Mid-City
Historic homes and modern mansions
Developers built most of the area’s homes from the mid-1920s to the 1930s. Several Tudor houses and cottages in English styles are scattered around the neighborhood, while the neighborhood’s Craftsman homes emphasize simple architecture and clean lines. Most of Mid-City’s Spanish homes have spacious floor plans and large yards, perfect for entertaining guests or cultivating a flowerbed or vegetable garden. “It’s got a great location, a real suburban feel, and you’re close to great dining and nightlife spots like West Adams and Miracle Mile,” says Realtor Jose Prats of AKG, who has lived and worked in the area for over a decade. Mid-City’s historic bungalows generally sell for $1.3 to $1.9 million, while more spacious modern homes in the neighborhood typically sell for between $2 and $3 million.
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Mid-City Education
Mid-City’s public schools are run by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Alta Loma Elementary received a B for its teacher performance from the school rankings site Niche. New Los Angeles Chater Middle School has a 6-out-of-10 on GreatStudents, while Alexander Hamilton High School has an impressive 7-out-of-10 on the site, and is generally regarded as one of the best non-magnet schools in the LA Unified School District. Students may also attend local private or charter institutions like the LA Center for Enriched Studies, a college preparatory school for children in grades 6 through 12 that’s ranked in the top five middle schools in the state.
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Mid-City Parks
Pocket parks and playgrounds pepper the neighborhood’s landscape, offering a respite for families and individuals. Parents can bring the kids to the playground or pet a furry friend in Genesee Avenue Park. Play tennis with a friend at Queen Anne Park or cool off in the pool inside the nearby Queen Anne Recreation Center. Proximity to renowned LA attractions and major freeways gives Mid-City a lively and bustling character and offers residents access to the best of the city.
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Pico Boulevard shopping and dining
The local shopping landscape features a blend of independent shops and familiar retail chains, along with major supermarkets like Vons and Ralphs. Pico Boulevard stands out as a key commercial artery where vintage clothing stores, specialty boutiques, and art galleries offer a variety of shopping experiences.The area is home to a growing roster of restaurants serving dishes from across the globe. This reflects the neighborhood's multicultural makeup, with an impressive range of food options, including Ethiopian, Mexican, Korean and Middle Eastern cuisines. locals can sip a cup of cold brew in the eclectic dining room at Paper or Plastik Café, or enjoy a savory po’boy at Stevie’s Creole Café. The neighborhood also offers a number of nightlife options, like popular local music venue The Mint.
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Major LA attractions
Mid-City residents live a stone’s throw from some of LA’s world-class attractions. Residents can learn about Ice Age species through the excavation site and re-created prehistoric garden at the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, or head to the adjacent Pavilion for Japanese Art, which celebrates decades of Japanese culture. Walk under the warm glow of Los Angeles’ Urban Light project, right next to the home of thousands of artworks in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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Getting around town
The neighborhood is served by several major roads, including Venice Boulevard and Pico Boulevard, which are critical for both local and commuter traffic. These thoroughfares also host several bus lines that connect Mid-City to Downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and other key areas across the city.The Metro Expo Line, which runs just north of Mid-City, provides rail service connecting the area to Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica. This line enhances the accessibility of Mid-City, making it an attractive location for commuters and reducing the reliance on car travel in a city known for significant traffic congestion.
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Andrew Moreno
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Sherri Johnson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jonathan Kim
Jonathan Kim
Equity Union
(323) 916-4083
30 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$3,565,000 Price
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Beatrice Harendza
Beatrice Harendza
COMPASS
(818) 418-8114
49 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$1,450,000 Price
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Alyse Livingston
Alyse Livingston
Compass
(424) 246-2353
37 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$1,690,000 Price
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Rick Ojeda
Rick Ojeda
Carolwood Estates
(424) 499-2867
43 Total Sales
2 in Mid-City
$1.3M - $2.1M Price Range
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Victoria Massengale
Victoria Massengale
Compass
(626) 788-8207
48 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$1,465,000 Price
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Cindy Ambuehl
Cindy Ambuehl
Responds QuicklyChristie's International Real Estate SoCal
(747) 294-3863
126 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$2,000,000 Price
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Syd Kronenthal Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Genesee Avenue Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Robertson Recreational Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Parking Lot
Queen Anne Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Reynier Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Gladys Jean Wesson Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mid-City | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mid-City Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mid-City, Los Angeles sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mid-City, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $425,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$452,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$519,327
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$110,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
294
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$271
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,147
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,734
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,487
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,142
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
700
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Open Houses
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Tuesday, Jul 2911am - 2pm
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 5pm
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Saturday, Aug 22 - 5pm
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
47,396
Median Age
38
Population Density
22 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,033
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,308
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.6%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%
On par with the national average
65.1%
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®
72
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58
/ 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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