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Cypress Park
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Rent in Cypress Park
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How Cypress Park scores for you
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Cypress Park is a densely populated neighborhood in Northeast Los Angeles, nestled in a valley between the Los Angeles River and the Arroyo Seco. With over 10,000 residents, it has a strong urban character and sits surrounded by hills on three sides. The neighborhood is home to Rio de Los Angeles State Park and the LA River Bike Path, offering outdoor recreation within its compact footprint.
The area has a walkable street grid where you can handle most daily errands on foot, ranking 25th of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability. It's more built-up than average (denser than 60% of LA), with minimal tree cover and a concrete-heavy streetscape. Cypress Park has direct Metro A Line access at Heritage Square/Arroyo Station and Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park Station, though the neighborhood's overall transit score is below LA average.
Living here
Day-to-day life centers on a tight network of local spots. You'll find about 2 restaurants, 1.5 coffee shops, and 1 grocery within a short walk of most blocks. The restaurant scene leans toward taquerias and casual spots like Génesis Restaurante and Cypress Best Burgers. Most routine errands are walkable, though options are fewer than in more established commercial corridors.
Traffic here is moderate and ranks well relative to LA, sitting 13th of 114 neighborhoods. Air quality shows moderate diesel PM exposure at the 63rd percentile statewide, typical for an urban Northeast LA location. The lack of tree canopy (4.4% vs 6% LA average) means limited shade on hot days, a real consideration for anyone who walks regularly.
Who it's for
Cypress Park works best for renters who value walkability and don't mind a sparse, functional neighborhood feel. It suits people who commute via the A Line, work nearby, or are willing to drive for work despite having transit access. The affordability relative to rent asked today (about $2,759 for a new lease) positions it for budget-conscious renters, though current residents pay less due to long-term leases. It's less ideal if you want vibrant commercial streets, abundant dining, or tree-lined blocks.
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: moderate traffic exposure, below the state median.
Traffic proximity here is better than average for California.
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 Cypress Park, 2 more nearby.
Who lives in Cypress Park
Population
6,821
Renters
62%
of households rent
Median age
37
Median income
$66k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Cypress Park
3 public schools sit inside this area · 3 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aragon Avenue Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 29% | 35% |
| Loreto Street Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 42% | 33% |
| Florence Nightingale Middle Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 45% | 35% |
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 Cypress Park
Lupita's Market
1802 Roasters · Cafe Antonietta · Starbucks
Cypress Best Burgers · Génesis Restaurante & Pupuseria · King Taco · King Taco (addition)
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What the census says about Cypress Park
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Cypress Park; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 36 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 76%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1946
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 21%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 4%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 88%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 51%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 2 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 945
- total housing units
Averaged across 2 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the rent like in Cypress Park?+
New leases average about $2,759/month as of May 2026, rising 2.7% year-over-year. That ranks 34th of 114 LA neighborhoods, slightly below the LA median. Current residents pay a median of $1,641, but that figure includes rent-stabilized and long-term tenants; budget from the asking rent if you're moving in.
Can I get around without a car?+
Most daily errands can be done on foot, and the Metro A Line runs through the neighborhood at Heritage Square/Arroyo Station and Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park Station. However, transit access overall ranks 62nd of 114 LA neighborhoods, so a car is strongly recommended for anything beyond walkable radius or A Line routes.
What's the neighborhood vibe like?+
Cypress Park is a compact, urban, and densely built neighborhood with a working-class character. The LA River Bike Path and Rio de Los Angeles State Park offer outdoor space, but the area has very limited tree cover and a concrete-heavy streetscape. It's quieter and less commercial than central LA neighborhoods, with a neighborhood-serving (rather than destination) restaurant and retail scene.
How's the air quality and traffic?+
Traffic exposure is moderate and below the state median (ranks 13th of 114 neighborhoods), so driving conditions are reasonable. Air quality shows moderate diesel PM exposure, typical for urban Northeast LA. Tree canopy is minimal at 4.4%, so you'll feel heat and air pollution more directly on the street.
Is Cypress Park walkable?+
Cypress Park ranks #32 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, most daily errands can be done on foot.
What is the average rent in Cypress Park?+
A new lease in Cypress Park typically asks around $2,759 per month (Zillow Observed Rent Index, all unit sizes blended). Current residents pay a median of about $1,641 (Census ACS), which includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants, so expect asking prices closer to the first number.
Does Cypress Park have Metro rail access?+
Yes. Cypress Park has 1 Metro rail station within its boundary (Heritage Square / Arroyo), served by the Metro A Line.
How is the air quality in Cypress Park?+
Cypress Park has moderate diesel PM exposure for California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 63 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Cypress Park?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Cypress Park are Florence-Graham, Vermont Knolls, Florence and South Park.