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Vermont-Slauson
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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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Vermont-Slauson is a 1.44-square-mile neighborhood in South Los Angeles with a straightforward, urban character. It ranks in the top tier of LA neighborhoods for affordability, with new leases averaging about $2,386 a month, ranking 10th most affordable across the city. The area is dense and walkable enough for daily errands, though you will need a car for most trips.
The neighborhood sits on a major commercial corridor with frequent vehicle traffic and limited tree canopy, creating a utilitarian feel. Air quality here is moderate by California standards, ranking 64th of 114 LA neighborhoods. What you get in return for these tradeoffs is straightforward housing that won't strain your budget and a neighborhood where you can walk to grocers and restaurants on foot.
Living here
Day-to-day life in Vermont-Slauson centers on what you can walk to. About four restaurants and one grocery store are within a short walk, including options like Superior Grocers and El Super for everyday shopping. There is one small park nearby, Hoover-Gage Park, though the overall lack of tree cover means summers feel hot and exposed. Traffic is heavy along the main corridors, ranking in the top 20 percent for congestion across LA.
You will need a car to get most places. Public transit access is minimal, with no Metro rail stations nearby, making a vehicle strongly recommended for commuting or weekend trips. The neighborhood is practical and unpretentious, oriented toward working residents who prioritize affordable rent over amenities or aesthetic polish.
Who it's for
Vermont-Slauson works best for renters prioritizing affordability and proximity to South LA jobs or family, and who are comfortable with a car-dependent, urban streetscape. It suits people working in adjacent areas like Vernon or Long Beach, or those seeking stable, low-cost housing without expecting walkable charm or abundant green space. If you need below-average rent and accept high traffic and sparse tree cover as the tradeoff, this is a practical choice.
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: high traffic corridor exposure.
This area is near major traffic corridors, linked to higher noise levels, diesel PM, and reduced street-level comfort.
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: walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
A mixed walkability area. Good for quick trips on foot, but some destinations will require driving or transit.
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.
Who lives in Vermont-Slauson
Population
25,035
Renters
63%
of households rent
Median age
32
Median income
$57k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Vermont-Slauson
6 public schools sit inside this area · 6 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budlong Avenue Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 25% | 25% |
| Gerald A. Lawson Academy of the Arts, Mathematics and Science Elementary | K-6 | 26% | 16% |
| Gil Garcetti Learning Academy Elementary | K-6 | 40% | 37% |
| John Muir Middle Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 25% | 15% |
| KIPP Scholar AcademyCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 5-8 | 37% | 23% |
| Augustus Hawkins High High School | 9-12 | 34% | 21% |
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 Vermont-Slauson
El Super · Superior Grocers
Burger King · Church's Chicken · Domino's · El Pollo Loco
Hoover-Gage Park
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What the census says about Vermont-Slauson
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Vermont-Slauson; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 37 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 74%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1954
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 21%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 5%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 89%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 42%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 2 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 1,944
- total housing units
Averaged across 5 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
Vermont-Slauson in the regional index
How Vermont-Slauson places when every neighborhood in LA and Orange County is scored the same way.
- Where home prices go furthest
Ranks #5 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Cheap rent without needing a car
Ranks #11 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Where rent goes furthest
Ranks #12 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vermont-Slauson walkable?+
It is walkable for some errands. You can reach groceries and restaurants on foot, but most trips require a car. The neighborhood ranks 60th of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability, slightly below city average.
What is transit access like?+
Transit access is minimal. There are no Metro rail stations nearby, so you will need a car to commute or get around. The area ranks 45th of 114 for transit access.
How much does rent cost here?+
New leases average about $2,386 per month, making Vermont-Slauson the 10th most affordable neighborhood in LA. Current residents pay a median of $1,386, but that reflects long-term and stabilized tenants; budget from the asking rent if you are moving in.
What is the air quality like?+
Air quality is moderate, with moderate diesel particulate matter exposure typical for South LA. The neighborhood ranks 64th of 114 LA neighborhoods for air quality, slightly above the city median.
What is the average rent in Vermont-Slauson?+
A new lease in Vermont-Slauson typically asks around $2,386 per month (Zillow Observed Rent Index, all unit sizes blended). Current residents pay a median of about $1,386 (Census ACS), which includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants, so expect asking prices closer to the first number.
How is the air quality in Vermont-Slauson?+
Vermont-Slauson 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 Vermont-Slauson?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Vermont-Slauson are Huntington Park, Florence, Vermont Knolls and South Park.