Los Angeles neighborhood guide

Rose Hills

Walkability

Somewhat walkable

#255 of 346 LA neighborhoods

Transit

Minimal transit

#314 of 346 LA neighborhoods

Air quality

Below average

#288 of 344 LA neighborhoods

Road traffic

Busy roads

#342 of 343 LA neighborhoods

Tree cover

Sparse trees

#185 of 332 LA neighborhoods

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Rent in Rose Hills

What residents pay$1,734/moCensus ACS median, includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants · #87 lowest of 340

Income to comfortably afford$69,360/yrKeeps the typical rent ($1,734/mo) at the recommended 30% of income.For context, that rent is about 15%of the area's median household income ($135,625/yr).

Rent control: Rose Hillshas no local rent-stabilization ordinance we track, so California's statewide cap (AB 1482) is the main protection. It limits annual increases on most buildings at least 15 years old, with exemptions. Verify a building's status before signing.

General information, not legal advice.

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Environment & livability

Air quality: high diesel PM exposure, top quartile in California.

Linked to elevated respiratory and cardiovascular risk in long-term residents. See the air quality flag for more detail.

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 Rose Hills

Population

2,870

Renters

of households rent

Median age

Median income

$136k

per household

Census ACS 5-year estimates.

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Similar neighborhoods

Avocado Heights

#177 of 346 for walkability

Fewer amenitiesMore air pollution

Pomona

#209 of 346 for walkability

Fewer amenitiesMore affordable

Industry

#235 of 346 for walkability

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West Athens

#182 of 346 for walkability

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Finding a place in Rose Hills

Typical rent benchmark

Studio $1,7701 bed $1,9802 bed $2,4703 bed $3,130

HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent, FY2026 · ZIP 90601. A federal rent benchmark for the area, not a specific listing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rose Hills walkable?+

Rose Hills ranks #255 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.

What is the average rent in Rose Hills?+

Current residents of Rose Hills pay a median rent of about $1,734 per month (Census ACS). Asking rents for new leases typically run higher.

How is the air quality in Rose Hills?+

Rose Hills has high diesel PM exposure, top quartile in California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 76 of 100, lower is cleaner).

Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Rose Hills?+

Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Rose Hills are Avocado Heights, Pomona, Industry and West Athens.