Arlington Heights
Heavy emphasis on Craftsmans
The housing inventory in Arlington Heights consists primarily of single-family homes and multifamily units. "You've got old of school homes here, some are historical overlay, which means they're protected by the city," Svidler says. "This area is also known for affordable rents; it's got a lot of apartment buildings." Among the architectural styles on display are a collection of surprisingly intact American Foursquare, Craftsman and Spanish and Colonial Revival homes. The old Craftsman homes on Grammercy Place have large, manicured lawns and generous front yards. They feature quintessential period details like wide front porches, exposed beams and low-flung roofs with deep eaves. Single-family home prices typically range from around $750,000 to $1.5 million, depending on size and renovation status. Multifamily units usually list between $1.2 million and $4 million.Commercial stretch on Washington Boulevard
Though Arlington Heights is mainly residential, a growing number of shops, restaurants and art galleries are popping up along Washington Boulevard. Galleries like Rory Devine Fine Art, Kristina Kite Gallery and David Horvitz’s 7th Avenue Garden feature a revolving door of contemporary art exhibitions. They are slowly turning this strip into a local cultural destination. "Washington still has a ways to go in terms of closed stores, but it's getting more investment," Svidler says. Nearby eateries include Surfas Culinary District, a specialty kitchenware shop with a popular Italian-style deli, and Spaccio Salumeria, a high-end Italian deli and market. Proximity to Koreatown means easy access to some of the best authentic cuisine in the city. The Market by Superior is a great place to stock up on groceries.Catch One makes history
The neighborhood also features a little slice of LGBTQ history at Catch One dance bar. Established in 1973, it was one of the first Black, gay discos in the United States. It was a hangout for celebrities like Donna Summer, Janet Jackson, Rick James and Madonna. Today, it operates like a typical bi-level nightclub with regular sets by DJs, electronic musicians and rappers.High school with a STEAM magnet program
Los Angeles Unified is an above-average urban district with a B-plus from Niche. Kids can start their education at Arlington Heights Elementary, a walkable community school graded C by Niche. Pio Pico Middle is graded C-plus. Founded in 1873, Los Angeles High School is Southern California's oldest public high school. It is graded C-plus by Niche. LAHS has a STEAM Magnet program geared toward students' interest in science, computer technology, graphic design and mathematics.Shaded playground at Wilton Place Park
One of the only dedicated green spaces in Arlington Heights is Wilton Place Park, a little slice of a park at West Olympic Boulevard and South Wilton Place. The park rests under a canopy of shade trees, with fitness equipment and tables and chairs. There’s also a separate play structure, water fountains and a small grassy area. Washington Irving Pocket Park is situated on 13 acres adjacent to the Washington Irving branch of the Los Angeles Library, which is over 100 years old and on the National Register of Historic Places. Just south I-10, right outside the neighborhood, is Benny H. Potter West Avenues Memorial Park. The urban park has a robust accessible playground under a sunshade and a swing set. There are barbecue pits for a picnic and outdoor basketball courts. The park is safe and clean and a great place for kids to burn off some energy.Immediate highway access
The southern border of Arlington Heights is I-10, giving residents direct access to downtown Los Angeles, which is about 5 miles east. "Highway noise is an issue south of Washington Boulevard, but they've walled off so much of the freeway in the last decade that it's not that bad," Svidler says. "If you're right next to it, obviously, it's going to be louder." Multiple four-lane boulevards run through the neighborhood, with traffic lights every few blocks. Driving the 15 miles to Los Angeles International Airport during unpredictable rush hours can take over an hour. About 3 miles away toward downtown, Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center is the closest hospital. For those who depend on public transit, there are bus routes on most of the main streets, and the Wilshire/Western metro station is a mile north.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Shank
Michael Shank
Compass
(949) 518-0510
40 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$975,000 Price
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Rob Kellner
Rob Kellner
Responds QuicklyAvenue Realty Group
(352) 309-1647
6 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$2,750,000 Price
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Devone Richard
Devone Richard
Next Real Estate Agency
(626) 382-2740
19 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$1,390,000 Price
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Christie Thomas
Christie Thomas
Coldwell Banker Champion Realty
(424) 414-2026
30 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$830,000 Price
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Sherri Reese
Sherri Reese
Robert Pitts Estates
(323) 676-2417
12 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$985,000 Price
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Joanne Brown (Listing Agent)
Joanne Brown (Listing Agent)
Responds QuicklyJB Real Estate & Investment Inc
(562) 454-0350
35 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Heights
$700,000 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
Benny H. Potter West Adams Avenues Memorial Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
LA High Memorial Park
- Playground
Harold A Henry Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Wilton Place Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Queen Anne Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Gladys Jean Wesson Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Arlington Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Arlington Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arlington Heights, Los Angeles sell after 119 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Arlington Heights, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$397,000
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$265,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$355,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$429,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
88
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,592
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1919
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,512
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,200
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,051
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
968
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,595 - $1,850 per month
- Westchester Place Apartments
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 410+ Sq Ft
- 1275 Westchester Place
- Los Angeles, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
18,503
Median Age
39
Population Density
29 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,792
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,756
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
63.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
87
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
/ 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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