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Highlights

  • New appliances
  • Community amenities
  • Covered parking convenience
  • Well-sized bedrooms
  • Freeway access
  • Street parking

Location

5518 Denker Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062, USA|Congress Central
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Management

Axe Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(714) 786-6863

Property Overview

5518 Denker offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.1/10, highlighted by a 9/10 price score that reflects a competitive rate for its features. Residents benefit from a premier level of amenities (8/10), a highly convenient location (9/10) close to popular destinations and a well-rated elementary school just 0.22 miles away, and an 8/10 trustworthiness score indicating clear, detailed listing information.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 5518 Denker is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5518 Denker 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

  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath980 sqft$2,650 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence located at 5520 Denker Avenue in Los Angeles, offering a comfortable and updated living space in a centrally located neighborhood. This home features a functional layout with a bright living area, well-sized bedrooms, and a kitchen equipped with new appliances, providing a clean and modern feel throughout. The property includes a rear carport, offering covered parking convenience, along with additional street parking availability. Conveniently situated near major streets and freeway access, the location allows for an efficient commute throughout Los Angeles while being close to local shopping, dining, and essential services. Nearby parks and public transportation options further add to the accessibility and practicality of the area. This residence offers a strong combination of location, comfort, and modern updates. Submit your application today and secure this opportunity before it’s gone!
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,030 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence located at 5518 Denker Avenue in Los Angeles, offering a comfortable and functional living space in a centrally located neighborhood. This home features a practical layout with a bright living area, well-sized bedrooms, and a kitchen equipped with new appliances, providing a clean and modern touch for everyday use. Street parking is available, providing accessible options in this residential setting. Conveniently situated near major streets and freeway access, the property allows for an easy commute throughout Los Angeles while being close to local shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. The surrounding area also offers access to parks, community amenities, and public transportation options, adding to the overall convenience of the location. This residence offers a strong combination of space, location, and practicality. Submit your application today and secure this opportunity before it’s gone!

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About 5518 Denker

HomeApartments in Los AngelesCongress Central 5518 Denker

Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence located at 5520 Denker Avenue in Los Angeles, offering a comfortable and updated living space in a centrally located neighborhood. This home features a functional layout with a bright living area, well-sized bedrooms, and a kitchen equipped with new appliances, providing a clean and modern feel throughout. The property includes a rear carport, offering covered parking convenience, along with additional street parking availability. Conveniently situated near major streets and freeway access, the location allows for an efficient commute throughout Los Angeles while being close to local shopping, dining, and essential services. Nearby parks and public transportation options further add to the accessibility and practicality of the area. This residence offers a strong combination of location, comfort, and modern updates. Submit your application today and secure this opportunity before it’s gone!


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 5518 Denker is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5518 Denker 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 5518 Denker
Price·9A 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.
5518 Denker stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5518 Denker is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5518 Denker 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 5518 Denker does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 5518 Denker compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Congress Central

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5518 Denker to be 5% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Congress Central.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Congress Central
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,750
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 Congress Central
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,324
October 2024$1,324
April 2025$1,510
May 2025$1,362
June 2025$1,295
July 2025$1,620
August 2025$1,536
September 2025$1,240
November 2025$1,403
December 2025$1,399
January 2026$1,441
February 2026$1,452
March 2026$1,495
April 2026$1,495
May 2026$1,495

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 5518 Denker

Western Avenue Elementary School

1724 w 53rd st

los angeles, CA, 90062

K-8Public
C

Marlton

4000 santo tomas dr

los angeles, CA, 90008

K-12Public

Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center

1925 budlong ave

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-10Public

Computer Science Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Congress Central | Los Angeles, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Los Angeles near 5518 Denker Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5518 Denker Ave, Los Angeles

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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