Set in the narrow stretch of land between the Los Angeles River and Mount Washington, Cypress Park is a community with relatively low housing costs and a commuter-friendly location. Although it was once defined by its busy rail lines and industries, growing access to green space and a popular dining scene are attracting a wave of new residents.
“Cypress Park has some wonderful early 1900s architecture — lots of bungalows and Spanish styles with historical character,” says Cherryl Weaver, Realtor with Re/Max Tri-City Realty, who is an LA native. Most homes sell from the mid-$700,000s to just under $1.7 million, with a median sale price of about $940,000, below the citywide median. “It’s definitely well priced for Los Angeles,” Weaver says. “You can usually find something in the $700,000 to $800,000 range that’s livable. You may have to do some work, but most homes are in average condition.”
As for recreation, Cypress Park’s options have expanded far beyond its original, namesake green space, which still hosts youth sports and community gatherings. For years, Taylor Yard, a large rail yard beside the Los Angeles River, brought the noise and smell of diesel trains to the area. Today, Metrolink and Amtrak trains still pass through the neighborhood, but the rail yard closed decades ago.
In its place, volunteer groups and government agencies are collaborating to create greener, more welcoming spaces along the river. A few projects have already been completed, like the Taylor Yard Bridge, a link between Cypress Park and the expanding Los Angeles River Greenway. You can also spend time at the Rio de Los Angeles State Park State Recreation Area, a popular destination for family picnics, sports and enjoying nature.
While there are a few chain stores in Cypress Park, the area is mostly dominated by local businesses. Some highlights include:
Cypress Park is served by the highly rated Los Angeles Unified School District, which offers school choice through magnet programs and an annual open-enrollment lottery. Some kids go to Aragon Avenue Elementary School, located right in the community. Older students can apply to the Sonia Sotomayor Art & Sciences Magnet school. Renaissance Arts Academy, a highly rated public charter school, is also nearby.
Glendale and Pasadena are both within an 8-mile radius, and Downtown LA is less than 5 miles away. Drivers have easy access to multiple freeways, but they aren’t always the quickest way to get around. State Route 110, just east of Cypress Park, “was not built for high-speed traffic — it’s pretty packed all the time,” Weaver says. “If I lived here and avoided the freeways, I could get to downtown in 15 minutes, even during rush hour. You just have to know the shortcuts.”
Peggy Lim
Real Brokerage Technologies
(626) 889-5586
87 Total Sales
1 in Cypress Park
$850,000 Price
Michael Santos
Santos & Co.
(747) 998-0858
93 Total Sales
2 in Cypress Park
$800,000 Price Range
Mike Chou
K.W. EXECUTIVE
(626) 653-4295
171 Total Sales
2 in Cypress Park
$973,500 Price Range
Steve Julian
Luxury Collective
(747) 293-4987
171 Total Sales
2 in Cypress Park
$1,110,000 Price Range
Colt Maloney
Figure 8 Realty
(213) 513-7683
61 Total Sales
2 in Cypress Park
$1,025,000 Price Range
Leslie Gomez
Keller Williams Realty
(424) 567-6860
59 Total Sales
2 in Cypress Park
$960,000 Price Range
Airport
Bob Hope
23 min drive
Subway
Heritage Square/Arroyo Station
Bus
Avenue 26 & Figueroa
Bus
San Fernando & Macon
Bus
Cypress & Idell
Bus
Cypress & Alice
Bus
Cypress & Elm
Bus
Cypress & Maceo
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cypress Park | US |
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| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Cypress Park, Los Angeles sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Cypress Park, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $975,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$950,000
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Median Sale Price
$975,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$908,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,040,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$700,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
25
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$726
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Number of Homes
1,200
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Number of Homes for Sale
16
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Median Year Built
1920
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Months of Supply
7.70
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,224
Significantly below the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,872
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
894
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
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$1,800 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
13
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Median Rent
$2,822
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,625
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,500
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Median Townhouse Rent
$3,250
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$4,950
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Median Condo Rent
$1,800
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Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,798
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Total Population
7,691
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Median Age
39
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Population Density
17 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$60,733
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$81,382
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High School Graduates
65%
Below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
6%
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% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
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Annual Precipitation
14''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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