
Glendale, California 91202
Analysis of 1028 San Rafael, Glendale, California 91202 is currently available with a list price of $2,100,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Glendale Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is move-in ready.
This 1927 Spanish-style 4plex exhibits high pride of ownership with an exterior in excellent condition, featuring professional landscaping, updated outdoor lighting, and well-maintained terra cotta tiling. While interior photos of kitchens and bathrooms are not provided, the listing confirms significant system upgrades including central air and heat in three of the four units and in-unit laundry in the front unit, suggesting the property is move-in ready and well-maintained.
This unique 4plex across two separate buildings offers excellent flexibility for an owner-user to live in one unit while generating significant income from the others, or for a pure investor to capitalize on the high-demand Glendale rental market.
Built in 1927 and located in the desirable Casa Verdugo Villa Tract, this 'Spanish Charmer' features authentic character, including a large courtyard and terra cotta tile patios, which enhances tenant retention and property value.
The majority of the units are equipped with central air and heat, and the front unit includes convenient in-unit laundry facilities, providing the modern comforts expected by high-quality tenants.
The studio unit (1028 A) lacks the central HVAC found in the other three units, relying instead on a wall unit, which may result in lower rental demand or price points for that specific space.
With only three 1-car garages available for a four-unit property, one unit is left without dedicated covered parking, potentially complicating tenant logistics and street parking requirements.
Spanish Charmer in the heart of Glendale's Casa Verdugo Villa Tract. This unique 4plex offers an amazing investment or multiple owner user options. There are 2 buildings on the premise. FRONT BUILDING: 1028 and 1030 San Rafael. 1028 is a one bedroom plus a tandem nursery with 1 bath and 802 sq ft with washer and dryer inside. 1030 San Rafael is an unusually large 1 bedroom 1 bath unit with 938 sq ft f living space with a large open patio terra cota tiles and portico. The front unit is separate from the rear building with a large courtyard. REAR BUILDING: 1028 A and 1028 B are as follows. 1028 A is a studio unit with 347 sq ft of space plus a converted garage of 184 sq ft. This is the only until with a wall unit. All the other units have central air and heat. 1028 B San Rafael is a large 2nd floor 2 bedroom 1 bath unit with 1,130 sq ft. There are THREE 1 car garages. One for each unit, EXCEPT 1028 A. All the units have central air and heat, except 1028 A, which has a wall unit.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,212 | 3,383.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 8,603 | 7,414 | 50% |
| Price | $2.10M | $1.90M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $654 | $566 | 50% |
| Built year | 1927 | 1938 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 34 | 102 | 50% |
Apr 21, 2026
$2,100,000
$2,300,000
-9% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Mar 19, 2026
$2,300,000
Initial Listing
Nov 22, 2013
$1,057,500
Public Record
Jul 14, 1994
$260,000
Public Record