Neighborhood in Burbank, CA

Is Dowtown Burbank a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
60

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1092
Medium1080
Low1528
Other2648

69 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape14
Child involved48
Assault8
Other9

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch shares possible misdemeanor hit and run traffic information near Magnolia Boulevard and Bakman Avenue, with a suspect vehicle last reported heading toward Las Vegas.Bakman Ave & Magnolia Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a report of a dizzy person near North Maple Street, between Monterey Avenue and Pacific Avenue. The person was reported outside.N Maple St, Burbank, CA 91505Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family-related disturbance at a residence on Hazelhurst Place. The suspect briefly moved toward a nearby donut shop parking lot, then returned to the property. Units entered the area and the suspect was ultimately taken into custody at the Hazelhurst Place location.Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported domestic violence and restraining order violation in the area of Hazelhurst Place near Lankershim. The male suspect was reportedly last seen heading east through a property while wearing (description withheld) and no shirt.Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic-violence restraining order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Pl. The suspect is reportedly with another male and is threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar.Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic violence incident involving a restraining order violation near Hazelhurst Place (North Hollywood area). Suspect described as a Hispanic male, about 21, no shirt and blue shorts; he was reportedly with another male and was threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar.Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic violence order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Place in the North Hollywood area. The suspect is described as a 21-year-old Hispanic male, shirtless and wearing blue shorts, and is reportedly threatening to have a gun in a vehicle; the suspect vehicle is described as a gold Jaguar. Another male is reportedly on scene with the suspect.Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible hot-prowl burglary at a home near Keswick Street in Sun Valley, with the reporting party hearing a suspect moving inside a first-floor bedroom. Units responded code three, requested an air unit, and later indicated a suspect in custody related to the Keswick incidents.Keswick St, Sun Valley, CA 91352Break-In
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a possible suspicious man at a hotel on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. The subject is described as a white male wearing black clothing, with no further details or direction of travel known.Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604Suspicious Person
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to investigate a reported suspect near the 5800 block of Tujunga Boulevard in North Hollywood. The call includes a description of an adult man and is handled as a code two response.Tujunga Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601Suspicious Activity

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Median Home Price
$1,178,717
Average Rent
$3,417
Vacancy Rate
6.5%

Overview

Dowtown Burbank is a densely urban neighborhood in Burbank, California, with a housing mix dominated by small apartments and high-rise complexes.

The neighborhood has a high percentage of residents working from home and a diverse cultural composition with significant Armenian ancestry.

Densely UrbanHigh Work From HomeCulturally Diverse

Quick Facts

Work From Home Rate30.7%

Housing market and real estate character

Housing in Dowtown Burbank is mostly small apartments and high-rise buildings, with a majority renter occupancy.

Housing Type71.9% apartment complexes or high-rise apartments
Small Unit Share89.4% one, two, or no bedroom units

What buyers will notice right away

Most housing units are renter occupied.
Dominated by small apartments and high-rise buildings.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a moderate income level with a notable childhood poverty rate and a strong presence of executive occupations.

Occupational Mix — 52.1% employed in executive, management, and professional roles; 21.7% in clerical and tech support.
Childhood Poverty Rate18.2%

Demographics

Income LevelMiddle income
Armenian Ancestry34.6%
Foreign Born51.2%
Languages SpokenEnglish (38.2%), Spanish, Persian (2.1%)

Commute

Many residents have short commutes and a high rate of working from home.

Dowtown Burbank features short commutes and a high work-from-home population.

Short Commutes — Most residents commute under 15 minutes.
High Work From Home — 30.7% work from home, higher than 95.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Main Commute TimeUnder 15 minutes
Drive Alone Rate66.4%

Homes for sale near 91502

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$649,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,025 sqft
305 E Valencia Ave APT J
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$625,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 927 sqft
305 E Valencia Ave APT R
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$1,599,950
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,104 sqft
254 W Santa Anita Ave
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$730,000
1 bd | 2 ba | 1,450 sqft
201 E Angeleno Ave Unit 426
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$799,950
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,398 sqft
227 E Burbank Blvd APT C
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$659,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,402 sqft
216 W Tujunga Ave APT A
Burbank, CA, 91502
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$2,925,000
10 bd | 8 ba | 6,001 sqft
324 E Santa Anita Ave
Burbank, CA, 91502
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price?

The median home price is $1,178,717, more expensive than 70.4% of California neighborhoods.

What is the work-from-home rate?

30.7% of residents work from home, higher than 95.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.

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