90044 Real Estate
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Why Choose 90044 Real Estate
A small portion of the unincorporated Westmont community also lies within the zip code. Its close proximity to two major freeways help to make this community accessible to downtown Los Angeles, the airport, the Pacific Ocean and other communities in the Southland region of Greater Los Angeles.
One of the benefits of living in the 90044 zip code is the access to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is less than 20 minutes away from the heart of the zip code. Residences that make up some of the best Los Angeles real estate for the price include single family homes on tree-lined streets in quiet neighborhoods. Families seeking a 90044 duplex, a 90044 triplex or a 90044 4plex will also find these housing options in the community. Many of the residential units offer great values for the price of the homes due to the proximity of the area to downtown Los Angeles and to the airport.With a colorful mural stretching across the front of the building, the Southern California Library for Social Studies and Research is located on South Vermont Avenue in the northern sector of the neighborhood. Known as the “Peoples Library,” the library focuses on documenting and preserving history as it relates to social justice and the ongoing struggle for equality. Those seeking 90044 investment property will value this neighborhood resource.
Local 90044 Attractions
- The John Muir Library is a branch of the Los Angeles Public Library System that is located just down the street from the Southern California Library. The Mark Twain branch is another location of the public library that is in the southern half of the 90044 zip code on South Figueroa Street. The Woodcrest Library is a branch of the County of Los Angeles Public Library System and it is located on W. 106th Street. Each of these library branches provides access to literary services to residents of the 90044 community.
- Los Angeles Southwest College is a community college located near the intersection of Imperial Highway and S. Western Avenue. Although in a different zip code, the campus is close enough to serve many of the 90044 zip code residents. The college focuses on providing first generation educational opportunities and continuing education courses.
- The Augustus F. Hawkins High School located at W.60th Street and Menlo Avenue is the main high school serving the 90044 zip code. The newly built school opened in 2012 and is named in honor of U.S. Congressman Augustus F. Hawkins who served the area in the U.S. Congress from 1963 to 1991. He also served in the California Legislature.
- In addition to the high school named in his honor, several south Los Angeles zip codes, including 90044, have been included in the August F. Haw place name that is a shortened version of the congressman’s name.
- Saint Frances X Cabrini School and Church are located in the southern portion of the 90044 zip code on Imperial Highway. The K-8 catholic school has been a prominent part of the community since 1951. Famous alumni of the school include National Football League player Joselio Hanson who plays for the Oakland Raiders and former U.S. Congresswoman Laura Richardson, D-CA. Other catholic schools in the area include St. Michael’s and Ascension.
- The Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School is located on South Hoover Avenue. The well-known Hollywood actress Deanna Durbin attended the school back in the 1930s. Elementary schools located within the zip code include the 68th Street Elementary, 95th Street Elementary, Woodcrest Elementary, Charles Barrett Elementary, West Athens Elementary and Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. Primary Center School. The abundance of neighborhood elementary schools make the area ideal for those searching for 90044 homes for sale.
- The Algin Sutton Recreation Center located on Hoover Street is the primary recreational facility located within the 90044 zip code. The center provides athletic and recreational opportunities for the residents in the area. The center which has an indoor basketball court, auditorium, exercise room and other facilities is surrounded by lighted basketball courts, lighted baseball diamond, outdoor pool, lighted tennis courts, volleyball courts and lighted soccer field. The center has a variety of programs tailored to meet the needs of the community.
- Although the 90044 zip code is a dense and heavily urbanized area, there are several small parks and playgrounds that dot the area. Since many of the streets are lined with trees and homes have well-kept lawns that make the area seem less urbanized, the community has a more suburban feel than one would expect. Parks in the area include Mt. Carmel Park and Helen Keller Park as well the outdoor area surrounding the Algin Sutton Recreation Center. The Chester Washington Golf Course is situated just outside the southwest boundary of the 90044 zip code area. The par 70 course is close enough for residents in the area to utilize the green fairways and rolling hills of the course.
- The Vermont Slauson Shopping Center is the largest shopping center serving the 90044 zip code area. The anchor stores include K-Mart, CVS, Superior Grocery Store and McDonalds. The shopping center also has other stores and businesses such as Subway and the U.S. Postal Service that serve the area. Shops and businesses can be found on the major thoroughfares such as Slauson Avenue, Vermont Avenue, Manchester Avenue, El Segundo Boulevard, Imperial Highway and Century Boulevard.
The 90044 property in this area is convenient to transportation corridors due to the number of streets that has access to the Harbor Freeway (I-110). The freeway has exits at Slauson Avenue, Gage Avenue, Florence Avenue, Manchester Avenue, Imperial Highway and Century Boulevard providing vehicular access to the neighborhood. The 105 Freeway which bisects the southern portion of the zip code can be accessed from Vermont Avenue.
The Los Angeles Metro Rail serves portions of the 90044 zip code with its Green Line that runs along the 105 Freeway. The Vermont/Athens station is located in the southern end of the zip code area at the intersection of Vermont Avenue and the 105 Freeway. The Silver Line of the Metro Liner bus rapid transit runs along the Harbor Transitway. It has stops at Slauson and Manchester Avenues that provide access to the community. Other mass transit such as buses traverses the main thoroughfares such as Vermont Avenue, Normandie Avenue, Century Boulevard, Slauson Avenue and other streets.
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