Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
15%
Arleta, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,751
Population
25,272
Renter Mix
39% Rent
Come home to a quiet community near several Hollywood studios
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Welcoming
Arleta is a close-knit neighborhood tucked into the northeastern corner of the San Fernando Valley, part of the city of Los Angeles yet with a pace that feels a world away from the bustle of downtown LA. Situated near the 5 and 118 freeways, it offers convenient access to employment hubs across the Valley and greater Los Angeles, making it a practical base for commuters who want more space without sacrificing city amenities.
The neighborhood has a strong residential character, with tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes alongside apartment communities that range from modest bungalow-style duplexes to more spacious townhome-style rentals. The housing stock skews toward ground-level and low-rise buildings, giving the area a quieter, more suburban feel compared to denser parts of LA. Sylmar and Pacoima border Arleta to the north, while North Hollywood lies just to the south, putting arts venues and shopping centers within a short drive.
Arleta sits within the Los Angeles Unified School District and is served by several schools throughout the community. The neighborhood's identity is rooted in its history, and it was formally recognized as its own community by the City of Los Angeles in 1992, giving residents a distinct local pride that still resonates today.
Explore the City
The highways in Arleta are connected to major freeways across Los Angeles, getting you anywhere.
Enjoy a nice day playing tennis or walking at the Panorama Recreation Center.
The palm-tree-lined streets of Arleta are filled with ranch and modern style homes.
A covered playground at Devonshire Arleta Park.
Aerial view of Arleta.
Branford Park is a great place for an afternoon walk.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$82,520
Average: $97,325
Education
3,426
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,808
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Arleta has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Arleta, CA is $1,410 for a studio, $1,751 for one bedroom, $2,092 for two bedrooms, and $1,441 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Arleta has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,751/month
603 Sq Ft
House
$3,081/month
1,124 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Arleta, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cal State Northridge Botanic Garden
- El Cariso Regional Park
- The Japanese Garden
- Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
- Lake Balboa
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Bob Hope
- Los Angeles International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.