Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
15%
Silver Lake, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,182
Population
31,428
Renter Mix
66% Rent
One of LA’s trendiest locales boasts historic roots in Hollywood
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Welcome to Silver Lake, where the iconic reservoir serves as the centerpiece of this artistic Los Angeles neighborhood. Nestled in the heart of LA, this community offers diverse housing options, from historic Spanish-style homes to contemporary apartment communities. Current rental market data shows studio apartments averaging $1,808 with 517 square feet, while one-bedroom units command approximately $2,161 for 777 square feet. Larger spaces, typically two-bedroom homes, rent for around $3,284 and provide generous 1,114-square-foot floor plans.
The neighborhood centers around Sunset Junction, where vintage shops and music venues create the area's distinctive character. The Silver Lake Meadow offers impressive views of both the reservoir and downtown LA skyline. Residents appreciate the accessibility of the reservoir's walking paths, the twice-weekly farmers markets, and the area's renowned coffee culture. With its central location, Silver Lake provides easy access to downtown Los Angeles while maintaining its own distinct personality, characterized by tree-lined streets, local boutiques, and independent restaurants.
Explore the City
Access to Retail Shops on Glendale Blvd Including Whole Foods 365 Market
Hop on the Glendale Freeway 2 to the 5 from Silver Lake and Explore Los Angeles.
Have fun and meet interesting people at Silver Lake Flea Market.
Take a stroll around Silver Lake reservoir.
Silver Lake meadows are a perfect place for a picnic.
Spend a fun-filled day with your companion at the Silver Lake dog park.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$101,347
Average: $132,836
Education
18,019
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,475
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Silver Lake has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
66%
Non-Renters
34%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
47%
Other Education
53%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Silver Lake, CA is $1,869 for a studio, $2,182 for one bedroom, and $3,472 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Silver Lake has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,182/month
774 Sq Ft
House
$5,137/month
1,243 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,597/month
720 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Silver Lake, CA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Echo Park Lake
- Marsh Park
- Chavez Ravine Arboretum
- Bird Sanctuary
- Elysian Park
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.