Zip code 90041, Mar 2026 to May 2026, from the Redfin Data Center. Glassell Park's own zip, 90065, isn't in our price data, so these figures are for neighboring 90041 (Eagle Rock) and are only a rough guide. Zip codes don't line up neatly with neighborhood borders, and medians hide a wide range of homes, so treat these as a rough feel for the area.
Southern Pacific took over the Taylor Milling site beside the Los Angeles River in 1911, and Taylor Yard grew into the railroad's main freight hub for Los Angeles, at its busiest in the 1950s. After switching operations ended in 1985, the land was slowly reclaimed, and Rio de Los Angeles State Park opened on part of it in April 2007. The rest of the old yard along the river is now being planned, piece by piece, as a chain of new parks and wetlands.
The homes
Glassell Park climbs from the Los Angeles River and San Fernando Road up into the hills between Eagle Rock and Mount Washington. Subdivisions began selling in 1907, and the flatter streets near Verdugo Road and Eagle Rock Boulevard are lined with 1910s and 1920s Craftsman bungalows and Spanish homes on modest lots. Higher up, streets twist into the hills, with homes from the 1920s through mid-century and plenty of newer contemporary builds, many with views of the San Gabriels, Griffith Park or Downtown.
Lots on the slopes are often steep, with houses set well above or below the street. Duplexes and small apartment buildings sit along the main boulevards. Nearby Eagle Rock and Atwater Village share a similar mix of bungalows and hillside homes.
The feel
- Eagle Rock Boulevard and Verdugo Road carry most of the restaurants, cafes and bars, many in older storefronts and low-key strip malls.
- Rio de Los Angeles State Park has big lawns, sports fields and trails, with the LA River bike path just beyond.
- The Van de Kamp Bakery building, a 1930 landmark near San Fernando Road with Dutch-inspired gables, is a City Historic-Cultural Monument.
- Hillside views open up across the neighborhood, from the San Gabriel Mountains to Griffith Park and the Downtown skyline.
Eat, drink, shop
- Dunsmoor (Eagle Rock Blvd). A Southern-leaning restaurant in an Art Deco building where nearly everything is cooked over a wood fire. The Infatuation
- Bub & Grandma's (Eagle Rock Blvd). A sunny daytime deli and bakery for sandwiches, bread and pies, with dinner and live jazz on some evenings. Time Out
- Little Ripper (Verdugo Rd). An Australian-style cafe by day that turns into a natural wine bar at night. The Infatuation
- Lemon Poppy Kitchen (Verdugo Rd). A small cafe serving Romanian breakfast favorites, house pastries and stuffed flatbreads. Time Out
- Verdugo Bar (Verdugo Rd). A relaxed bar with a great back patio and a long beer list. The Infatuation
Getting around
Glassell Park sits between the 2 and the 5, so Downtown is often 15 minutes off-peak, Glendale is minutes away, and Burbank and Pasadena are usually 15 to 20 minutes. The 134 is close for the Valley, and the LA River bike path runs along the neighborhood's southern edge. Silver Lake and Highland Park are each a short drive. Hillside streets are narrow and winding, with tight street parking.
What's new
- More river parks at Taylor Yard. A 3.2-acre Bowtie wetland demonstration project has been completed with The Nature Conservancy and State Parks, the remaining 14.8-acre Bowtie State Park is expected to break ground in 2027, and groundbreaking on the Paseo del Rio greenway along the river, at the 42-acre G2 parcel, is anticipated in 2030. (MRCA)
- North Hollywood to Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit. Construction began in Pasadena in April 2026 on this mostly dedicated-lane bus line, with three stations planned in neighboring Eagle Rock and service targeted in time for the 2028 Olympics. (Metro)
Good to know
- Hillside rules and fire zones. Homes in the hills can fall under the City's hillside regulations and in fire hazard severity zones, which can affect expansions and insurance. Check the specific address early.
- Steep lots. Look closely at retaining walls, drainage, foundations and stairways during inspections, and ask for permit history on additions.
- City of LA rules apply, including rent stabilization on many pre-1978 multi-unit buildings and the City's transfer tax on higher-priced sales. Verify current thresholds with the City.
Questions people ask
Is Glassell Park part of Los Angeles?
Yes. Glassell Park is a neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles, annexed in 1912 and 1916, so City of LA rules apply, including hillside regulations, rent stabilization on many pre-1978 multi-unit buildings and the City's transfer tax on higher-priced sales. Glendale borders it to the north.
What kind of homes are in Glassell Park?
Mostly single-family homes: 1910s and 1920s Craftsman bungalows and Spanish homes on the flatter streets, and hillside houses from the 1920s through mid-century and today on the slopes, many with views. Duplexes and small apartment buildings sit along the main boulevards.
How far is Glassell Park from Downtown LA?
Downtown is often 15 minutes from Glassell Park outside rush hour via the 2 or the 5. Glendale, Eagle Rock, Atwater Village and Silver Lake are all close, and Burbank and Pasadena are usually 15 to 20 minutes away.
What is Glassell Park named after?
Glassell Park is named for Andrew Glassell, a Los Angeles attorney who received part of the old Rancho San Rafael in the land partition of 1871. Several streets, including Drew Street, Toland Way and Andrita Street, carry the names of Glassell relatives.
