Zip code 90005, Mar 2026 to May 2026, from the Redfin Data Center. Koreatown spans several zips (90005, 90006, 90010, 90020 and 90057), and sales here are mostly condos, so treat these figures as 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.
The Pellissier Building and Wiltern Theatre opened in 1931 at Wilshire and Western, a green terra cotta Art Deco tower by Stiles O. Clements of Morgan, Walls and Clements, with a theater by G. Albert Lansburgh. Saved from demolition in 1979 and restored in the 1980s, it still anchors the corner where Wilshire's great boulevard architecture meets the heart of Koreatown.
The homes
Koreatown is LA's most urban neighborhood outside Downtown, and most homes here are in buildings. The side streets are lined with 1920s and 1930s apartment buildings, many with Art Deco or Spanish details, courtyards and vintage lobbies. Along Wilshire Boulevard and the bigger cross streets you'll find condo towers, newer mid-rises and converted older buildings, many with views across the city.
Single-family houses are mostly on the edges. Streets to the west and south, in historic districts like Wilshire Park, Country Club Park and Windsor Village, have 1910s and 1920s Craftsman, Spanish and Colonial Revival homes on regular city lots. If you're looking at a condo, it's worth comparing HOA dues, parking and building age along with price.
The feel
- Wilshire Boulevard is the spine, with landmarks like the Wiltern and the 1929 Bullocks Wilshire building, a copper-topped Art Deco tower that was once a department store.
- Restaurants and nightlife fill nearly every block and strip mall, from Korean barbecue and soup houses to karaoke rooms and bars that stay open late.
- Spas and bathhouses are a Koreatown specialty, with several large ones open long hours.
- Hotels and rooftops along Wilshire, including the Line Hotel and the restored Hotel Normandie, add bars and restaurants with city views.
Eat, drink, shop
- Soban (W Olympic Blvd). A casual Korean restaurant known for a generous banchan spread and excellent braised dishes. The Infatuation
- Park's BBQ (S Vermont Ave). Korean barbecue built around top-quality meat and combo platters. The Infatuation
- Kobawoo House (S Vermont Ave). A Koreatown classic since 1983 for boiled pork belly, savory pancakes and soups. The Infatuation
- Dan Sung Sa (W 6th St). A dark, late-night Korean bar serving skewers, pancakes and spicy bar food. The Infatuation
- Guelaguetza (W Olympic Blvd). A big Oaxacan restaurant known for its moles, tlayudas and live music. The Infatuation
- Open Market (Wilshire Blvd). A cafe and mini-mart in an office building, making creative sandwiches. The Infatuation
Getting around
Koreatown is one of the best-connected parts of LA. The Metro D Line stops at Wilshire/Vermont, Wilshire/Normandie and Wilshire/Western, the B Line runs from Wilshire/Vermont to Hollywood and the Valley, and Union Station is a short ride away. By car, Downtown is often 10 to 15 minutes off-peak, the 10 and 101 are close, and Hancock Park, Hollywood and West Adams are nearby. Parking is the challenge: many older buildings have limited spaces, so check what comes with a unit.
What's new
- The D Line goes west. On May 8, 2026, Metro extended the D Line subway from Wilshire/Western to new stations at Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega. Sections through Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood are under construction. (Fox LA)
- LACMA's David Geffen Galleries. The museum's Peter Zumthor-designed building opened on April 19, 2026, a few stops west on Wilshire. (LACMA)
Good to know
- Rent stabilization. Many Koreatown apartment buildings were built before 1978 and fall under the City's rent stabilization rules, which matters if you're buying a duplex or small building. Verify the rules for the specific property with the City.
- Condo homework. Read HOA budgets, reserve studies and meeting minutes, and ask about special assessments, parking and any planned building work.
- Historic districts. Wilshire Park, Country Club Park, Windsor Village and other nearby areas are Historic Preservation Overlay Zones, so exterior changes visible from the street generally need review.
- Transfer taxes. The City of LA has an additional transfer tax (Measure ULA) on sales above certain price thresholds. Ask your escrow officer how it applies.
Questions people ask
Is Koreatown part of Los Angeles?
Yes. Koreatown is a neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles, roughly between Vermont and Western Avenues and Third Street and Olympic Boulevard by the City's boundaries. City of LA rules apply, including rent stabilization on many pre-1978 apartment buildings and the City's transfer tax on higher-priced sales.
What kind of homes are in Koreatown?
Koreatown is mostly multi-unit: 1920s and 1930s apartment buildings in Art Deco and Spanish styles, plus condos and newer high-rises along Wilshire. Single-family streets with Craftsman and Spanish homes sit on the edges, including historic districts such as Wilshire Park and Country Club Park.
Is there a subway in Koreatown?
Yes. The Metro D Line runs under Wilshire Boulevard with stations at Wilshire/Vermont, Wilshire/Normandie and Wilshire/Western, and the B Line also stops at Wilshire/Vermont. Since May 2026 the D Line continues west to new stations at La Brea, Fairfax and La Cienega.
What is Koreatown known for?
Koreatown is known for Korean barbecue and soup houses, late-night restaurants and bars, karaoke and spas, and for historic Wilshire Boulevard landmarks like the Wiltern and the Bullocks Wilshire building. It is also one of the most central, transit-connected parts of LA.
