Moving to West Athens, CA

About West Athens

West Athens is an unincorporated community in southwestern Los Angeles County, home to about 9,393 residents at the 2020 census (per Census QuickFacts, read September 24, 2026). Centered on the West Athens Elementary School (shown below) and adjacent to Los Angeles Southwest College (aerial shown below), the community sits between Inglewood and the city of Los Angeles, near the 105 and 110 freeways.

Home prices in West Athens

The median listing price in West Athens is $747k.

Top places in West Athens

• West Athens Elementary School (shown below).
• Los Angeles Southwest College (shown below).
• The 105/110 freeway junction area.

Commuting from West Athens

• Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles (about 12 miles): ~20–35 minutes off-peak via I-110 north or I-105 east; peak-hour commutes run 40–70 minutes.
• Metro: the C Line (Green) Vermont/Athens station serves the area.

Schools in West Athens

Public schools: Los Angeles Unified School District serves West Athens. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

West Athens FAQs

• What is the housing market like in West Athens, CA?
  The median listing price in West Athens is $747k. 14 active listings, $399/sq. ft., 40 median days on market, $2k median rent (observed via Athens_CA URL, which serves West Athens page; FAQ shows $747,000) · Realtor.com · 2026-09-25
• How is the commute from West Athens, CA?
  Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles (about 12 miles): ~20–35 minutes off-peak via I-110 north or I-105 east; peak-hour commutes run 40–70 minutes.
• Which school district serves West Athens, CA?
  West Athens is served by Los Angeles Unified School District serves West Athens. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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