Leimert Park

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Leimert Park, CA

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An up-and-coming suburb of Los Angeles

Urban Family-Friendly Park-Like Diverse Suburban

Leimert Park is best known for its beautiful Spanish-style homes along tree-lined streets, boasting manicured lawns and paved sidewalks. This densely populated suburb offers an urban feel, located just seven miles southwest of Downtown Los Angeles. Many residents of Leimert Park travel farther into the city for work and leisure. Excellent public and private schools are available in Leimert Park, along with neighborhood parks, chain dining options, department stores, supermarkets, and movie theaters. Residents of Leimert Park have unbeatable access to the Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, a 308-acre park with a Japanese garden, a workout course, athletic fields, and scenic nature trails. Adjacent to this bustling neighborhood is the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and LA Memorial Coliseum.

Transportation

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Walker's Paradise

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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

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Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

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Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area
  • Natural History Museum of LA County
  • California Science Center
  • Exposition Park Rose Garden
  • La Brea Tar Pits

Airports

  • Los Angeles International
  • Bob Hope

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