Citrus Square is a historically and architecturally cohesive residential neighborhood encompassing 782 properties next to Hancock Park. The district is generally recognized as being bounded by Sycamore Avenue to the west, Citrus Avenue to the east, 3rd Street to the south, and Clinton Street to the north. While these streets form the widely understood borders, the neighborhood is also situated between Highland and La Brea Avenues, and lies between 3rd Street and Rosewood Avenue—placing it firmly within the heart of Los Angeles’ Mid-City area.

The Citrus Square neighborhood was developed as a single residential tract between 1924 and 1948 by prominent developer George Allan Hancock, who is also known for creating the nearby Hancock Park. Designed with a strong sense of architectural unity, the area features a mix of thoughtfully designed single-family homes and duplexes, particularly concentrated on the eastern side near Highland Avenue. The western edge, closer to La Brea Avenue, includes a combination of single-family residences and modestly scaled apartment buildings, which blend harmoniously with the surrounding homes.

Thanks to its well-preserved housing stock and distinctive period architecture—much of which remains intact since its original development—the neighborhood maintains a strong sense of place and historical continuity. These qualities contributed to Citrus Square’s formal recognition by preservation authorities. The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Office of Historic Preservation has listed the district in the National Register of Historic Places, and it is also included in the California Register of Historical Resources as a result of its national designation.

The neighborhood’s consistent architectural character, largely unaltered streetscapes, and historical significance make Citrus Square a valued example of early-to-mid 20th century residential development in Los Angeles.