Silver Lake Southwest, Los Angeles
Is Silver Lake Southwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9150
Medium6184
Low6588
Other12792
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
$1,455,559
Average Rent
$3,372
Vacancy Rate
10.1%
Overview of Silver Lake Southwest
Silver Lake Southwest is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a high population density and walkability ranking in the top 5% nationally.
The neighborhood features a mix of small to medium apartment buildings and single-family homes, many historic, with a vacancy rate of 10.1%.
Residents speak diverse languages including English, Spanish, and Tagalog, with 30.6% born outside the U.S.
The neighborhood is upper-middle income with a notable presence of college students and a low childhood poverty rate.
Densely UrbanWalkableUpper-Middle IncomeCollege Friendly
Quick Facts
| College Friendly Rank | Top 9.4% in California |
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Housing market and real estate character
Silver Lake Southwest's housing market includes small to medium apartment buildings and historic homes, with a high renter occupancy and above-average vacancy.
| Renter Occupied | Majority of residences |
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What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood is densely populated and highly walkable, supporting urban lifestyles.
Housing includes small to medium apartments and historic single-family homes.
Vacancy is higher than average, which may reflect market dynamics or new supply.
Families & Lifestyle
Silver Lake Southwest is known for its diverse community, college-friendly environment, and active lifestyle.
College Friendly — The neighborhood ranks in the top 9.4% in California for college student friendliness.
Diverse and Walkable — A mix of languages and cultures with a highly walkable urban setting.
| Executive, Management & Professional Employment | 46.6% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 98.2% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 46.6% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| Upper-Middle Income | Higher income than 65.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| English Speakers | 54.2% |
| Tagalog Speakers | 4.5% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 30.6% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican (27.5%), Asian (14.1%), English (7.3%), Irish (7.0%), German (6.8%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a majority driving alone to work and some carpooling or using the bus.
Silver Lake Southwest offers a walkable environment with mostly short commutes and diverse transit options.
Walkability — Top 5% nationally supports walking and transit use.
Short Commutes — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
Car Use and Transit — Driving alone is common, with carpooling and bus use also present.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (29.2%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 55.8% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.3% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 5.7% |
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 Silver Lake Southwest?
The median home price is $1,455,559, more expensive than 80.9% of California neighborhoods.
How walkable is Silver Lake Southwest?
It ranks among the top 5% of American neighborhoods for walkability.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 54.2% of households, with Spanish and Tagalog also common.