Los Angeles, CA

Mid City West

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Buy:
$449K - $15M
For Sale on Trulia:
179 homes
Rent:
$1.3K - $100K
For Rent on Trulia:
1086 homes
To Downtown Los Angeles:
25 minutes
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What Locals Say about Mid City West

At least 529 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

  • 20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ross Thomas Boyd
    "My neighborhood is superb for access to almost everywhere. Centrally positioned you’re close to the Hills the sea and downtown "
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  • Stefano Mongardi
    "I’ve been living here for almost 10 years. This neighborhood is walkable and accessible to different venue "
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  • Eduardo
    "It’s a walkable area with restaurant’s, coffee shops and groceries stores in walking distance. It’s safe"
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  • Eduardo
    "It’s walkable with shopping, dinning options. Great school district with a lot of families in the neighborhood "
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  • Sipenat1
    "I’ve been living in this neighborhood for years. Friendly and fairly quiet neighborhood. Per friendly. School near by. A lot of places to walk too "
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  • Krista R. Dollar
    "Lots of dogs and sidewalks to walk on. Close to houses and nice neighborhoods to walk through. Expensive to live here though. "
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  • R Titus
    "My neighborhood is one of the most walkable in the city. But its a driving neighborhood if you work in LA or downtown"
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  • anthonychirco
    "Great hood - like a peaceful bubble in the midst of a lot chaotic and busy streets. Very convenient and practical. I’ve been here 7 years and can see 7 more "
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  • Cosy Corner
    "They are nice , kind cared people and there are a lot of shopping center here which makes traffic around neighborhood"
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  • Mgoodwin.wjc
    "Eh it’s not great. Lots of cars. Slow moving commute Good for some people I suppose but not me. But it is central. "
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  • Trulia User
    "All seasonal area family friendly and the night life is fantastic. People are polite and friendly. food market plenty full "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s good to raise children there at the facility. I would highly recommend living in this area because it’s so great"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’m new to the area and am not familiar enough to know about community events. The area I live is a managed community that offers events to residents only."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone has dogs! We like meeting all the other dogs and their people! The neighbors are friendly and talkative and the residences are pleasant to view. Also, there are several off leash parks nearby."
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive to get to most places in the neighborhood. There are a few places in walking distance that I can access. There is a lot within a 5-10 min drive."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are not a lot of young children. For young families Barnaby Woods in DC is the absolute best place to live!! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Outdoor movie theater, shopping, restaurant, parks, museums, coffee shops and more… schools, architecture "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everywhere is dog friendly to include stores and outdoor seating restaurants !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Ok neighborhood surrounded by Beverly Hills and West Hollywood. One large park (La Cienega) within walking distance. Trader Joe’s, Target and Beverly Center all within walking distance. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the groove nice place to shop lots of stores walk around enjoy a nice evening kid friendly. they have the cars museum walking distance close "
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  • Trulia User
    "Super central and great old school LA apartments/houses! Also it’s generally a younger neighborhood. Lots of good bars too!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Mid city is close to the freeway. Mid city is relatively cheap. Mid city is a good place to live if you are young and single. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Hollywood is pretty dangerous and dirty but there are pockets in the surrounding areas. Three blocks any direction can make a huge difference. Join your neighborhood app group. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very close to some of the best shopping in the city. Just minutes from The Grove, about 10 min from Rodeo drive in Beverly Hills and about 15 min fro Century City mall"
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  • Trulia User
    "People walking their dogs and clean after them respectfully . Very safe neighborhood at all times. Homes are very clean and gardens well taken care"
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a Great neighborhood. Love it centrally located near all the shops and restaurants. Neighbors are friendly and courteous. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Many shops, restaurants, services exist in walking distance. The area is pretty safe and very well maintained. I enjoy living here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Just be careful for homeless people anywhere but that’s LA not just this city But if you are looking for a walkable neighborhood this is full of places to check "
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  • Trulia User
    "Super central and great neighbors! Can’t wait for purple line, so getting around will be even easier without a car!"
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  • Abraham J. P.
    "Great neighborhood for dog owners and clean healthy diet. Mostly Clean street. Parking is problematic. "
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  • Efragos85
    "The local business, the history of the neighborhood and the proximity of all the city’s attractions "
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  • Sharath D.
    "Great place for family. Good for walking, running. All restaurants and bars close. No car required. "
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  • Sara R.
    "I work from home Or am on the road in Europe. Traffic can be bad during business hours. Overall central and great location "
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  • Selamdafla
    "Rush hour traffic is heavy on Fairfax, LaBrea and Highland N-S and going E-W on Olympic Pico and Venice. No highways cut across N-S though."
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  • Sitrick
    "Fairfax flea market is fun and nearby! Lots of dogs getting walked always too. Everyone has been friendly."
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  • Jesse B.
    "Shabbat Dinners. Perfect area for any orthodox Jewish family, young couples or singles! I love the community and everyone around here!!"
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  • Maryflaven
    "lovely safe and friendly. neighbors are great. will visit again. love carthy circle. will visit again "
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  • Tmuroki
    "The Melrose Trading post every Sunday at Fairfax High School. Great deals and finds can be found. "
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  • George
    "Lots of other dog owners are always walking around the area. There are dog parks but not that near so you may have to drive "
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  • Josephine M.
    "neighbors don't talk to each other. Everyone just ignores you like they can t see you. yadaffa yada ya"
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