Glendale, CA
Is Citrus Grove West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe732
Medium630
Low701
Other2070
77 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape16
Child involved53
Assault12
Other10
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a person found down in front of a location near South Arroyo Boulevard by Belfontaine Street and Grand Avenue. | S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported smoke detector activation at a building near north Avenue 52 in Highland Park, California. | N Avenue 52, Highland Park, CA 90042 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on southbound State Route 710 north of the 91 Freeway, where unknown debris is in the number one and two lanes on a blind curve, raising concern for passing motorcycles. | CA-710, Pasadena, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched for a sick person near South Adams Street and Scarborough Drive. | S Adams St, Glendale, CA 91205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported that a suspect was in custody at a location on Auburn Street in Los Angeles, and other responding units were canceled. | Auburn St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested a central traffic unit for a possible vehicle-related incident near Eagle Rock Boulevard and York Boulevard. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible assault with a vehicle near Eagle Rock Boulevard and York Boulevard, with the suspect vehicle reportedly having just left the intersection and additional traffic units requested to respond. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported traffic collision near Colorado Boulevard and Wilson Avenue in Pasadena, with police already at the scene. | E Colorado Blvd & S Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible suspicious vehicle report near York Boulevard and Eagle Rock Boulevard by a gas station, involving a white BMW and a black Ford sedan. A male was initially treated as a possible suspect, but it was later verified to be the wrong person and the situation was cleared. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes an apparent armed suspect with a knife at an apartment complex, reportedly walking through different floors and threatening to kill a resident near Fair Park Avenue, with additional confirmation mentioning an armed suspect at an apartment complex on West 6th Street. Units coordinate their response and plan to clear and then handle the call, with one unit responding with lights and sirens. | Fair Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Weapons |
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Median Home Price
$1,003,985
Average Rent
$3,364
Vacancy Rate
6%
Overview
Citrus Grove West is a densely urban neighborhood with a median home price of $1,003,985, higher than 55.7% of California neighborhoods. Average rent is $3,364, slightly below the state median.
The housing stock is mostly small to medium apartments and some single-family homes, built mainly between 1970 and 1999, with a vacancy rate of 6.0%, near the national median.
UrbanApartment ComplexesRenter DominantDiverse
Quick Facts
| Renter Occupied Rate | 91.6% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Citrus Grove West is dominated by small apartments in high-rise complexes with a very high renter occupancy.
| Small Unit Share (1-2 bedrooms or less) | 94.4% |
|---|---|
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rise Share | 85.7% |
| Vacancy Rate | 6.0% |
What buyers will notice right away
Owner-occupied homes are rare, with over 90% renter occupancy.
Very dense population and low vacancy suggest strong housing demand.
Families & Lifestyle
Citrus Grove West has a diverse population with a significant executive and professional workforce and a moderate child poverty rate.
College Student Friendly — Ranks highly as a college student friendly neighborhood with amenities catering to students.
| Executive/Professional Occupation Share | 50.9% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Occupation Share | 50.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Armenian Ancestry | 54.7% |
| Iranian Ancestry | 1.0% |
| Foreign Born | 61.3% |
| Top Languages | ["English (21.3%)","Spanish","Tagalog","Russian (2.0%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, primarily driving alone, with some walking and carpooling.
Citrus Grove West features typical urban commuting with a majority driving alone and some walking.
Moderate Commutes — 33.9% commute 30-45 minutes, near national average.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling and walking.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.4% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing mix in Citrus Grove West?
Mostly small apartments and high-rise complexes with a very high renter occupancy of 91.6%.
Is Citrus Grove West diverse?
Yes, it has a large Armenian ancestry population and a high foreign-born rate.