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Florence is an unincorporated community with a high population density in Florence-Graham, or Florence-Firestone, which is located south of Los Angeles. Comprised of both commercial and residential sectors, Florence is known for its convenient proximity to the freeways and housing affordability. “Florence is relatively more affordable. It’s close to Inglewood and people go there for major sporting and music events,” says Rudy Zuniga, a Realtor at Brokerage: Duvall & Associates with 20 years of experience. “It’s also close to Culver City for people who work in the entertainment industry.”
Find a variety of homes and restaurants in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Florence, CA.
Florence, CA is a densely residential neighborhood in South Los Angeles.
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Bungalows and cottages in Florence
Area single-family homes usually list between $400,000 and $750,000 and range around 1,000 to 2,000 square feet. Primarily built in the first half of the 20th century, houses in Florence feature Craftsman bungalows, cottages and Spanish ranch styles with fenced-in yards or metal window bars. Duplexes, triplexes and multi-unit buildings start around $750,000 and go over $1 million. "I've sold a lot of HUD houses, duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes," says Matias Masucci, a Realtor with the Sanborn Team at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. “You can buy a property and have Section 8 renters or other tenants already in place."
Admire the unique craftsman homes while walking the sunny streets of Florence, CA.
Stucco Spanish style homes are commonplace in Florence, CA.
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Proximity to major Los Angeles destinations
It takes about 12 or 13 miles to drive to Culver City and about 19 miles to Venice Beach via Interstate 105 or Interstate 10. Nearby destinations include Inglewood, which is about 6 miles west of the neighborhood, and Hollywood is about 12 miles north through Interstate 110. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital and the Los Angeles International Airport are both approximately 5 miles and 13 miles to the east, respectively.
The I-110 freeway is located in Florence, CA to take you to your next Los Angeles destination.
The Freeway and main streets running through Florence make getting around a breeze.
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Recreation centers around Florence-Graham
Florence has many recreation centers in its vicinity, including Green Meadows Recreation Center, South Park Recreation Center and Algin Sutton Recreation Center. From swimming pools to sports facilities such as basketball and tennis courts, baseball fields and fitness centers, these recreational venues provide residents with abundant exercise opportunities. Locals may also take walks at South Los Angeles Wetlands Park and take their children to Franklin D. Roosevelt Park to play. Spanning 160 acres of green space and recreational venues, Exposition Park is about 3 miles up north and is home to the Los Angeles Swimming Stadium and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
South Los Angeles Wetlands park near Florence is a great place for a stroll around the lake.
Catch an exciting baseball game at Algin Sutton Recreation Center in Florence.
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Area restaurants in Florence
Popular eateries in the area include Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles, Hercules Burgers and Rally's, which is a drive-thru spot for hearty American classics, including wings and sandwiches. Local grocery options include Superior Grocers and Northgate Market, with the nearest Walmart about 6 miles east in South Gate. Plaza La Alameda is several miles away and is home to many retailers and restaurants, including Marshalls, Dollar Tree and Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Hercules Burgers in Florence has a great menu and friendly staff.
Stores
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Los Angeles Unified School District
Prospective students may begin primary schooling at Florence Avenue Elementary School or Parmelee Avenue Elementary and Dual Language School, both of which have a B-minus Niche rating. Parmelee Elementary offers science classes in both Spanish and English for students from first grade to fifth grade. Thomas Alva Edison Middle School scores a C-plus, while John C. Fremont High School receives a B-minus and offers academic programs in the fields of medical science, global media, law, and social justice.
Thomas Alva Edison Middle School in Florence scores a C plus from Niche.
Students may begin primary schooling at Florence Avenue Elementary School.
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Attractions in Exposition Park and Hollywood
On weekends, families may visit one of Exposition Park’s various museums, including the California Science Center, the California African American Museum, the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles Rose Garden. Locals can also head north to Hollywood for events such as the Hollywood Heritage Festival or book a behind-the-scenes studio tour at Universal Studios Hollywood.
The Natural History Museum is a must see when you're near Florence.
Take a stroll through the Rose Gardens at Exposition Park near Florence.
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Parks in this Area
Bethune Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
South Los Angeles Wetlands Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Exposition Park Rose Garden
Trails
Events
Museum
Green Meadows Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Franklin D. Roosevelt Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Avalon and Gage Park
Algin Sutton Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Wall Street Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
17 min drive
Bus
Gage & Main
Bus
Florence & Central
Bus
Avalon & 61st
Bus
Manchester & San Pedro
Bus
Main St & 83rd St (Southbound)
Bus
Manchester Ave & Wadsworth Ave (Eastbound)
Bus
Central & 60th
Florence Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Florence, Los Angeles sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Florence, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $620,000, down 2% 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 More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
47,240
Median Age
32
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,474
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$64,481
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
53.5%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
7.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.7%
% Population in Labor Force
64.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
59/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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