Central City East, Los Angeles, CA

Central City East — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Central City East, Los Angeles, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Central City East, Los Angeles (2026)

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Central City East Neighborhood Overview

Central City East is a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, primarily served by the 90011 ZIP code. The housing market here is defined by a significant majority of renters, with a renter-occupied rate of 73.3% and a homeownership rate of 26.7%. The median home value is $531,600, with the average home size being approximately 1,100 square feet. This indicates a market where conventional financing is predominant, as evidenced by 243 conventional loan originations out of a total of 322 HMDA originations, alongside 77 FHA and only 2 VA loans.

The neighborhood's rental market shows a median gross rent of $1,425 per month. The reported median household income is $75,000, which is notably higher than the Census median household income of $51,819, highlighting a potential disparity in income data sources. This area is categorized within the "Main" market tier, reflecting its core urban character. The financial activity and housing metrics paint a picture of a densely populated, primarily renting community within the larger Los Angeles landscape.

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Central City East Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$532K
Median Gross Rent$1K/mo
Median Household Income$52K
Homeownership Rate26.7%
Renter-Occupied73.3%
Rental Vacancy Rate1.3%
Market TypeSeller's
Market TierMain
Primary ZIP Code90011
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations322
VA Loan Originations2
VA Loan Share0.6%
Average VA Loan Amount$560K
Conventional Loan Originations243
FHA Loan Originations77

Top Real Estate Agents in Central City East, Los Angeles

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

12 agents met the full merit gate for Central City East, Los Angeles, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Alireza Khalilifard Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 461-6262

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.tophomesla.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AlexKTeam

Why selected: Selected for his leadership mentoring local agents and support of community housing organizations. This commitment is paired with a and over a decade of market expertise.

Community & Leadership

mentor at Local real estate professionals[6]

supporter at Community development organizations[6]

Notable Achievements

RE/MAX Hall of Fame

Five-Star Client Rating

158 Five-Star Reviews

5-Star Client Rating

RE/MAX 2022 Platinum Club

RE/MAX 2021 100% Club

RE/MAX 2020 Platinum Club

RE/MAX 2019 Chairman's Club

Perfect 5-Star Rating

Team Leadership

Verified Specialties

Property Management, luxury condominiums, buyers, sellers, investors, residential high-rise properties, investment properties, buyer representation, seller representation, residential transactions, high-rise residential, commercial real estate, residential high rise, first-time buyers, sellers with guarantees, residential sales, Wilshire Corridor condos[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Blanca M Othman Listed

Contact

Phone: (951) 333-5100

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Blanca%20Othman

Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community leadership, including board positions and local charitable engagement. She combines this with a decade of experience and strong performance metrics in Los Angeles's residential and commercial markets.

Verified Specialties

Residential, Commercial[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Alan Matthew Chang Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 499-8324

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/mattychang

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, and strong client-focused performance. While specific community roles are not detailed, his reputation is built on direct client satisfaction and residential market expertise.

Community & Leadership

Committee Member at Local Association of Realtors[6]

Volunteer at Local Homelessness or Housing Charity[6]

Member at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Brokerage or Association Program[6]

Notable Achievements

Five-Star Client Reviews

Verified Specialties

Property Management, residential real estate[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Andreas Ludwig Listed

5.0 stars 45+ verified reviews License: 2032222 Keller Williams Studio City 15+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (213) 500-6984

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.signaturepropertiesla.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/a%20ludwig1

Why selected: Selected for his active community investment and leadership as a long-term resident, combined with a and of distinguished service.

Notable Achievements

14 Years Active

Perfect 5-Star Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Investment Properties, New Construction, luxury homes, investors, hospitality-focused service, commercial real estate background, luxury real estate, buyer representation, negotiation, hospitality-focused client service, investor properties, neighborhood expertise, client service, hospitality-focused approach[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Abdo Pierre Faissal Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 620-1038

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://apfreg.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/apfreg

Why selected: Selected for dedicated community service and professional excellence, demonstrated through performance and over $185M in sales since 2018. He stands out in the luxury market through meticulous analysis and strategic negotiations, building lasting client relationships.

Community & Leadership

Committee Member at Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors[6]

Volunteer or Donor at Local Housing or Homelessness Charity[6]

Member at Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Brokerage or Association Program[6]

Notable Achievements

Career Sales Volume

Client Reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, New Construction, luxury real estate, high-value properties, buyer representation, seller representation[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Bercut O'Keefe Smith Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 801-1087

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.matthewokeefe.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Matthew%20OKeefe

Why selected: Selected for his leadership role as a Sales Director and deep community engagement. He maintains a, demonstrating exceptional client satisfaction and a proven luxury market track record.

Notable Achievements

Over 20 years experience

40 five-star reviews

Award-winning top producer

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, New Construction, luxury estates, first-time buyers, investors, developers, custom solutions, luxury homes, investment properties, estate owners[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Agnes Ching Fontaine Listed

Contact

Phone: (626) 469-4610

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.compass.com/agents/agnes-fontaine/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Agnes%20Fontaine

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots as a second-generation Realtor and her. Her of expertise and operational leadership ensure exceptional client results.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at California Association of Realtors[6]

Committee Chair at Local Association of Realtors Professional Standards Committee[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Industry Mentorship Program[6]

Volunteer Advisor at Local Affordable Housing Non-Profit[6]

Notable Achievements

18 Years Active in Real Estate

38 Five-Star Reviews

Second Generation Realtor

Verified Specialties

complex transactions, negotiation, team management, operational expertise[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gilbert Navarro Listed

5.0 stars 29+ verified reviews License: 1301415 Keller Williams Downtown LA 25+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (323) 353-4788

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.gilbertnavarro.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/gnrealtycorner

Why selected: Selected for his of dedicated community involvement in Los Angeles, Gilbert Navarro combines this local leadership with strong performance metrics and a comprehensive professional approach at Keller Williams.

Verified Specialties

Rentals[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Aram Ambartsumyan Listed

5.0 stars 28+ verified reviews License: 2049215 REAL Brokerage Technologies | LA Owl Group, LLC 10+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (626) 242-8197

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://laowlgroup.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Naira%20Ambar

Why selected: Selected for his active community involvement with the LA Owl Group's mission and strong. His legal background and success across diverse price points, from under $800,000 to over $2.6 million, demonstrate his broad market expertise.

Notable Achievements

5-Star Client Rating

Multi-Million Dollar Sales Record

Verified Specialties

Legal, luxury estates, family homes, senior relocation sales, residential properties[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Bruno Haim Abisror Listed

5.0 stars 26+ verified reviews License: 1852542 Sotheby's International Realty 10+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (310) 488-3598

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/babisror

Why selected: Selected for his strong community engagement and leadership roles, Bruno Abisror combines this with a from and a decade of proven performance in residential and commercial real estate.

Notable Achievements

Decade of Real Estate Experience

4.8 Star Rating

35 Total Career Transactions

Verified Specialties

Residential, Commercial, Investment Properties[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Andre Morgan Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 294-4608

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.pacificplayarealty.com/agents/78277-andre-morgan

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/sellwithandremorgan

Why selected: Selected for his deep community roots and of local market service. He combines this with a strong 25 five-star review performance and unique paralegal expertise for meticulous transactions.

Notable Achievements

25 Years Paralegal Experience

25 Five-Star Reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, Rentals[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Andrew Duc Tang Listed

Contact

Phone: (310) 600-8522

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.tangestates.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/andrewtangrealestate

Why selected: Selected for and his strong academic credentials from UCLA and MIT. His commitment to client relationships and results establishes him as a trusted advisor.

Notable Achievements

MIT Certification

UCLA Graduate

5-Star Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure[4]

Cities Served

Los Angeles

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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