Downtown Los Angeles South
Is Downtown Los Angeles South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9268
Medium6580
Low6972
Other13306
282 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape91
Child involved198
Assault33
Other11
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, a female with a possible mental health issue was reported near North Evergreen. Dispatch mentioned several codes, but the exact nature of the police complaint is unclear. | N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, deputies conducted a traffic stop on a suspected stolen Dodge Durango after a plate check on eastbound I-10 near Fremont. The vehicle eventually stopped near Peckham and Mednik in East Los Angeles, and units reported the situation was under control. | S Mednik Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90022 | Traffic |
| 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 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person requiring advanced life support was reported near East First Street and North Alameda Avenue in Los Angeles. Highway patrol is on scene. | 1st St & N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received information about a reported missing adult last seen near McKinley Avenue in Los Angeles on July 16 around 8:30 a.m., described as a man with mental health conditions who is not taking prescribed medication. | McKinley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001 | Missing Person |
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Median Home Price
$864,728
Average Rent
$2,620
Vacancy Rate
14%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Downtown Los Angeles South is a suburban neighborhood with a median home price of $864,728, higher than 45.0% of California neighborhoods.
The area features mostly small to medium apartments and historic homes, with a high vacancy rate of 14.0%.
SuburbanHistoric HomesMostly Renter Occupied
Quick Facts
| Historic Homes | 67.3% built 1939 or earlier |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by small apartments and high-rise complexes with a high renter occupancy rate and a large share of historic homes.
| Renter Occupied | 86.6% |
|---|---|
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or less) | 98.4% |
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rises | 97.4% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied with very few owner-occupied homes.
Vacancies are well above average, possibly indicating weak demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high share of residents living alone and a significant rate of children in poverty.
Historic Urban Living — High concentration of historic homes and a large share of residents living alone.
| Residents Living Alone | 68.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 66.2% |
| Work From Home | 31.0% |
Demographics
| Adults without 4-year Degree | |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | |
| Child Poverty Rate | 66.2 |
| English Speakers | 57.0% |
| Spanish and Korean Speakers | Significant minorities |
| Mexican Ancestry | 18.7% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 29.2% |
Commute
Residents use diverse commute modes including biking, walking, and working from home at high rates.
Downtown Los Angeles South offers a variety of commute options including high rates of walking, biking, and working from home.
Active Commutes — Walking and biking rates are among the highest nationally.
Work From Home — Nearly one-third of residents work from home.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone | 26.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 14.0% |
| Walk to Work | 13.5% |
| Bike to Work | 5.1% |
| Work From Home | 31.0% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 90021
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$2,399,000
1 bd | 2 ba | 2,405 sqft
1850 Industrial St APT 708
Los Angeles, CA, 90021
$1,849,000
1 bd | 2 ba | 1,780 sqft
1850 Industrial St APT 211
Los Angeles, CA, 90021
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $864,728.
What is the average rent?
Average rent is $2,620, lower than 75.1% of California neighborhoods.
How historic is the housing stock?
67.3% of homes were built in 1939 or earlier.
What are common commute methods?
Many residents walk, bike, or work from home, with lower drive-alone rates.