S Grand Ave / W 43rd St Neighborhood
Is S Grand Ave / W 43rd St 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
$786,972
Average Rent
$2,411
Vacancy Rate
3.7%
Overview of S Grand Ave / W 43rd St
S Grand Ave / W 43rd St is a densely urban Los Angeles neighborhood with a median home price of $786,972.
The area features historic small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with a very high renter occupancy rate.
Historic HomesHigh Renter OccupancyHighly WalkableDensely Urban
Quick Facts
| Renter Occupancy | 85.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with a very low vacancy rate and high renter occupancy.
| Renter Occupied | 85.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Built mostly before 1940 and 1940-1969 |
| Vacancy Rate | 3.7% |
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences date back to before 1940, reflecting a historic character.
High renter occupancy and low vacancies indicate strong demand.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high concentration of manufacturing workers and a notable rate of single mother households.
Industrial Workforce — Nearly half the working population is employed in manufacturing or labor.
Family Structure — Single mother households are more common here than in most neighborhoods.
| Manufacturing & Laborer Jobs | 48.5% |
|---|---|
| Single Mother Households | 17.5% |
Demographics
| Adults Without 4-Year Degree | 95.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower than 74.8% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Spanish Speakers | 89.7% |
| Foreign Born | 51.7% |
| Top Ancestry | Mexican (57.3%) |
Commute
Residents have average commute times with a high share driving alone, carpooling, and bus riding.
S Grand Ave / W 43rd St offers diverse commute options with notable bus and bike ridership.
Average Commute Length — Most residents commute 30-45 minutes one way.
Alternative Transport — High bus and bicycle commuting rates stand out.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 53.4% |
| Carpool | 20.7% |
| Bus Commute | 14.4% |
| Bike Commute | 4.8% |
Homes for sale near 90037
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$888,000
8 bd | 4 ba | 3,896 sqft
850 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA, 90037
$1,349,000
23 bd | 23 ba | 13,294 sqft
1234 W Martin Luther King Blvd #Jr
Los Angeles, CA, 90037
$999,000
5 bd | 4 ba | 1 sqft
1307 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA, 90037
$850,000
7 bd | 3 ba | 1,720 sqft
1248 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA, 90037
$1,250,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 2,713 sqft
1244 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA, 90037
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in S Grand Ave / W 43rd St?
The median home price is $786,972.
How walkable is this neighborhood?
It ranks among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods in the U.S.
What languages are commonly spoken?
Spanish is spoken by 89.7% of households, with English spoken by 7.1%.