What is the rent for a studio at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $1,530 to $2,070 per month, with a median of $1,800.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $1,709 to $2,312 per month, with a median of $2,010.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $2,159 to $2,921 per month, with a median of $2,540.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $2,746 to $3,714 per month, with a median of $3,230.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $3,043 to $4,117 per month, with a median of $3,580.

How does rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 90042 zip code: studio rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 46% below the neighborhood median.

Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 rent stabilized?

Yes, 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is rent stabilized with 10 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has increased by 0% since 2023-01, going from $2,650 to $2,650 as of 2023-07.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Based on historical listing data, June tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, while March is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to June could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

The registered owner of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is 255 AVE 55 LP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 a good landlord?

255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, owned by 255 AVE 55 LP, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

Yes, 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has 54 housing violations and 3 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 in a flood zone or fire risk area?

255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is identified as a soft-story building (In Progress). Prospective tenants should consider these factors when evaluating the building.

What schools are near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

There are 4 schools near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 0 private schools. Nearby schools include Bushnell Way Elementary (7 min walk), Richard Riordan Primary Center (10 min walk), Monte Vista Street Elementary (10 min walk), Arroyo Seco Museum Science (12 min walk).

What public transit is near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?

255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has 8 transit options nearby. The closest include: subway: Highland Park Station - Ave 57 Entrance, 0.42 mi away; bus: Figueroa / Avenue 54 (182-13196, 81-13196), 0.26 mi away.

Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 90042 zip code where 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is located has 575 crime incidents on record. Check the neighborhood report card for 90042 for a full breakdown by crime type.

When was 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 built and how many units does it have?

255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 was built in 1962, contains 10 total units.

255 S AVENUE 55 — Rent Intelligence for Highland Park, LA

Highland Park · Los Angeles, CA 90042

Built 196210 units

Current rent range

$1,530 – $4,117 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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255 S AVENUE 55

Los Angeles, CA 90042

255 S AVENUE 55 is a late-20th-century 1962 building, 10 units in Highland Park, LA. Owned by 255 AVE 55 LP. Public records show 54 open violations, 3 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: unretrofitted soft-story construction. Rent stabilization on file covers 10 units.

HPD violations54last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units10DHCR records

Building age64 ybuilt 1962

311 complaints3last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Highland Park · March 2026

Studio

$1,800/mo

1 BR

$2,010/mo

2 BR

$2,540/mo

3 BR

$3,230/mo

4 BR

$3,580/mo

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

June

Most expensive

March

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to June.

Rent vs. area median Highland Park

Studio

This building: $1,530 – $2,070

5% belowArea: $1,895

1 BR

This building: $1,709 – $2,312

20% belowArea: $2,515

2 BR

This building: $2,159 – $2,921

5% belowArea: $2,675

3 BR

This building: $2,746 – $3,714

46% belowArea: $6,000

4 BR

This building: $3,043 – $4,117

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

1 Bed$2,0961 listing

2 Bed$2,6506 listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Highland Park

Studio

$1,895

$1,895

1 Bed

$2,010

$2,023 – $3,008

2 Bed

$2,675

$2,675

3 Bed

$6,000

$6,000

4 Bed

$3,580

$3,043 – $4,117

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Highland Park

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01b / 09

Rent trends.

Northeast Los Angeles

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$2,049

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

-0.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

18%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Rent trends.

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Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Improving

HPDTop Violations

54 total

All HPD violations
54

311Top Complaints

3 total

Item Pickups
1
Bulky Items
1
Illegal Dumping Item Pickup
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 54 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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The landlord.

255 AVE 55 LP

Portfolio of 3 buildings

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across the city, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.1

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 2 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1962Building constructed10 units
now255 AVE 55 LPOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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About this area.

Highland Park · 90042

255 S AVENUE 55 · Highland Park · 34.105° N, -118.194° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

Highland Park Station - Ave 57 Entrance8 min walk

4 bus stops nearby5 min

4 schools nearby7 min

Nearby Transit

SUBWAY

Highland Park Station - Ave 57 Entrance
0.4 mi8 min
Highland Park Station - Ave 57 Entrance
0.4 mi8 min
Southwest Museum Station - Marmion Stairs
0.8 mi16 min
Southwest Museum Station - Marmion Stairs
0.8 mi16 min

BUS

Figueroa / Avenue 54182-1319681-13196
0.3 mi5 min
Figueroa / Avenue 5418281
0.3 mi5 min
Figueroa / Avenue 54182-1319681-13196
0.3 mi5 min
Figueroa / Avenue 5418281
0.3 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Bushnell Way ElementaryKG-5
0.3 mi7 min
Richard Riordan Primary CenterKG-5
0.5 mi10 min
Monte Vista Street ElementaryKG-5
0.5 mi10 min
Arroyo Seco Museum ScienceKG-8
0.6 mi12 min

The neighborhood

Highland Park

Highland Park is NELA's breakout star -- Figueroa Street has exploded with craft breweries, vintage shops, taquerias, and third-wave coffee. The Gold Line runs right through it, making it one of the few car-optional neighborhoods on the Eastside. Long-time Latino residents and newcomers coexist in a rapidly changing landscape.

16,047buildings tracked3.6avg LucidIQ$2,515median 1BR

59,151population$89kmedian income55%renters

TrendyDiverseTransit-AccessibleFoodieUp-and-Coming

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 90042

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Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. Los Angeles average

Rent trends in Highland Park

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Eagle Rock· 1.7 mi Glassell Park· 2.3 mi Pasadena· 2.38 mi El Sereno· 2.44 mi Lincoln Heights· 2.95 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1962

Total units10

RSO units10

19601970198019902000201020202030

1962

Building constructed

10 units

2026

Rent stabilization on file

10 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 255 AVE 55 LP

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

3 events

311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
Illegal Dumping Item Pickup — Self Service
311MEDIUMJan 9, 2026
Item Pickups — Call
311MEDIUMFeb 24, 2025
Bulky Items — Mobile App

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $1,530 to $2,070 per month, with a median of $1,800.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $1,709 to $2,312 per month, with a median of $2,010.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $2,159 to $2,921 per month, with a median of $2,540.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $2,746 to $3,714 per month, with a median of $3,230.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 ranges from $3,043 to $4,117 per month, with a median of $3,580.
How does rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 90042 zip code: studio rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 46% below the neighborhood median.
Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 rent stabilized?
Yes, 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is rent stabilized with 10 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has increased by 0% since 2023-01, going from $2,650 to $2,650 as of 2023-07.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Based on historical listing data, June tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, while March is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to June could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
The registered owner of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is 255 AVE 55 LP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 a good landlord?
255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, owned by 255 AVE 55 LP, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
Yes, 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has 54 housing violations and 3 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 in a flood zone or fire risk area?
255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is identified as a soft-story building (In Progress). Prospective tenants should consider these factors when evaluating the building.
What schools are near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
There are 4 schools near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 0 private schools. Nearby schools include Bushnell Way Elementary (7 min walk), Richard Riordan Primary Center (10 min walk), Monte Vista Street Elementary (10 min walk), Arroyo Seco Museum Science (12 min walk).
What public transit is near 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042?
255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 has 8 transit options nearby. The closest include: subway: Highland Park Station - Ave 57 Entrance, 0.42 mi away; bus: Figueroa / Avenue 54 (182-13196, 81-13196), 0.26 mi away.
Is 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 90042 zip code where 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 is located has 575 crime incidents on record. Check the neighborhood report card for 90042 for a full breakdown by crime type.
When was 255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 built and how many units does it have?
255 S AVENUE 55, Los Angeles, CA 90042 was built in 1962, contains 10 total units.

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Frequently asked questions.

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LA-specific insights.

RSO, hazards, and tenant protections

Rent Stabilization (RSO)Protected

Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance

Yes

RSO protected

stabilized units

—

since

None

Ellis Act

RSO buildings have annual rent-increase caps and just-cause eviction protections.

Hazard zones Safety

Fire severity and seismic risk

Yes

soft story

In Progress

retrofit status

Tenant buyouts3 on record

Total compensation: $71.7k

Aug 2018Buyout disclosureCompensation: $25.0k
Jun 2018Buyout disclosureCompensation: $25.0k
Jun 2018Buyout disclosureCompensation: $21.7k

Owners must disclose tenant buyout agreements to LAHD within 60 days. Frequent buyouts can signal tenant turnover pressure.

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