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Highlights

  • Laminate flooring
  • Newly remodeled apartments

Location

1242 S Mariposa Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA|Pico Union
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Management

Mashcole Property Management INC

Leasing office

(323) 505-2655

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

1242 S Mariposa Ave offers newly remodeled apartments with laminate flooring and standout amenities, earning an expert rating of 8.5/10 and top scores for price (10/10), amenities (9/10), and location (9/10). Residents benefit from strong environmental sustainability features, including on-site recycling or composting, walkability, nearby public transit, and access to 20 parks within a mile, plus a conveniently located top-rated middle school. With a trustworthiness rating of 7/10, the property provides a detailed and transparent description to help renters understand what to expect.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1242 S Mariposa Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1242 S Mariposa Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath450 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 1242 S Mariposa Ave

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
PatioTrash Included
Utilities/SewerWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

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About 1242 S Mariposa Ave

HomeApartments in Los AngelesPico Union 1242 S Mariposa Ave

Newly Remodeled Apartments Laminate Flooring MANAGED BY: Mashcole Property Management INC Find us on Google. IT490520 - IT49MC1119


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1242 S Mariposa Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1242 S Mariposa Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1242 S Mariposa Ave
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1242 S Mariposa Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1242 S Mariposa Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1242 S Mariposa Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1242 S Mariposa Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1242 S Mariposa Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1242 S Mariposa Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1242 S Mariposa Ave is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 20 parks within a mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1242 S Mariposa Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Pico Union

2-bedroom apartments at 1242 S Mariposa Ave cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pico Union.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Pico Union
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,778
July 2024$1,816
August 2024$1,848
September 2024$1,848
October 2024$1,801
November 2024$1,814
December 2024$1,845
January 2025$1,848
February 2025$1,815
March 2025$1,810
April 2025$1,756
May 2025$1,745
June 2025$1,750
July 2025$1,750
August 2025$1,736
September 2025$1,702
October 2025$1,702
November 2025$1,709
December 2025$1,738
January 2026$1,739
February 2026$1,721
March 2026$1,697
April 2026$1,690
May 2026$1,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Pico Union
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,403
July 2024$1,459
August 2024$1,450
September 2024$1,450
October 2024$1,495
November 2024$1,486
December 2024$1,468
January 2025$1,447
February 2025$1,402
March 2025$1,396
April 2025$1,327
May 2025$1,384
June 2025$1,385
July 2025$1,377
August 2025$1,344
September 2025$1,310
October 2025$1,320
November 2025$1,384
December 2025$1,397
January 2026$1,400
February 2026$1,391
March 2026$1,385
April 2026$1,361
May 2026$1,347

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near 1242 S Mariposa Ave

Los Angeles Elementary School

1211 s hobart blvd

los angeles, CA, 90006

K-5Public
B-

Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center

1925 budlong ave

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-10Public

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

Computer Science Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

STEAM Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th fl

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public
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Getting around Los Angeles near 1242 S Mariposa Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1242 S Mariposa Ave, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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