Robinson St / Descanso Dr
Is Robinson St / Descanso Dr a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9129
Medium6159
Low6576
Other12784
219 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape64
Child involved155
Assault33
Other13
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 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, units are responding Code 3 to a reported traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle near 3rd Street and Sycamore Avenue in Los Angeles. | S Sycamore Ave & W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036 | Traffic |
| 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, radio traffic reports a possible crash involving a vehicle and a motorcyclist near 3rd Street and Sycamore Avenue, with a traffic unit requested to respond with lights and sirens. | S Sycamore Ave & W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcyclist was reported near South Sycamore Avenue and West 3rd Street in Los Angeles. | S Sycamore Ave & W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to multiple reported rubbish fires along Broadway near Thomas, Gates, and Griffin in Los Angeles. Additional units are dispatched to assist with a possible third fire at Broadway and Griffin. | N Griffin Ave & N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female with mental illness was reported near Marathon Street. The caller later advised that the subject left the location and the ambulance was cancelled. | Marathon St, Los Angeles, CA 90026 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,345,895
Average Rent
$3,301
Vacancy Rate
10.6%
Overview
Robinson St / Descanso Dr is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a median home price of $1,345,895, higher than 77.7% of California neighborhoods.
The neighborhood is highly walkable and notable for its diverse ancestry and languages, including a significant Korean-speaking population.
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Quick Facts
| Population Density | Densely urban |
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Housing market and real estate character
Robinson St / Descanso Dr features small to medium apartments and single-family homes, mostly renter occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940, some between 1940-1969 |
| Vacancy Rate | 10.6% |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences date back to before 1940, offering historic charm.
Vacancy rate is above average, indicating possible weak demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a notable concentration of same-sex couples and a diverse community.
Walkable Urban Living — Among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods in America.
| Same-Sex Partner Households | More than 1.7% |
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Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 59.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 31.1% |
| Asian Ancestry | 10.4% |
| Canadian Ancestry | 1.8% |
| Scots-Irish Ancestry | 4.7% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 24.4% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a majority commuting 15 to 30 minutes.
Commute patterns show a car-dependent neighborhood with relatively short travel times.
Car Ownership — Majority drive alone, indicating reliance on private vehicles.
Public Transit Use — Bus usage is present but less common than driving.
Commute Duration — Most residents have shorter commutes compared to national averages.
| Drive Alone Rate | 59.9% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 12.1% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 6.3% |
| Main Commute Range | 15 to 30 minutes (42.2% of commuters) |
Homes for sale near 90026
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$3,900,000
14 bd | 23 ba | 16,401 sqft
320 N Mountain View Ave
Los Angeles, CA, 90026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Robinson St / Descanso Dr?
The median home price is $1,345,895, higher than 77.7% of California neighborhoods.
How walkable is Robinson St / Descanso Dr?
It ranks among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods in America.
What languages are commonly spoken here?
English is spoken by 65.1% of households, with Spanish, Italian, and Tagalog also common.