Buyers searching for a central, well-connected part of Los Angeles often zero in on Mid-City, a neighborhood that truly lives up to its name. Here, you’re close to some of the city’s biggest attractions, as well as being just minutes from Culver City and Beverly Hills.
The median sale price in Mid-City is approximately $1.25 million, which is above the citywide median. Compared with neighboring areas like Beverlywood and Pico-Robertson, however, Mid-City’s housing costs tend to come in much lower. You might find:
“Mid-City encompasses a bunch of different little communities, which all have their own distinct flair,” says Alexander Masket, broker associate with Compass, Mid-City resident and LA native. “In Picfair Village, there are some quieter, tree-lined streets, but closer to Pico Boulevard, lots of multifamily properties are popping up.” Lafayette Square and Victoria Park, near Mid-City’s eastern edge, are known for their well-preserved Spanish Colonial Revivals and mature landscaping. Farther west, pockets like the Art District attract buyers looking for convenient access to Culver City’s tech jobs and the West Adams dining scene.
If you're looking to stay active, the neighborhood offers a few options, including Baseball Central's indoor batting cages and Genesee Avenue Park, which has a play structures and fitness equipment. In addition, you’re a short drive from parks and attractions like:
The community falls within the Los Angeles Unified School District, which assigns schools based on addresses but offers school choice through magnet programs and an annual open-enrollment lottery. Some middle and high school students go to the Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies, a highly rated magnet in Mid-City. Families can also choose from charter schools, such as New Los Angeles Charter Middle School, as well as private options like the highly rated Turning Point School in Culver City.
“Mid-City is one of the few parts of Los Angeles where the name really explains the appeal,” Masket says. “You’re in the middle of everything.” Culver City is directly to the south, and you’re only about 5 miles or so from Beverly Hills and Hollywood. Interstate 10 provides a convenient link to Santa Monica and Downtown LA, both roughly 10 miles away, and La Cienega Boulevard is a popular route for getting to the Los Angeles Airport, a similar distance to the south. “Once you’re past Obama Boulevard, La Cienega is almost like a highway,” Masket says.
Cindy Ambuehl
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
(747) 294-3863
118 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$2,000,000 Price
Michael Khorshidi
Compass
(424) 336-0183
40 Total Sales
2 in Mid-City
$1.3M - $1.4M Price Range
Josh Stein-Sapir
Keyes Real Estate
(562) 456-3475
136 Total Sales
2 in Mid-City
$1.3M - $1.4M Price Range
Rachel Nussbaum
Prestige Estate Agency
(747) 294-3894
31 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$850,000 Price
Sierus Erdelyi
TruLine Realty
(424) 374-0268
177 Total Sales
8 in Mid-City
$1.2M - $2.7M Price Range
Alex Sanchez
eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.
(562) 261-0539
63 Total Sales
1 in Mid-City
$925,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mid-City | US |
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| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Mid-City, Los Angeles sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Mid-City, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $1,217,500, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$1,299,450
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Median Sale Price
$1,217,500
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,325,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,182,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$981,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
224
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$710
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Number of Homes
7,157
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Number of Homes for Sale
98
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Median Year Built
1930
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Months of Supply
5.30
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,753
Below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,472
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,140
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,304
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Average Studio Size Sq Ft
350
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
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$6,500 - $8,500 per month
$3,962 - $4,500 per month
$3,300 per month
$2,895 - $5,795 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
188
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Median Rent
$3,200
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,500
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,295
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Median Townhouse Rent
$4,495
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$4,398
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Median Condo Rent
$2,735
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,673
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Total Population
47,396
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Median Age
38
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Population Density
22 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$72,033
Below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$99,308
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High School Graduates
77.9%
Below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
35.6%
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Advanced Degrees
12.6%
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% Population in Labor Force
70.1%
Above the national average
64.9%
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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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