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El Sereno · March 2026
Best & worst months to sign a lease
Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to April.
Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.
Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources
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El Sereno is a quiet, hilly residential neighborhood east of Highland Park with a strong multigenerational Latino community. It's one of the more affordable options with easy access to the 110 freeway and the Gold Line, though amenities are sparse.
Illegal Dumping Item Pickup — Self Service
Street Pavement Issues — Self Service
HPD Class V Violation — VEIP
HPD Class V Violation — VEIP
HPD Class V Violation — VEIP