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Chesterfield Square
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Chesterfield Square is an affordable South Los Angeles neighborhood that ranks in the top 4 of all LA neighborhoods for rent price, making it accessible to budget-conscious renters. The area has solid walkability (ranking 28th of 114), meaning most daily errands like groceries and coffee can be handled on foot. It's a car-dependent area with minimal public transit and very limited tree cover, so expect a mostly open, concrete streetscape.
Living here
Day-to-day life here is straightforward and affordable. You'll find essential services within a short walk, including Food 4 Less for groceries, Starbucks for coffee, and restaurants like Pizza Hut, McDonald's, Jamba, and Winchell's Donut House. Chesterfield Square Park offers outdoor space when you need it. Traffic exposure is above-average for LA, though air quality ranks 20th of 114 (below the California median for diesel PM). You'll want a car for most trips beyond walking distance, as transit access is minimal.
Who it's for
This neighborhood works best for renters prioritizing affordability over convenience and amenities. It suits people with a car who don't mind an open, hot streetscape and can accept car-dependent living. If you need robust transit, extensive dining options, or tree-lined streets, neighborhoods like Gramercy Park or Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw offer a better fit while staying in a similar price range.
Environment & livability
Air quality: below the California median for diesel PM exposure.
Air quality here is better than average for the state. Worth noting if you have respiratory sensitivities.
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.
Around Chesterfield Square
Food 4 Less
Starbucks
Pizza Hut · McDonald's · Jamba · Winchell's Donut House
Chesterfield Square Park
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Frequently asked questions
How walkable is Chesterfield Square?+
Most daily errands can be done on foot, ranking the neighborhood 28th of 114 in LA. You can walk to groceries, coffee, and basic restaurants, but beyond that you'll need a car.
Do I need a car here?+
Yes, a car is strongly recommended. Transit access ranks 75th of 114 with minimal options, so you'll depend on driving for most trips outside your immediate neighborhood.
What's the air quality like?+
Air quality ranks 20th of 114, which is below the California median for diesel PM exposure. It's neither the cleanest nor the most polluted part of LA.
What makes this neighborhood affordable?+
Chesterfield Square has one of the lowest median rents in LA, ranking 4th of 114 at about $1,250, compared to an LA average around $2,000. The tradeoff is limited tree cover, minimal transit, and fewer amenities overall.
Is Chesterfield Square walkable?+
Chesterfield Square ranks #28 of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, most daily errands can be done on foot.
What is the average rent in Chesterfield Square?+
Typical rent in Chesterfield Square is around $1,252 per month based on Census (ACS) data.
How is the air quality in Chesterfield Square?+
Chesterfield Square has below the California median for diesel PM exposure, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 40 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Chesterfield Square?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Chesterfield Square are Gramercy Park, Manchester Square, Hyde Park and Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw.