Is Lemay St / Columbus Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
209 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, officers were dispatched code 2 to a reported disturbance inside a business on Van Nuys Boulevard near a coffee shop, involving an adult man described as wearing a gray shirt and gray sweatpants. | Van Nuys Blvd, Panorama City, CA 91402 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91601 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are on a traffic stop on Sepulveda Place south of Roscoe Boulevard, where a unit requested an additional unit and a supervisor, and nearby units were asked to meet them. | Roscoe Blvd & Sepulveda Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91343 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible domestic violence suspect call near Roscoe Boulevard in Los Angeles, with units reportedly en route to the location. | Roscoe Blvd, Los Angeles, CA | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported battery at a bar on Ventura Boulevard involving a man in his late twenties. The suspect, described as wearing (description withheld) and no shirt, was later taken into custody. | Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA | Assault Report |
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Overview
Lemay St / Columbus Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a median home price of $1,428,987, more expensive than most California neighborhoods.
The area is primarily renter-occupied with 84.3% of homes rented and a vacancy rate of 3.5%, indicating strong demand.
This neighborhood has a notable concentration of same-sex couples and unique cultural groups including Danish and Iranian ancestries.
Spanish is the most common language, followed by English and Russian, with a significant portion of residents born outside the U.S.
Quick Facts
| Same-Sex Couples | >2.0% residents |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Lemay St / Columbus Ave features predominantly rental housing with a moderate vacancy rate and strong demand.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 84.3% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1970-1999 and some 1940-1969 |
| Housing Types | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood stands out for its high concentration of same-sex couples and a strong sales and service workforce.
| Same-Sex Couples | >2.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 43.4% |
Demographics
| Sales & Service Occupation | 62.7% |
|---|---|
| Spanish Speakers | 58.4% |
| English Speakers | 35.0% |
| Danish Ancestry | 4.8% |
| Iranian Ancestry | 1.4% |
Commute
Residents mostly drive alone with some bus and carpool use; commute times are average to slightly above average.
Lemay St / Columbus Ave residents rely heavily on driving alone, with moderate public transit use.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 71.3% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 6.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 5.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lemay St / Columbus Ave mostly rental or owner-occupied?
It is predominantly renter-occupied with 84.3% rentals.
What unique cultural groups live here?
Notable Danish and Iranian ancestry populations.