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Wilshire Corridor HOA Dues by Building
Monthly Wilshire Corridor HOA dues observed for ten high-rise buildings, based on MLS active and sold listings from January 2025 through May 2026.
HOA fees on the Wilshire Corridor 90024 vary widely, from roughly $1,500 to $13,000 a month, as each building has a different operating budget, reserve level, and cost structure. Homeowners association boards and management companies construct the operating budget based on priorities, including building age, staffing, insurance, utilities, maintenance, reserve requirements and service levels.
The method of allocating monthly dues also varies, with most HOA boards utilizing a cost-per-square-foot method, while others use a modified flat-fee approach. Native Angelino Real Estate combines MLS-derived HOA data, public records, building-level knowledge, and proprietary research to evaluate Wilshire Corridor monthly dues, trends, and exceptions.
Observed and Adjusted Monthly Dues Across Ten Wilshire Corridor Buildings
The first chart below plots all 104 observed units by monthly dues against unit size, with a trend line showing how dues move with square footage across the 10 building Wilshire Corridor analysis. The second groups units by building and ranks the ten buildings from lowest to highest observed and adjusted monthly dues. Together they give owners, investors, buyers, and sellers a reference point for weighing any single building against its peers.
R² = 0.57 measures how well that single line fits the 104 dots. It means about 57 percent of the variation in monthly dues across those units is accounted for by unit size, and the remaining 43 percent is not explained by size.
Methodology
This analysis uses MLS active and sold listing data from January 1, 2025 through May 1, 2026, covering 104 qualifying units across ten Wilshire Corridor buildings. Monthly dues were reviewed by building and unit size to create an adjusted building level comparison. MLS HOA data is directional and may reflect incomplete, stale, rounded, or inconsistently entered figures. Final dues, assessments, included services, insurance, and owner obligations must be verified through escrow disclosures, assessment statements, CC&Rs, budgets, reserve studies, and building management.
Disclosures
Source: MLS listings, public data, and Native Angelino proprietary research.
CCR variance: HOA inclusions and calculation methods vary by building. Some include earthquake insurance and special assessments (HOA 1 and 2), some do not. Read each building's CCRs before any decision.
Author: Tom Levine is a licensed real estate broker active on the Wilshire Corridor. Independent analysis, not property valuation or investment advice.
* The Wilshire: true all in carry per single unit is approximately $5,000 monthly ancillary expenses and earthquake insurance. ** Wilshire Terrace: co operative ownership structure. *** The Californian: small sample size overstates reference monthly HOA dues.
| Building | Address | Avg monthly dues | Units observed |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Comstock | 865 & 875 Comstock Avenue | $2,444 | 16 |
| Blair House | 10490 Wilshire Blvd | $3,600 | 21 |
| Wilshire Terrace | 10375 Wilshire Blvd | $3,977 | 7 |
| The Remington | 10727 Wilshire Blvd | $4,034 | 12 |
| Wilshire House | 10601 Wilshire Blvd | $4,190 | 12 |
| La Tour | 10380 Wilshire Blvd | $4,201 | 5 |
| The Carlyle | 10776 Wilshire Blvd | $4,351 | 9 |
| The Wilshire | 10580 Wilshire Blvd | $4,608 | 14 |
| The Californian | 10800 Wilshire Blvd | $5,568 | 3 |
| Beverly West | 1200 Club View Drive | $7,671 | 5 |
HOA Dues Frequently Asked Questions
How much are HOA dues on the Wilshire Corridor?
HOA dues on the Wilshire Corridor typically range from $1,500 to $7,500 per month, depending on the building, unit size, age, amenities, operating budget, reserve funding, insurance costs, staffing model, and fee allocation method. A meaningful comparison looks beyond the monthly figure to the building’s services, obligations, reserves, insurance, and long-term maintenance profile.
What is the Difference Between HOA Fees and HOA Dues?
In everyday real estate searches, there is no difference between HOA fees and HOA dues. Homebuyers and real estate agents use the terms interchangeably to describe the recurring monthly or annual costs paid to a homeowners association. However, legally speaking, a property management company or your neighborhood's governing board may refer to regular, ongoing assessments as HOA dues. They typically reserve the word fees for one-time or situational charges, such as transfer fees when buying a home, late payment penalties, or special assessments for major neighborhood repairs.
What do Wilshire Corridor HOA dues cover?
Wilshire Corridor HOA dues generally cover the building’s shared operating expenses, including staff, management, common area maintenance, building insurance, amenities, and reserve funding for major repairs. Many buildings include water and services such as valet, concierge, security, cable, internet, or earthquake insurance. Coverage varies by building, so buyers should confirm each included service, utility, insurance item, and owner responsibility before comparing monthly dues.
What is an HOA special assessment?
An HOA special assessment is an additional charge an association levies to pay for a specific expense that regular dues or existing reserves do not fully cover. Special assessments may be used for major repairs, deferred maintenance, insurance costs, reserve shortfalls, litigation, or unexpected building expenses. In California, an HOA board generally may not impose special assessments that exceed 5 percent of the association’s budgeted gross expenses for that fiscal year without the required member approval, subject to emergency exceptions under California law.
What are CC&Rs?
CC&Rs, short for Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions, are the recorded legal documents that govern a condominium association and bind the owners within the building. They define owner rights, association obligations, use restrictions, maintenance responsibilities, and rules affecting pets, rentals, renovations, parking, architectural changes, and assessments. CC&Rs should be reviewed together with the bylaws, rules and regulations, budget, reserve study, and current HOA disclosures.
Do HOA dues affect my mortgage approval?
HOA dues do affect mortgage approval because lenders count them as part of the buyer’s monthly housing obligation when calculating the debt-to-income ratio. In a condominium purchase, the building itself may also be reviewed for financing eligibility, including reserves, insurance, litigation, special assessments, deferred maintenance, owner occupancy, and HOA questionnaire responses. HOA dues are paid separately from the mortgage, but they still affect affordability and loan qualification.
How do I find the HOA dues for a specific Wilshire Corridor building?
Use current public listing information as a baseline, then confirm the dues with an advisor, broker, or Wilshire Corridor condo specialist, seller disclosures, escrow documents, an assessment statement, or building management. The final number must come from verified unit-specific documents.
What should I ask about HOA dues before buying a Wilshire Corridor condo?
Before buying a Wilshire Corridor condo, ask for the current monthly HOA dues, the history of dues increases, and exactly what the dues cover. Request the current operating budget and reserve balance, latest reserve study, insurance summary, special assessment history, any known or pending assessments, litigation disclosures, and recent board minutes. These documents are fundamental to any analysis of whether the building is properly funded and reserved.