Los Angeles neighborhood guide

Beverly Grove

Walkability
Walker's paradise
#4 of 346 LA neighborhoods
Transit
Minimal transit
#209 of 346 LA neighborhoods
Air quality
Below average
#211 of 344 LA neighborhoods
Road traffic
Busy roads
#231 of 343 LA neighborhoods
Tree cover
Sparse trees
#274 of 332 LA neighborhoods

Vertical tick marks the LA neighborhood median.

Rent in Beverly Grove

Asking rent (new lease)
$3,338/mo-1.1% past year
Jun 2024May 2026: $3,338May 2026
Zillow Observed Rent Index, May 2026, all unit sizes blended
What residents pay$2,261/mo
Studio $2,0521 bed $2,1692 bed $2,8893 bed $3,501
Census ACS median, includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants · #191 lowest of 340
Income to comfortably afford$133,520/yrKeeps the typical asking rent ($3,338/mo) at the recommended 30% of income.For context, that rent is about 34%of the area's median household income ($119,418/yr) — a sign that market-rate rent runs above the 30% guideline for many locals here.

Why two numbers? Long-term tenants (often in rent-stabilized units) pay less than today's asking prices. Budget from the asking rent, not the resident median.

Rent control: City of Los Angeleshas a Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Most buildings first occupied before October 1978 limit annual increases for sitting tenants; newer buildings at least 15 years old fall under California's statewide cap (AB 1482). Check a specific address with the LA Housing Department's ZIMAS tool before signing.

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How Beverly Grove scores for you

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Beverly Grove is a walkable, residential neighborhood nestled between Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, known for its tree-lined streets and proximity to some of LA's most vibrant commercial areas. The neighborhood draws professionals and families with higher incomes, reflecting the broader character of the Mid-City West region.

Day-to-day life centers on the Fairfax corridor, where you'll find independent coffee shops, restaurants, and local groceries within a short walk. Most errands are doable on foot, though you'll feel the tradeoffs that come with being close to busy commercial zones: traffic is above-average, tree cover is sparse, and air quality sits at moderate levels for the region.

Living here

Beverly Grove feels more residential than its flashier neighbors, with a genuine local feel despite high property values and median household incomes near the county's highest. You can accomplish most daily tasks without a car, with about 13 restaurants, 2-3 coffee shops, and 3 parks within a short walk. The Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega Metro D Line stations sit right at the neighborhood boundary, though transit remains limited overall and a car is still strongly recommended for most renters.

The tradeoff is density and environmental conditions. Tree cover is minimal at under 2 percent, and you're on an above-average traffic corridor with moderate diesel PM exposure. The neighborhood is louder and more concrete-heavy than quieter LA enclaves, but the walkability and amenity density rank in the top 15 percent of LA neighborhoods, making it a genuine option if you want to minimize car use.

Who it's for

Beverly Grove suits renters who value walkability and access to restaurants and shops over car-free living or green space. It works for young professionals, couples, and established families who can absorb asking rents around $3,338 for new leases (down about 1 percent year-over-year as of May 2026) and don't mind above-average traffic noise in exchange for being able to walk to most errands. If you need a quiet, tree-filled neighborhood or affordable rent, this is not the place.

Environment & livability

Air quality: moderate diesel PM exposure for California.

Above the state median, linked to mild long-term respiratory risk in some studies. Worth considering for sensitive households.

Traffic exposure: above-average traffic corridor exposure.

Higher traffic proximity correlates with elevated noise, diesel emissions, and reduced pedestrian comfort on nearby streets.

Tree cover: very limited tree cover, predominantly concrete.

Low canopy areas tend to run hotter and feel more exposed. Research links tree cover to lower ambient temperatures and improved pedestrian comfort.

Walkability: most daily errands can be done on foot.

High intersection density and destination access. The kind of area where a car is optional for daily life.

Transit: minimal transit access, car strongly recommended.

Very infrequent or no meaningful transit nearby. Car dependency is high in this area.

Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.

Metro rail

1 station inside Beverly Grove, 1 more nearby.

Wilshire / Fairfax
D Linein the neighborhood
Wilshire / La Cienega
D Line0.2 km away

Who lives in Beverly Grove

Population

17,594

Renters

70%

of households rent

Median age

39

Median income

$119k

per household

Census ACS 5-year estimates.

Schools in Beverly Grove

2 public schools sit inside this area · 2 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.

SchoolGradesEnglishMath
Fairfax Senior High
High School
9-1254%23%
Whitman Continuation
High School
9-1227%23%

Source: California Dept. of Education (directory) and CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2025. We publish these figures as the state reports them and show the same table for every neighborhood. Saktoo does not rate schools, and school data is never part of a neighborhood match score. Attendance boundaries change — confirm the assigned school with the district before relying on it.

Around Beverly Grove

Groceries

Trader Joe's

Coffee

Bluestone Lane Coffee · Cofax Coffee Fairfax · Commissary · Corner Bakery

Restaurants

AOC · Araya's Place (Thai vagan) · Bacari W 3rd · Backyard Bowls

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What the census says about Beverly Grove

Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Beverly Grove; none of them feed the scores above.

Typical commute
29 min
one way, residents who work
Settled households
61%
moved in before 2018
Housing built
~1954
average year of construction
Above 1 per room
1%
a measure of housing pressure
Vacant units
11%
of all housing units
Broadband
95%
of households subscribe
Detached houses
19%
the rest are attached or apartments
Typical size
2 bed
median across all homes here
Homes here
2,440
total housing units

Averaged across 4 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.

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Finding a place in Beverly Grove

Typical rent benchmark
Studio $2,4931 bed $2,7842 bed $3,4753 bed $4,406
HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent, FY2026 · ZIP 90048, 90046, 90069. A federal rent benchmark for the area, not a specific listing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Beverly Grove walkable?+

Yes, it ranks 5th of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability. Most daily errands can be done on foot, with about 13 restaurants, 3 parks, and 2-3 coffee shops within a short walk. Grocery options are more limited, but Trader Joe's is accessible.

Do I need a car in Beverly Grove?+

A car is strongly recommended. While the Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega Metro D Line stations are at the neighborhood boundary, overall transit access is minimal. You can handle errands on foot, but getting around LA beyond the neighborhood typically requires a car.

What does rent cost here?+

New leases run about $3,338 as of May 2026, significantly above the LA median of $1,944. Current residents pay a median of $2,261 (a lower figure because it includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants). Budget from the asking rent of $3,338 if you're moving here now.

Is the air quality and noise level good?+

No. Air quality ranks 63rd of 114 neighborhoods with moderate diesel PM exposure, and traffic exposure is above average (63rd of 114). Tree cover is very limited at under 2 percent, so the neighborhood feels concrete-heavy and lacks the buffer quieter areas have.

What is the average rent in Beverly Grove?+

A new lease in Beverly Grove typically asks around $3,338 per month (Zillow Observed Rent Index, all unit sizes blended). Current residents pay a median of about $2,261 (Census ACS), which includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants, so expect asking prices closer to the first number.

Does Beverly Grove have Metro rail access?+

Yes. Beverly Grove has 1 Metro rail station within its boundary (Wilshire / Fairfax), served by the Metro D Line.

How is the air quality in Beverly Grove?+

Beverly Grove has moderate diesel PM exposure for California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 61 of 100, lower is cleaner).

Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Beverly Grove?+

Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Beverly Grove are Fairfax, Venice, Redondo Beach and Del Rey.