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Vermont Vista
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How it scores overall
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Vermont Vista offers one of the most affordable rents in Los Angeles, ranking 8th of 114 neighborhoods at about $1,362 per month, roughly 33% below the LA average. The area sits just above the median on walkability, making it reasonably easy to handle some errands on foot, though you'll want a car for regular trips. Dense residential blocks give the neighborhood an urban character despite limited tree cover and exposure to major traffic corridors.
Living here
Daily life here involves navigating a car-dependent layout. You'll find groceries at Ralphs, dining options like Tam's and Pizza Hut within a short walk, and recreation at Algin Sutton Recreation Center. However, air quality ranks near the bottom of LA neighborhoods (108th of 114), with high diesel particulate matter exposure from traffic. The area also experiences significant congestion, ranking 111th for traffic conditions.
Who it's for
Vermont Vista works best for renters prioritizing affordability over comfort and environmental quality. If you need cheap rent and can tolerate a car-dependent lifestyle with poor air quality and heavy traffic, this neighborhood delivers. It's less suitable for those sensitive to pollution, reliant on transit, or seeking parks and green space.
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.
Around Vermont Vista
Ralphs
Pizza Hut · Tam's · Jack in the Box · Domino's
Algin Sutton Recreation Center
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Frequently asked questions
How affordable is Vermont Vista compared to other LA neighborhoods?+
It's one of the cheapest in Los Angeles at about $1,362 monthly rent, ranking 8th most affordable of 114 neighborhoods. That's roughly $650 less per month than the LA average of $2,016.
Do I need a car here?+
Yes, a car is strongly recommended. Transit access is minimal (ranking 53rd of 114), and while some errands are walkable, most trips require driving.
What's the air quality like?+
Air quality is poor. Vermont Vista ranks 108th of 114 neighborhoods for air pollution exposure, with high diesel particulate matter from nearby traffic corridors. This is a significant tradeoff for the low rent.
Are there parks and green spaces nearby?+
Tree cover is very limited (ranking 110th of 114), with predominantly concrete streets. Algin Sutton Recreation Center is your main nearby park option.
Is Vermont Vista walkable?+
Vermont Vista ranks #57 of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
What is the average rent in Vermont Vista?+
Typical rent in Vermont Vista is around $1,362 per month based on Census (ACS) data.
How is the air quality in Vermont Vista?+
Vermont Vista has high diesel PM exposure, top quartile in California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 91 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Vermont Vista?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Vermont Vista are Broadway-Manchester, Adams-Normandie, Arlington Heights and Vermont Knolls.