1731- 1735 -1741 -1745 W. 120th St
1731-1735 W 120th St,
Los Angeles, CA 90047
$1,895 - $2,095 | 1-2 Beds
West Athens
Los Angeles, CA
West Athens - Los Angeles, CA
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
Located about 12 miles south of downtown Los Angeles, West Athens has an urban atmosphere and a tight-knit community. Most of the neighborhood features apartment buildings and single-story houses. When residents want to get active, they go to Hellen Keller Park or the Chester Washington Golf Course, which also has an event space available. Those interested in taking a class or watching college sports can check out Los Angeles Southwest College.
West Athens delivers a casual dining scene of small local eateries, including Tacos La Perla and Steven's Burgers, a neighborhood staple that has been around for decades. The nightlife consists of friendly, laid-back bars, such as Rigo's Place Bar, where you can also shoot some pool. The area sits right along both Interstate 105 and 110, keeping you connected to the rest of the city.
Rent Trends
As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in West Athens is $724 for a studio, $1,255 for one bedroom, $1,403 for two bedrooms, and $2,243 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Athens has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
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Studio
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305 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$724/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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323 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,255/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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246 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,403/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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68 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,243/month
Average Rent
Transportation
63
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
3
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
46
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Reviews of West Athens - Los Angeles, CA
Niche Reviews
23 Reviews
Niche User
8 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review
There are occasional disturbances of the peace but overall the are is safe but overall this a good part of Gardena to live in.
Niche User
8 years and 8 months ago•Niche Review
You do not see the police much. When a shooting or car accident happens they will come.
Niche User
9 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review
It's not the worst place, but it's pretty boring.
Niche User
9 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review
beautiful and sunny most of the time
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Watts Towers-Rodia State Park
- Compton Creek Natural Park at George Washington Elementary
- Watts Senior Center & Rose Garden
- California Science Center
- Augustus Hawkins Natural Park
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Los Angeles International
- Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
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