Watts
Housing inventory is mostly bungalows and ranch-style homes
The housing inventory in Watts is a mix of single-family homes and apartments in this renter-heavy neighborhood. “Despite being home to some very large public housing developments from the ’50s and ’60s, Watts has a diverse supply of single-family residences,” Masucci says. Homebuilding began around the start of the 20th century and really picked up by the 1940s. The median year built is around 1945, so expect street after street lined with cozy bungalows and classic midcentury ranch-style homes. Some more contemporary offerings have also been developed on infill lots over the last 10 to 20 years. Homes in the neighborhood are modestly sized, usually two- to four-bedroom houses between 1,000 to 2,000 square feet. Most home prices hit between $500,000 and $800,000.
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Direct highway access with proximity to downtown Los Angeles and LAX
Watts has direct highway access — Interstate 105 makes up the neighborhood’s southern border, and Interstate 110 and Interstate 710 are within a few miles. Noise from trains and interstate traffic is an issue in some parts of the community. “The freeway here sits at a different elevation, and there is a natural hill barrier that provides some mitigation, but the train tracks run right through the neighborhood,” Svidler says. For commuters, downtown LA is only about 10 miles north via the 110, a drive that can take over an hour during unpredictable rush hours. For those who rely on public transportation, there are bus routes operated by LA Metro along several major thoroughfares, and the 103rd Street and Firestone A Line metro stations are within walking distance. The closest airport is Los Angeles International, about 12 miles away via the 105, and the nearest medical facility is Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital, just south of the neighborhood.Crime is a concern in Watts. The neighborhood’s CAP Index Crime Score is 7 out of 10, compared to 4 nationally. Narrowed down to just violent crime, it’s even higher — 9 out of 10.
Film, fashion and music are celebrated at Jordan Senior High
Los Angeles Unified is a sold urban school district with a B-plus grade from Niche. Graded C-plus by Niche, Grape Street Elementary is one of several walkable community schools in and around the Watts neighborhood. Edwin Markham Middle School is graded C, while Jordan Senior High is graded C-plus. Jordan’s Visual and Performing Arts Magnet encourages students interested in film, music production, fashion and graphic design.
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Pastrami cheeseburgers and some of the best fried chicken in town
There are a few shopping and dining destinations in and around the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shopping center. There's a CVS and a Food 4 Less for stocking up on groceries and essentials. There are national chains like Popeyes, Little Caesars and Burger King. About a mile east, there are more options at Freedom Plaza. A site for well-known brands like Nike, the plaza hosts assorted events, including a harvest festival, winter tree lighting and summertime block party. Masucci recommends neighborhood eateries like Avalos, known for the birria tacos, and Watts Burgers, known for their pastrami cheeseburger. "Don't forget to stop by Lee's Market," he says. "It has some of the best fried chicken in town."
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Watts Towers attract over 40,000 visitors annually
An outstanding example of folk art, the Watts Towers is an architectural landmark with a steel core wrapped in wire mesh and covered with a tile, glass, shell, pottery and rock mosaic. The structure contained the largest reinforced concrete columns in the world when they were constructed in 1921, and today, 40,000 people visit the site annually. “It’s one of the major things the area is known for,” Masucci says. Part of Simon Rodia State Historic Park, the towers are accompanied by an arts center providing engaging programming, a community garden and a free summer arts camp. Serenity Park is a pocket park with a children’s play area, a skate park, outdoor fitness equipment and picnic tables under a pavilion.
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Written By
Amber Steinmetz-Cole
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Carmen Caudillo
Carmen Caudillo
Circle Real Estate
(562) 270-6946
35 Total Sales
1 in Watts
$225,000 Price
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Briana Price
Briana Price
Responds QuicklyPRICE REAL ESTATE GROUP INC
(888) 316-2037
357 Total Sales
1 in Watts
$385,000 Price
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Bryan Cruz
Bryan Cruz
Realty One Group United
(562) 608-3678
51 Total Sales
3 in Watts
$515K - $720K Price Range
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Herb Diaz
Herb Diaz
PLF REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS
(562) 568-7745
103 Total Sales
1 in Watts
$690,000 Price
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Richard Carlos
Richard Carlos
Responds QuicklyZxomes, Inc.
(562) 916-1453
61 Total Sales
1 in Watts
$700,000 Price
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EDITH ALCALA SAYAS
EDITH ALCALA SAYAS
FOUNDERS ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE
(951) 577-1246
8 Total Sales
1 in Watts
$500,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
One Hundred Ninth Street Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Playground
Colonel Leon H. Washington Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
Ted Watkins Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
George Washington Carver Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Watts Serenity Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Simon Rodia State Historic Park
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
18 min drive
Subway
103Rd Street Station
Bus
Mona Blvd & 115th St (Southbound)
Bus
Gorman Ave & 103rd St (Southbound)
Bus
Compton & 113th
Bus
Central Ave & 114th St (Northbound)
Bus
103rd & Compton
Bus
Weignand Ave & 108th St (Northbound)
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Watts | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Watts Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Watts, Los Angeles sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Watts, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$459,000
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$570,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$343,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$313,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
275
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$295
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,604
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1945
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,188
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,883
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,732 - $2,500 per month
- Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 2299 E 99th Place
- Los Angeles, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
40,006
Median Age
30
Population Density
30 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,668
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,360
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
53.9%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
49°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55
/ 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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