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1236 Leighton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037, USA|Congress North
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Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $2,500 /mo | 1 unit available | Bright and spacious two-bedroom, one-bath apartment located at 1236 Leighton Ave. The unit features a large living room with plenty of natural light, wood flooring throughout, mirrored bedroom closets, and additional built-in storage. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and includes a refrigerator and gas stove. Conveniently located near USC, Exposition Park, BMO Stadium, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, museums, public transportation, and major freeways. One parking space and onsite laundry are included. Water is paid by the owner. Tenant pays gas and electricity. The property is equipped with solar panels, which may help keep electricity costs lower. Security Deposit: $2,500 No pets *** minimum requirements to rent the unit; You will need at least a credit score of 675 with no items in collections. Earn at least 2 1/2 times of the rental amount. Three months of pay check stubs and three months of bank statements. A clear criminal/background check. |
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Amenities for 1236 Leighton Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Stove and Refrigerator |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 1236 Leighton Ave
Bright and spacious two-bedroom, one-bath apartment located at 1236 Leighton Ave. The unit features a large living room with plenty of natural light, wood flooring throughout, mirrored bedroom closets, and additional built-in storage. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and includes a refrigerator and gas stove. Conveniently located near USC, Exposition Park, BMO Stadium, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, museums, public transportation, and major freeways. One parking space and onsite laundry are included. Water is paid by the owner. Tenant pays gas and electricity. The property is equipped with solar panels, which may help keep electricity costs lower. Security Deposit: $2,500 No pets *** minimum requirements to rent the unit; You will need at least a credit score of 675 with no items in collections. Earn at least 2 1/2 times of the rental amount. Three months of pay check stubs and three months of bank statements. A clear criminal/background check.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1236 Leighton Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1236 Leighton 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.
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.
1236 Leighton Ave 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·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.
1236 Leighton Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including stove and refrigerator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1236 Leighton 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.
1236 Leighton 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1236 Leighton Ave to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 1236 Leighton Ave compares to other nearby properties.
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Rent trends in Congress North
2-bedroom apartments at 1236 Leighton Ave cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Congress North.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Congress North
Los Angeles
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $1,651 |
| July 2026 | $1,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,600 |
| September 2024 | $1,548 |
| October 2024 | $1,643 |
| November 2024 | $1,657 |
| December 2024 | $1,654 |
| January 2025 | $1,649 |
| February 2025 | $1,633 |
| March 2025 | $1,625 |
| April 2025 | $1,591 |
| May 2025 | $1,597 |
| June 2025 | $1,604 |
| July 2025 | $1,500 |
| August 2025 | $1,495 |
| September 2025 | $1,589 |
| October 2025 | $1,468 |
| November 2025 | $1,536 |
| December 2025 | $1,602 |
| January 2026 | $1,568 |
| February 2026 | $1,600 |
| March 2026 | $1,575 |
| April 2026 | $1,500 |
| May 2026 | $1,500 |
| June 2026 | $1,635 |
| July 2026 | $1,597 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1236 Leighton Ave
Normandie Avenue Elementary School
4505 s raymond ave
los angeles, CA, 90037
K-5Public
C
Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
1925 budlong ave
los angeles, CA, 90007
K-10Public
Marlton
4000 santo tomas dr
los angeles, CA, 90008
K-12Public
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 North | Los Angeles, CA
Getting around Los Angeles near 1236 Leighton Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
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 1236 Leighton Ave, Los Angeles
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Super Mercado
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J Luis Meat Market
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Garcia's Market
1177 W Vernon Ave
Superior Grocers
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Jazmin Market
4425 S Normandie Ave
Marios Thrift Shop
1454 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Mr Birds Exotic Boots Shoes
4106 S Budlong Ave
Ben Dickies Inc
910 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
B J Clothes
910 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Cariboutique
1057 W 42nd Pl
South La Cafe
1700 Browning Blvd
Sugar Doughnuts
809 W Vernon Ave
DRNK Coffee + Tea
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Vicks Coffee
624 W 43rd Pl
Ground Zero Performance Cafe
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Rock & Reilly's
3201 S Hoover St
Buffalo Wild Wings
3800 S Figueroa St
Gents Lounge LLC
2723 Kenwood Ave
Arabian Nights Vape & Smoke Shop, Hookah & Cigar Lounge
3014 S Figueroa St
Nine O One Club
2902 S Figueroa St
Alovita Life Products USA
1234 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Zacatecas Meat Market
1286 W 39th St
Western Plaza Fish Market
4042 S Western Ave
Guatepan Bakery
982 W Vernon Ave
Alondra Mini Market
3765 S Western Ave
Rolland Curtis Park
W. M. Keck Foundation Amphitheatre
Jesse A. Brewer Jr. Park
Martin Luther King Junior Park
Exposition Park
Burger Factory II Inc
1358 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Taco Bell
1401 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
KFC
1425 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Jack in the Box
1441 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
La Fiesta Restaurant & Bakery
1442 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
MLK Jr. / Normandie Ave.
DASH Leimert / Slausonloop
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