Exposition Park blends historic charm with modern energy
A cultural destination that is home to the University of Southern California, Exposition Park is a South Los Angeles neighborhood that blends the established and the contemporary.
Exposition Park
Neighborhood Reviews
A mix of bungalows, duplexes and student-focused apartments
An eclectic collection of established homes is prominent among the neighborhood’s housing, which also includes a mix of duplexes and apartments. With USC’s campus in the neighborhood, there are multiple larger apartment complexes that cater to students. California bungalows and other Craftsman-style homes are noticeable among the single-family housing. Several of the established homes have undergone renovations. Homes in Exposition Park typically list between the mid-$900,000s and upwards of $2 million. Smaller, pre-renovation homes can be found for under $500,000.
Public and charter schools partner with USC for student success
The neighborhood is served by Los Angeles Unified School District and includes several public schools. Educational institutions in the area frequently partner with USC, such as the USC Hybrid High School, a public charter school established in part by USC’s college of education that boasts a high college acceptance rate among its students. Other neighborhood schools include Weemes Elementary and Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary. Students in sixth through eighth grades can attend nearby Audubon Middle School.
Museums, stadiums and parks offer year-round entertainment
The neighborhood’s namesake, Exposition Park, is a flourishing center for cultural and outdoor enrichment. It offers acres of museums, gardens and sports facilities. You can watch scientists uncover fossils at the Natural History Museum’s Dino Lab, then immerse yourself in an art exhibit at the California African-American Museum. The California Science Center offers interactive exhibits about space and the environment and is home to the Alexander Science Center, a public charter elementary school with a STEM-focused curriculum. The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park is home to USC’s football team and hosts a variety of other events, including an annual NASCAR race. You can also catch football of another kind at BMO Stadium, the home of Major League Soccer's Los Angeles FC and the National Women's Soccer League's Angel City FC.
Additional outdoor fun is available at Denker Recreation Center, which hosts classes, summer camps and athletic programs that include martial arts and indoor soccer. The neighborhood complex also features a baseball diamond that is one of multiple regional locations that host the Dodgers DreamTeam youth development program. In addition to the diamond, visitors have access to a lighted soccer field, indoor and outdoor basketball courts and a fitness center. More athletic facilities and children’s play areas can be found at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, another neighborhood green space.
Western Avenue is a hub for groceries, cafés and restaurants
Stores and restaurants are concentrated along Western Avenue, which bisects the neighborhood. Food 4 Less and several independent markets provide convenient grocery options, while popular eateries along the corridor include South LA Café, a contemporary community coffee house. Mercado La Paloma is a large market featuring shops and restaurants on nearby South Grand Avenue. Among the convenient dining options there is Chichen Itza, which features authentic Yucatán-style dishes.
Metro Expo Line and 110 freeway support commuters
Public transportation is easily accessible for residents, as the Metro Expo Line runs through the middle of the neighborhood. The 110 freeway is adjacent to Exposition Park and the USC campus, providing convenient access to other areas of the city and the surrounding suburbs.
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Christine Bartruff
Photography Contributed By
Paul Winner
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Frances Mouser
Frances Mouser
eXp Realty of California, Inc
(442) 273-1675
239 Total Sales
1 in Exposition Park
$855,000 Price
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Stephanie Younger
Stephanie Younger
Compass
(424) 417-2755
886 Total Sales
1 in Exposition Park
$910,000 Price
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David Shin
David Shin
Responds QuicklyDream Realty & Investments Inc
(562) 364-0920
41 Total Sales
1 in Exposition Park
$675,000 Price
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Mario Mariscal
Mario Mariscal
Better Homes and Gardens RE
(562) 471-4695
148 Total Sales
1 in Exposition Park
$585,000 Price
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Dan Sanchez
Dan Sanchez
Engel & Völkers Burbank
(424) 407-8575
46 Total Sales
1 in Exposition Park
$720,000 Price
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Giovanni Morales
Giovanni Morales
COMPASS
(213) 221-1600
22 Total Sales
3 in Exposition Park
$992K - $1.5M Price Range
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
Exposition Park Rose Garden
- Trails
- Events
- Museum
Martin Luther King Jr Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Loren Miller Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Leslie N Shaw Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Richardson Family Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Denker Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
20 min drive
Subway
Expo Park/Usc
Subway
Expo/Vermont
Subway
Expo/Western
Bus
Vermont Ave & 37th Pl
Bus
Normandie & Leighton
Bus
Normandie & Martin Luther King Jr
Bus
Exposition & Raymond
Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/15/2020
Niche Review
I enjoy seeing all the old victorian homes and huge trees that line the sidewalks. I also enjoy walking thru the gardens and walking around the coliseum area, admiring the old USC architecture.
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Exposition Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Exposition Park, Los Angeles sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Exposition Park, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $860,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$934,999
Median Sale Price
$860,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$849,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$949,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$550
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,547
Number of Homes for Sale
39
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
7.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,400
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,251
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 311 - 4pm
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Sunday, Aug 3111:30am - 3pm
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Sunday, Aug 3111am - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
35,831
Median Age
33
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,448
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,420
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.5%
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®
84
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
64
/ 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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