Carthay is a community in Central Los Angeles made up of three neighborhoods: Carthay Square, South Carthay and Carthay Circle. With its early-1900s Spanish Revival architecture and mature landscaping, it often attracts buyers looking for historic character rather than modern, cookie-cutter homes. Families have access to highly rated schools, and its location puts Beverly Hills, Museum Row and everyday shopping and dining within easy reach.
Along the community's outer edges, multistory apartment and office buildings line the streets, but the neighborhood's core feels more residential and established. Here, there’s a blend of historic single-family homes and multifamily properties. Spanish Revival architecture is the most common, along with some Tudor Revival and storybook-style designs. Houses tend to sell from around $1.5 million to just over $3 million, and multifamily buildings generally range from about $1.5 million to $2.5 million.
Carthay has three separate historic preservation overlay zones, and the entire neighborhood was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2022. Living in an HPOZ isn’t for everyone, as owners usually need approval for exterior changes. However, many homebuyers see its vintage charm as a big part of the appeal. “For anybody who appreciates old, historic houses with character, it’s a great neighborhood,” says Nicholas Sandler, Realtor with The Agency.
Carthay is served by the highly rated Los Angeles Unified School District. Some students go to Carthay Environmental Studies STEM Magnet, an elementary school in the community with its own gardens and orchard. Niche gives it an A-minus rating. Nearby private options include The Center for Early Education, a pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade school with an A rating from Niche.
Location is one of Carthay’s biggest strengths. “You’ve got Beverly Hills to the west, Miracle Mile to the east, and it straddles the Wilshire corridor, so you’ve got access to all those businesses,” says Dario Svidler, the executive vice president at PartnersCRE. You’re within a short drive of:
Carthay has several transit options, including the Metro D Line, which provides a direct subway connection to Koreatown and Downtown LA. For drivers, Wilshire, La Cienega and San Vicente boulevards are the main local routes, and Interstate 10 is about 2 miles south. Culver City and Century City are both about 3 miles away. It’s also less than 10 miles to both downtown LA and Santa Monica, but rush-hour commutes to either can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.
The neighborhood’s main green space is Carthay Circle Park, a small, tree-shaded spot with a bench and a prospector statue. Just west of the neighborhood is La Cienega Park in Beverly Hills, home to multiple baseball diamonds, soccer fields, a jogging track and outdoor fitness equipment. Adjacent to it is La Cienega Tennis Center, where you’ll find tennis and pickleball courts.
Plus, with Museum Row nearby, you can explore well-known landmarks, including:
While large-scale attractions and events are conveniently close, Carthay also puts on small get-togethers that help build a sense of community. During the summer, the South Carthay Festival is an opportunity for neighbors to connect over music and family-friendly activities. In the fall, the Carthay Square Block Party is another low-key gathering, often with food, a photo booth and games for kids.
Jodi Bell Ticknor
Compass
(424) 238-6563
19 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$2,401,000 Price
Michael Khorshidi
Compass
(424) 336-0183
40 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$1,269,000 Price
Gina Isaac
Nourmand & Associates-HW
(424) 288-7115
57 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$2,390,000 Price
Yvette Busot
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(424) 373-8366
41 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$2,575,000 Price
Mark Cianciulli
The CREM Group
(949) 867-4404
227 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$1,600,000 Price
Sasha Rahban
SaraVita Properties Inc
(424) 532-8809
10 Total Sales
1 in Carthay
$2,100,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carthay | US |
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| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Carthay, Los Angeles sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Carthay, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $2,100,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$2,195,000
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Median Sale Price
$2,100,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,166,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,793,800
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,600,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
25
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$787
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Number of Homes
998
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Number of Homes for Sale
8
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Median Year Built
1929
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Months of Supply
3.80
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,270
Above the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,348
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,252
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
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$3,167 - $4,700 per month
$1,695 per month
$2,490 - $4,000 per month
$5,200 per month
$3,300 per month
$2,150 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
12
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Median Rent
$4,995
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,775
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$8,500
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Median Townhouse Rent
$5,148
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$5,700
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Median Condo Rent
$3,200
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,250
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Total Population
4,494
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Median Age
42
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Population Density
14 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$126,339
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$163,154
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High School Graduates
95%
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College Graduates
65.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
28%
Above the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
73.3%
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Annual Precipitation
12''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
49°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
70°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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