Vermont Square pairs historical housing with a prime location near some of Los Angeles ’ most popular attractions. While the neighborhood itself has a few parks and local businesses, many buyers value its convenient access to Exposition Park and the University of Southern California, as well as Interstate 110.
In the past decade or so, Vermont Square’s proximity to the USC campus and Exposition Park has spurred more apartment and condo developments, especially along major roads. Units don’t often come on the market, however. The housing market is “mostly single-family bungalows and Craftsman styles,” says Erica Walden, Realtor with Compass, who is a second-generation LA County resident. “If the lots are big enough, people are adding ADUs.”
The median sale price is in the upper $700,000s, significantly below the citywide median. While you might find a fixer-upper from the low $400,000s to the low $600,000s, renovated homes tend to range from the mid-$600,000s to the upper $900,000s. Large, well-preserved Craftsman-style houses and properties with accessory dwelling units usually sell from around $1 million to nearly $1.3 million.
Children are served by the highly rated Los Angeles Unified School District, which assigns schools based on address but also has magnet options and an annual open-enrollment lottery. Manual Arts High School, located in the community, offers a visual and performing arts magnet. In addition, there are some public charter schools, including the highly rated Libertas College Preparatory Charter School.
Location is one of Vermont Square’s strongest advantages. “It’s extremely central,” Walden says. Downtown LA is about 6 miles away, and Culver City is roughly the same distance. The USC campus is just north of Exposition Park, and some streets have bike lanes and sidewalks that make car-free trips doable. You also have public transit options, including several bus stops and a Metro E Line station near Exposition Park. Even so, Walden says, “it’s still a driving community.” Interstate 110 runs just east of the neighborhood and provides a direct route downtown. When freeway traffic picks up, drivers can take surface streets like Western Avenue to skirt congestion.
There are a couple of green spaces in the community, namely Vermont Square Park, which has a playground, basketball court and picnic tables. Julian C. Dixon Park has similar amenities. Neighboring Exposition Park is a 160-acre complex packed with:
Vermont Square is home to several family-owned markets, as well as Superior Grocers, a full-service grocery store. Along Western and Vermont avenues, there are a variety of local bakeries, cafes and dining spots, including Sonsonate Grill, which serves Salvadoran-style food. In nearby University Park, you’ll find more sit-down restaurants and popular fast-casual chains, as well as stores like Target and Trader Joe's.
Cherryl Weaver
Re/Max Tri-City
(213) 516-9631
27 Total Sales
1 in Vermont Square
$940,000 Price
Stephanie Younger
Compass
(424) 417-2755
893 Total Sales
2 in Vermont Square
$910K - $999K Price Range
Ramon Sanchez
Century 21 Allstars
(562) 684-6070
169 Total Sales
3 in Vermont Square
$688K - $875K Price Range
Mario Mariscal
Better Homes and Gardens RE
(562) 471-4695
111 Total Sales
1 in Vermont Square
$920,000 Price
Roddy de la Garza
Epique Realty
(323) 615-1579
125 Total Sales
2 in Vermont Square
$700K - $950K Price Range
Devin McNichol
Keller Williams Beverly Hills
(424) 544-8484
102 Total Sales
1 in Vermont Square
$661,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Vermont Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Vermont Square, Los Angeles sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Vermont Square, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $760,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$849,000
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Median Sale Price
$760,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$805,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$839,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$591,250
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Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
144
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$467
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Number of Homes
5,997
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Number of Homes for Sale
56
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Median Year Built
1913
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Months of Supply
4.70
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,540
Significantly below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,256
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,244
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
633
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Average Studio Size Sq Ft
100
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
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$1,658 - $2,289 per month
$1,870 per month
$1,655 - $2,510 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
86
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Median Rent
$2,500
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,887
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,900
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Median Townhouse Rent
$2,975
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,295
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Median Condo Rent
$2,495
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,499
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Total Population
46,853
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Median Age
36
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Population Density
29 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$53,675
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$70,827
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High School Graduates
58.2%
Significantly below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
12.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
3.5%
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% Population in Labor Force
64.5%
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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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Bikeability
Walkability
Transit
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Historic, artsy South LA enclave with homes from the early 20th century
Parks, proximity to Inglewood and relatively low housing costs
Access to cultural attractions, light rail stations and the USC campus
South LA neighborhood with historical homes and longstanding local businesses
Green space, relatively low housing costs and proximity to both USC and DTLA
Centralized South LA living with walkable retail, pocket parks and transit access
