONS Fresh Marketplace have produce and pantry staples. Northwest of the neighborhood is The Americana at Brand, a shopping and lifestyle destination with over 75 businesses, including a movie theater. Nearby Glendale Galleria has more than 200 stores. "Both are perfect spots for shopping — including luxury brands — and for dining and enjoying the outdoor atmosphere," Rezazadeh says.
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Robin Silberman
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gary Keshishyan
Gary Keshishyan
Pinnacle Estate Properties
(747) 322-4141
558 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$622,000 Price
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Silva Shakhgulyan
Silva Shakhgulyan
Coldwell Banker Hallmark
(323) 825-6380
49 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$725,000 Price
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David Nalbandyan
David Nalbandyan
LA Premier Realty
(747) 277-0134
88 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$1,550,000 Price
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Tori Horowitz
Tori Horowitz
Responds QuicklyCompass
(424) 577-6925
191 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$465,000 Price
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Vicki Watson
Vicki Watson
Responds QuicklyRodeo Realty
(424) 365-1669
38 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$707,264 Price
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Richard Michalowski
RM
Richard Michalowski
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(213) 698-5178
101 Total Sales
1 in Mariposa
$677,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Maple Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mariposa | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mariposa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mariposa, Glendale sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mariposa, Glendale over the last 12 months is $772,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$759,000
Median Sale Price
$772,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$975,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$680,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$658
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
920
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1945
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,282
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,406
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,250
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
694
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,650 per month
- Elk Villas...Newly Remodeled Gorgeous Apar...
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 400 Sq Ft
- 524 E Elk Ave
- Glendale, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,116
Median Age
41
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,166
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,237
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
57.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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