Little Ethiopia, Los Angeles, CA

Little Ethiopia Neighborhood Guide Los Angeles, CA

About

Little Ethiopia is a vibrant neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, located on Fairfax Avenue between Olympic and Pico Boulevard. This colorful district is a cultural hotspot known for its collection of Ethiopian restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques. The area is close to the Miracle Mile, home to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and La Brea Tar Pits. It is easily accessible via the Santa Monica Boulevard and is a short drive from downtown LA.

What You Will Love About Little Ethiopia, Los Angeles, California

  • The neighborhood's rich blend of African culture and Southern California vibe.
  • A wide array of authentic Ethiopian cuisines to explore.
  • The vibrant and welcoming community that adds a unique touch to the city's diversity.
  • Its close proximity to other cultural hubs like the Miracle Mile.

What's Nearby

Little Ethiopia, while being a cultural entity in itself, is also close to popular attractions like The Grove and Farmers Market. It is just a few miles from Beverly Hills and West Hollywood and offers easy access to LA's famous beaches, such as Santa Monica and Venice.

Lifestyle

Living in and around Little Ethiopia is a cultural immersion with a unique blend of urban living. The neighborhood is known for its bustling street life, filled with exotic aromas from the numerous restaurants and cafes. Despite being in the heart of a large city, the community retains a warm and welcoming vibe.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 340 restaurants, 53 grocery stores, and 10 parks within a mile of the Little Ethiopia neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Fairfaxsmart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1027 S Fairfax Ave

  • GROCERY
    Dawit Belay

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1036 1/2 S Fairfax Ave

  • GROCERY
    Valley Indian Grocery and Boutique

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    1245 S Fairfax Ave

  • GROCERY
    Vons

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.5 miles

    1430 S Fairfax Ave

  • GROCERY
    India Spices And Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.5 miles

    5994 W Pico Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Miracle Mile Farmers Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store

    0.7 miles

    5700 Wilshire Blvd

Little Ethiopia Apartments and Rentals

229 Rental properties in Little Ethiopia, Los Angeles, CA.

  • Museum Terrace property

    $2,740+

    Museum Terrace

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    702–1148 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • The Parker property

    $2,478+

    The Parker

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    452–1110 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Vision on Wilshire property

    $2,985+

    Vision on Wilshire

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    545–2925 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • Hi Point Townhomes property

    Contact for Price

    Hi Point Townhomes

    2 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    1128 Sqft

    Not Available

  • South Hayworth Lofts property

    Contact for Price

    South Hayworth Lofts

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    900–1250 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Estelle property

    $5,300+

    Estelle

    2–3 Beds • 2–2.5 Baths

    1380–1732 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
13.8%
158.2%
utilities
20.6%
0.2%
food
2%
12.5%
transportation
1.6%
30.2%
healthcare
10.4%
3.5%

Little Ethiopia Demographics

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Little Ethiopia Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 5 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Tree Lined Streets

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 3 of 5 renters

Little Ethiopia Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

92/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

63/100
Bike Score®

Little Ethiopia Schools