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Miracle Mile

Miracle Mile

Urban Core Neighborhood in Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles County 90005, 90019, 90036

$1,734,254 Average Value
$752 Average Price per Sq Ft
74 Homes For Sale

Home to LA's Museum Row

The stretch of Wilshire Boulevard between Fairfax and LaBrea and its surrounding areas are collectively known as the Miracle Mile. The neighborhood is home to Museum Row, the famous tar pits and enough historic Art Deco structures to warrant a walking tour. “This is a coveted area and popular with people who maybe want to live on the West Side but can’t afford it, so they move a little east,” says Christie’s AKG agent Jose Prats, the brokerage’s director of character homes. “LA people are looking at price, and Miracle Mile is a little less expensive than somewhere like Beverly Hills.”

A handful of restaurants

Known as LA’s Museum Row, the LA County Museum of Art, the Oscars Museum, the Korean American Museum and the Petersen Automotive Museum are among the many offerings. Despite the embarrassment of museums in the area, there's a lack of locally-owned dining spots. “There are a few in Miracle Mile, but Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Mid-City; that’s where all the restaurants are,” Taylor says. There are several national chains in the neighborhood, including Starbucks, Chipotle, Five Guys and Einstein Bros. Bagels. Shopping for necessities is done on nearby La Brea Avenue, which has a Target, CVS, Trader Joe’s and a couple of popular local toy stores.

All Season Brewing Company is a bar with a huge selection of brews on tap in Miracle mile.
All Season Brewing Company is a bar with a huge selection of brews on tap in Miracle mile.
El Cartel in Miracle Mile specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine.
El Cartel in Miracle Mile specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine.
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Proximity to The Grove

Although Miracle Mile is not the shopping destination it once was, its walkable proximity to The Grove is an absolute selling point. One of California’s most popular malls, The Grove is a sprawling shopping center and entertainment destination with fashion-forward stores like Nordstrom, lululemon and Gucci, and pop-up shops that are always coming in and out. Open 365 days a year, The Grove has a theme park atmosphere and looks more like a movie set than the average shopping center. It’s particularly picturesque around Christmastime, with artificial snow falling in the evening and Santa mixing it up with the kids. Free to ride, the double-decker trolley was built from a repurposed Boston streetcar from the 1950s and runs the length of the mall to the Original Farmers Market.

The Grove with DTLA views
The Grove with DTLA views
Shopping Center
Shopping Center
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Regular neighborhood events

Miracle Mile is brimming with activities and annual events. The TarFest Music & Art Festival at the La Brea Tar Pits has been going on each September for almost two decades. Each year, dozens of artists, vendors and food trucks come together for residents to enjoy. The Miracle Mile Small Business Stroll is a community event that allows locals an opportunity to congregate and support small businesses. An incredible event venue that has hosted The Oscars, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures promises regular exhibitions and space for film screenings. Each Friday from the spring through the fall, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art hosts Jazz Nights featuring well-known soloists and group performers.

The Miracle Mile Farmers Market is every Tuesday from 11am-3pm.
The Miracle Mile Farmers Market is every Tuesday from 11am-3pm.
Summer nights at the Tar Pits lifestyle
Summer nights at the Tar Pits lifestyle
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Natural area around the tar pits

Landlocked in an urban jungle, Miracle Mile isn’t known for its abundant green space. Wilshire Green Park is a meticulously landscaped slice of West 8th Street with a walking path, lush foliage, a gazebo, a pocket playground and a turtle pond with koi fish. The most prominent natural area is the land surrounding the La Brea Tar Pits, the world-famous paleontological research and excavation site that has produced millions of fossils. “It’s not right in the neighborhood, but you’ve got Pan Pacific Park a few blocks north next to The Grove, which is the nicest big park in the area,” Taylor says. Situated on about 30 acres, the park has a playground with dedicated spaces for kids of all ages. The park is also home to the Pan Pacific Senior Activity Center, the Fairfax Branch Library and the Los Angeles Holocaust Museum.

Take a stroll in Pan Pacific Park or enjoy one of its many recreation areas by Miracle Mile.
Take a stroll in Pan Pacific Park or enjoy one of its many recreation areas by Miracle Mile.
La Brea Tar Pits
La Brea Tar Pits
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Spanish-style cottages

The historic homes in Miracle Mile are generally mid-size stucco cottages from the 1920s and ‘30s, with an average price tag of $2 million. There are Spanish-style houses with arched windows and clay-tile roofs and chateau-like Hollywood Regency homes with elegant front gardens and slate-tiled roofs; most have driveways, garages and patios, and some have private pools. There are also multistory condo buildings throughout the 20th century, where a two-bedroom unit averages $875,000 (plus a monthly HOA of about $600). The residential streets are sometimes wide and always lined with sidewalks; palm trees soar high above shrubs and small trees, with views of glassy office buildings in the distance.

two 1920s-era Spanish-style homes
two 1920s-era Spanish-style homes
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Public and private school options

Families with children in Miracle Mile are served by Los Angeles Unified, an above-average public school district with a B-plus grade from Niche. Kids can start their education at Hancock Park Elementary, an A-minus school with an A in diversity. There are 35 countries represented among the students, and 31 different languages are spoken. Above average with a B grade from Niche, John Burroughs Middle is a walkable community school. Established in 1873, Los Angeles High School is a C-plus school with an A-minus in teachers. The school is known for dozens of notable alumni, including George Takei, Mel Torme and Dustin Hoffman. "Given the price point in the neighborhood, many residents send their kids to private schools," Prats says. Shalhevet High School is the eighth-best Jewish school in California, according to Niche, which gives it an A grade.

John Burroughs Middle School in Los Angeles, CA has a distinct brick building.
John Burroughs Middle School in Los Angeles, CA has a distinct brick building.
Front entrance of Hancock Park Elementary.
Front entrance of Hancock Park Elementary.
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Uniquely walkable

Uniquely walkable in a notoriously unwalkable city, residents or Miracle Man can get around largely on foot, according to Peter Kinnaird, an agent with DPP Real Estate. “Location-wise, it’s close to everything, including downtown Los Angeles,” says Kinnaird. Regarding public transportation, there are bus routes along Wilshire, West 8th Street and W Olympic Boulevard. The Wilshire/Fairfax station was still under construction in mid-2024, and it will eventually link to the greater Metro Rail system. “This area can be trafficky at times, especially during rush hour when people are cutting through on Wilshire,” Taylor says. The neighborhood is situated between Santa Monica Boulevard and the 10, which connects to the broader metro area. Miracle Mile is about 15 miles north of Los Angeles International Airport, though the drive can take over an hour, depending on traffic.

UC Wilshire/ Fairfax station
UC Wilshire/ Fairfax station
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Los Angeles International

21 min drive

Bus

Hauser & Burnside (Southbound)

Bus

Olympic & Highland

Bus

Wilshire & Curson

Bus

Wilshire & Dunsmuir

Bus

Olympic & Ogden

Bus

Olympic & Spaulding

Bus

Pico Eb & Redondo Ns

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Miracle Mile US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,520,000
Median Single Family Price
$2,080,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,650,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$839,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$558,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$752
Number of Homes for Sale
74
Last 12 months Home Sales
281
Months of Supply
3.20
Median List Price
$1,620,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,688
Median Year Built
1926
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,266
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,104
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,408
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
846
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
455
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 5pm

    1237 S Curson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019

    $2,499,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,525 Sq Ft
    • 1237 S Curson Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    Timeless 1935 Stunning Spanish Home with Modern Updates in the Heart of Mid-City: Welcome to 1237 S. Curson Ave, a beautifully reimagined 1935 Spanish-style residence that blends old-world charm with thoughtful, modern upgrades. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home offers 2,425 sq. ft. of interior living space and is nestled on a tree-lined street in one of LA's most vibrant pockets, just minutes from

    Timothy Gavin Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 5pm

    1275 S Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019

    $1,749,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,705 Sq Ft
    • 1275 S Sycamore Ave
    • New 2 days ago

    Presenting an incredibly charming Mid-Wilshire Spanish, set back from the street behind mature drought-tolerant landscaping, complete with a guest house with separate entrance. Visitors are greeted by a terra cotta pathway leading to a delightful blue courtyard gate which encloses the front patio. Here, a respite in a green space is provided, unified close to nature while just a stone's throw

    Sally Forster Jones Compass

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 4pm

    724 S Stanley Ave Unit 3, Los Angeles, CA 90036

    $845,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,341 Sq Ft
    • 724 S Stanley Ave
    • Unit 3
    • New 4 days ago

    Beautifully Remodeled and Tranquil 2BD + Spacious Den (3rd BD) / 2BA, 1,341 SF Condo with Courtyard in Miracle Mile. This beautifully remodeled condo is nestled in the highly coveted Miracle Mile district, close to LACMA, the La Brea Tar Pits, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, and a variety of dining and shopping malls. The well-maintained complex offers low HOA dues of just $300. Inside, the home

    Kevin IM Ivy Realty Co.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
45,021
Median Age
39
Population Density
26 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$89,207
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,447

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
62.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

62 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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