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Residents unite for revitalization
South Los Angeles neighborhood Chesterfield Square is less than a mile in size, but this hidden, often-overlooked gem has a unique history. The neighborhood has been home to famed musician Dexter Gordon, pioneering filmmaker and animator Ray Harryhausen, the filming location of several popular movies, including 1990s classic “Boyz N The Hood” and while it’s faced its share of challenges, this tight-knit community is seeing a resurgence thanks to revitalization efforts, resident-led initiatives and small business growth. “We have families that have been here for 30 or 40 years, and they’re very neighborly, so you get that sense of community right away,” says Dan Howard, Realtor for Compass and Chesterfield Square resident for seven years. “You’re also central to everything; you’re in the heart of LA, so that’s another reason people like living here.”
Biking through leafy Chesterfield Square.
The neighborhood has many murals commemorating and celebrating.
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Spanish-style abodes abound
Chesterfield Square offers charming California bungalows with Spanish influences, duplexes and some larger, modern homes sprinkled in. “The architecture is another part of the appeal,” Howard says. “I would say 30 percent of Spanish homes in South LA are in Chesterfield Square. Values have also gone up 50 percent over the last five or six years. More development is happening, and it’s poised to continue upward.” Most homes were built in the 1920s, ranging from $400,000 to $840,000. The neighborhood offers two- to four-bedroom layouts. Towering palms blanket front and back yards, which are well-kept and filled with flowers, plants and colorful shrubs. While residents will be close to their neighbors, sidewalks and streets are wide, making it pedestrian-friendly. “On certain streets, you have an unobstructed gorgeous view of the Hollywood sign and the Downtown LA skyline, which is a nice benefit,” Howard says.
Mediteranean-style bungalows litter the streets of Chesterfield Square.
Mediterranean-style home with a unique pop of color and beautiful lawn in Chesterfield Square.
White Mediterranean-style home with tile roofing in Chesterfield Square.
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A neighborhood built on mom and pops
Chesterfield Square is known for its mom and pops. Authentic Latin American cuisine and soul food dominate the culinary landscape. Lupita’s Bakery serves up cakes and cupcakes with an in-house taqueria offering everything from tortas to chile rellenos. Enjoy Salvadoran lunch and dinner specialties at Sonsonate Grill and Salvadoran sweets at El Arca Bakery. M’Dears is the go-to spot for fried chicken, pork chops and meatloaf. At the no-frills Jackson Brothers Bar, grab a cold pint while enjoying live music. Good Fred Barbershop is an institution in Chesterfield Square. Opened in 1968 by Frederic Douglas “Good Fred” Ellis as LaRutan, the shop attracted a variety of famous patrons, from late comedian Richard Pryor to musicians Nina Simone and Bobby Womack. The shop is still beloved today and can’t be missed with its “Freedom Won’t Wait” mural splashed across the front and a dedication to Ellis on the side. Antique Stove Heaven is another unique shop that opened in 1978. Selling vintage ovens and offering repairs, the shop’s stoves have been featured in “Driving Miss Daisy” and “Devil in A Blue Dress.” Chesterfield Square shopping center provides Food4Less for groceries, The Home Depot, and other retailers. Nearby Slauson Super Mall’s large indoor shopping center is a local favorite for swap meets. For entertainment, head to Sofi Stadium in the adjacent neighborhood, Inglewood, home to the National Football League teams Los Angeles Rams and Chargers.
Big box stores like Home Depot can be Found in Chesterfield Square.
Stop by Pepper’s Jamaican Belizean Cuisine in Chesterfield Square.
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Community at the heart of Chesterfield Square
A community whose residents are striving to revitalize it and keep it tight knit, the neighborhood takes pride in its traditions like monthly block meetings, an annual Bike & Art in the Park event and the Kingdom Day Parade, its biggest cultural event, which passes through the neighborhood every year along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in honor of the late iconic civil rights activist. The parade rolls by a mural of MLK Jr., one of many pieces of artwork that have become part of Chesterfield Square’s culture. Handler Pharmacy displays flying sparrows and a stunning portrait of the late “Black Panther” star, Chadwick Boseman. On the other side of the street is a “Welcome to South Central” mural featuring portraits of children.
Chesterfield Square is a South Los Angeles Neighborhood Offering a Variety of Different Homes
Mural at the Van Ness Recreation Center pool building.
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Indoor and outdoor fun
Let the kids play at Chesterfield Square Park or enjoy a picnic under the dense canopy of sycamore trees. Get in a workout at Van Ness Recreation Center, take a dip in its pool, shoot hoops or attend one of its many programs or camps.
Chesterfield Square Park offers residents plenty of green space to enjoy a picnic in.
Bring the Family to Chesterfield Square Park for a weekend cookout or picnic!
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Exciting extracurriculars for Chesterfield Square students
Served by the Los Angeles Unified School District, students in Grades 6 to 12 can attend Horace Mann UCLA Community School, which earned a C from Niche. The school’s commitment to collaboration with families and the community shows in its advisory committees, PTSA and other programs. All others are in neighboring Hyde Park, where elementary students attend Angeles Mesa Elementary, and high school students attend Crenshaw High School STEMM Magnet, which received a C from Niche. Earning a C-plus on Niche, Angeles Mesa provides a balanced literacy program, a gardening program in partnership with EnrichLA and STEM curriculum. Crenshaw offers football and tennis teams, a robotics club and a Business Entrepreneurship and Technology Academy.
Mann UCLA Community School Enrolls 6th-12th Grade Students in Chesterfield Square
Heading for a swim at the Van Ness Recreation Center Pool.
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Catch your flight at LAX a short drive from Chesterfield Square.
Convenient to all the action
Chesterfield Square is 8 miles from Downtown L.A. and Los Angeles International Airport. With its proximity to Interstates 110, 10 and 405, residents can easily get around the region, including Redonda Beach, only a 10-mile drive. Public transit is easily accessible with several Metro lines and the bus service L.A. DASH.
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Parks in this Area
Vermont Square Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Van Ness Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Chesterfield Square Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Jackie Tatum / Harvard Park and Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Circle Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Angeles Mesa Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
14 min drive
Bus
Western Ave & Slauson Ave (Southbound)
Bus
62nd & Saint Andrews
Bus
62nd & Van Ness
Bus
Western & 62nd
Bus
Western & 69th
Bus
Western & 67th
Bus
Slauson & Wilton
Chesterfield Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chesterfield Square, Los Angeles sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chesterfield Square, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $607,500, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,701
Median Age
39
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,923
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,013
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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