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Is W 43rd St / S Kansas Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe10572

Medium7851

Low8148

Other15320

385 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape128

Child involved256

Assault50

Other25

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, a potential medical emergency involving an ambulance battery call with a suspect near West Vernon Avenue with fire department staging nearby.	W Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a report of a man standing in the intersection near Olympic Boulevard and Soto Street. The man was described as thin, with a dark complexion, wearing a black hat and dark clothing.	E Olympic Blvd & S Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90023	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an incident was reported at the Magic Carpet Motel near W Century Blvd, room 133. Suspect described as a 16-year-old Black female wearing a beige shirt and beige shorts.	W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery at a motel on West Century Boulevard in Los Angeles. The suspect is described as a teenage girl wearing a beige shirt and beige shorts.	W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003	Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a report of possible child abuse at an apartment near Hillcrest Dr. A 16-year-old male is mentioned in the dispatch; the suspect description is unclear from the audio (appears to reference a Black female, but wording conflicts).	Hillcrest Dr d, Los Angeles, CA 90008	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports that street and trail lights are out along Florence Avenue between Normandie Avenue and Vermont Avenue, and that utility crews are reportedly working in the area.	Normandie Ave & W Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047	Road Closure
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop near Alvarado Street and 8th Street, with units also checking the area around 6th Street and Alvarado.	W 8th St & S Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90057	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible rubbish fire near the intersection of Broadway and Valley Street in Los Angeles.	Valley St, Los Angeles, CA 90057	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported traffic collision near West Vernon Avenue involving a rescue vehicle and a motorcycle.	This is a hostel, 522 W Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a missing adult last seen near McKinley Avenue in Los Angeles. The person was last seen on July 16 around 8:30 a.m. and is reported to have mental health conditions and to be off prescribed medication.	McKinley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001	Missing Person

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Median Home Price

$897,857

Average Rent

$2,434

Vacancy Rate

9.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

W 43rd St / S Kansas Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a median home price of $897,857 and average rent of $2,434. It features a mix of small to medium apartment complexes and single-family homes, many built before 1940.

The neighborhood is highly walkable and has one of the highest renter occupancy rates in the U.S. It has a diverse community with a majority Spanish-speaking population and a significant share of single mother households.

Dense UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyWalkableDiverse Community

Quick Facts

Renter Occupancy	85.4%

Housing market and real estate character

W 43rd St / S Kansas Ave's housing stock is primarily small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a high renter occupancy rate and moderate vacancy.

Renter Occupied	85.4%
Vacancy Rate	9.1%
Housing Age	Many built before 1940, some between 1940-1969
Housing Type	Small to medium apartments and single-family homes

What buyers will notice right away

Most residences are renter occupied, indicating a rental-focused market.

Many homes were built before 1940, reflecting a historic character.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a high concentration of single mother households and a diverse occupational mix.

Diverse Occupations — 33.8% in manufacturing/labor, 31.1% in sales/service, 22.1% in executive/professional roles.

Single Mother Households	Higher than 98.9% of U.S. neighborhoods

Demographics

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Spanish Speakers	76.8%
Foreign Born	49.2%
Most Common Ancestry	Mexican (38.8%)

Commute

Most residents drive alone, with a significant share using the bus or carpooling. Commute times tend to be longer than average.

W 43rd St / S Kansas Ave features a longer commute with diverse transportation modes.

High Bus Usage — Bus ridership is higher than 97% of U.S. neighborhoods.

Long Commute Times — Most residents spend 45-60 minutes commuting one-way.

Drive Alone	68.1%
Bus Commute	13.7%
Carpool	13.3%
Typical Commute Time	45 to 60 minutes

Homes for sale near 90037

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$749,000

3 bd | 1 ba | 1,218 sqft

4239 S Raymond Ave

Los Angeles, CA, 90037