Somerset
Neighborhood in Glendale, California
Los Angeles County 91205
Early 20th-century homes, 1970s condominiums
Palms and other trees, hedges and flowering shrubs add to the scenery along residential streets with sidewalks. Some areas have views of the Verdugo Mountains to the north. Many homes have a driveway and garage, but street parking is also used. Somerset has a substantial supply of multiunit properties; apartments make up more than half of the residential footprint. Spanish-inspired and traditional-style homes are common; many date to the early 20th century. In the 12 months before March 2025, single-family home prices ranged from the mid $800,000s to $1.2 million. Condominiums, many of which date to the 1970s, are in the $400,000s to $600,000s. "In Glendale, the properties tend to hold their value very well, and rental demand is high too," Hamad says.Windsor Mini Park is in Somerset; Carr Park is nearby
Windsor Mini Park has a playground and picnic tables and is frequently visited by students from Muir Elementary School, which is a couple of blocks away. Northeast of the neighborhood is the considerably larger Carr Park, with plenty of shade trees and a playground. From Somerset, it's about 5 miles to Griffith Park, which includes the Los Angeles Zoo, the Griffith Park Observatory, golf courses, trails and gardens. Dodger Stadium is about 7 miles to the south.Muir Elementary, Wilson Middle and Glendale High
John Muir Elementary School earns a B-plus grade from Niche and is an International Spanish Academy School affiliated with the Ministry of Education of Spain. Woodrow Wilson Middle School receives a B, and Glendale High School has a B-plus. Wilson and Glendale participate in the Armenian Language Immersion Program; the high school also offers Spanish immersion. Additionally, the district has magnet schools.Farmers markets and events like a 10K and Cruise Night
Glendale has a variety of events throughout the year. The Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike is in May, the Cruise Night is in July, and the Armenian American Museum Festival is in October. The Glendale Central Library hosts the Glendale Día de los Muertos in November. Farmers markets within several miles of Somerset include the Glendale Gateway Certified Farmers Market, on Tuesdays, and the Atwater Village Farmers Market, on Sundays.Beeline and Metro buses, the GTC and a nearby hospital
Somerset has stops for Beeline Bus and LA Metro buses on South Chevy Chase Drive and East Colorado Street. For Metrolink rail, Amtrak and Greyhound service, the Glendale Transportation Center (GTC) is a couple of miles away. The GTC has 300 parking spaces. Though proximity to two freeways can be a plus, people living on the east side of Somerset, closest to SR-2, may experience noise issues. North of Somerset, on the other side of SR-134, is the medical facility Adventist Health Glendale. The Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 10 miles northwest of Somerset.East Colorado Street shopping centers, 2 miles to malls
Verdugo Produce & Deli, in the heart of Somerset, has pantry items, Armenian imports and hot meals. On the north end of Somerset, off East Colorado Street, there's a Ralphs for groceries. Across the street, Arko Foods Market specializes in Filipino cuisine. Colorado Street has shopping centers in both directions. Scarantino's Italian Inn, established in 1967, uses many family recipes. Zankou Chicken, a regional chain with kabobs, pita wraps and rotisserie chicken, is named after a river in Armenia. Major shopping spots are about 2 miles northwest of the neighborhood. The Americana at Brand has more than 75 businesses and a movie theater, and the Glendale Galleria has over 200 shops and restaurants.
Written By
Robin Silberman
Photography Contributed By
Justin Bradley
Video By
Austin Lewis
Was this overview helpful?
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Silva Shakhgulyan
Silva Shakhgulyan
Coldwell Banker Hallmark
(323) 825-6380
51 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$1,370,000 Price
-
Tom Barseghian
Tom Barseghian
Toma Real Estate
(747) 307-7072
113 Total Sales
2 in Somerset
$328K - $360K Price Range
-
Angel Hernandez
Angel Hernandez
JohnHart Real Estate
(818) 464-4876
23 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$735,000 Price
-
Sheida Rezazadeh
Sheida Rezazadeh
Keller Williams R. E. Services
(747) 307-5722
22 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$725,000 Price
-
Kristina Ter-Ovsepyan
Kristina Ter-Ovsepyan
Responds QuicklyJohnHart Real Estate
(818) 418-0847
15 Total Sales
3 in Somerset
$390K - $445K Price Range
-
Odette Peters
Odette Peters
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Hallmark
(323) 746-0012
27 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$940,000 Price
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Windsor Mini Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Somerset | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Somerset Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Somerset, Glendale sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Somerset, Glendale over the last 12 months is $730,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$649,995
Median Sale Price
$730,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,145,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,552,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$551,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$617
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
839
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1941
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,396
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,368
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
998
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
745
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
-
Friday, Jun 2011am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
-
$1,995 per month
- Rock Glen Villa...Gorgeous Newly Remodeled...
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 690 Sq Ft
- 1510 Rock Glen Ave
- Glendale, CA
-
-
Condo Buildings
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,276
Median Age
42
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,140
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,814
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
48.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
60.8%
On par with 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®
71
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Hill
Historic charm and active community with a small-town feel in southern Glendale
Citrus Grove
A dense urban neighborhood with condos and historic homes walkable to retail
Eagle Rock
A hip suburb with eclectic home styles and plentiful shopping nearby
Glassell Park
Bohemians, midcentury moderns and land in the mountains of Eastside L.A.
City Center
Downtown Glendale shopping, dining and entertainment in walking distance to condos
Pacific-Edison
A community-focused neighborhood in the southern section of the city
Reviews
Are you familiar with the Somerset neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Was this page helpful?
