1210 E 42nd Place, Los Angeles, California 90011, Los Angeles, 90011 - bed, bath
ACTIVE$820,000
1210 E 42nd Place, Los Angeles, California 90011
0Bed
0Bath
1Sqft
6,037Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
Estimation data not available
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Income-Generating Duplex: The property consists of two separate units, each with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, offering immediate potential for rental income or owner-occupancy with supplemental income.
Top Cons:
Historic Age & Potential for Updates: Built in 1912, the property is over a century old, likely requiring significant capital expenditure for system upgrades (plumbing, electrical), structural maintenance, and modern renovations.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$820.0K vs avg $672.0K (+$148,000)81%
Size:1 sqft vs avg 1,963 sqft4%
Price/sqft:$820.0K vs avg $34596%
More Insights
Built in 1912 (113 years old).
Condition: Built in 1912, this property is over 110 years old. There is no indication of recent major renovations in the description or images. The absence of photos for key areas like the kitchen and bathrooms strongly suggests they are in very outdated or poor condition, requiring complete renovation. All major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roof) are likely original or very old and would require substantial replacement or upgrades, aligning with the 'Poor' category's requirement for substantial repairs and rehabilitation.
Year Built
1912
Close
-
List price
$820K
Original List price
$900K
Price/Sqft
$820,000
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PW25056193
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
TWO UNITS FOR SALE IN LOS ANGELES***EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS*** FRONT UNIT 3 BEDROOMS*** 1 BATH*** SECOND UNIT 3 BEDROOMS***1 BATH***
Nearby schools
3/10
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.3mi
2/10
Harmony Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
3/10
Sally Ride Elementary: A Smart Academy
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
4/10
Ascot Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
4/10
Nevin Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.6mi
4/10
Quincy Jones Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
2/10
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
2/10
Hooper Avenue Elementary School
Public,•1-5•0.7mi
2/10
Aurora Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
3/10
Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
2/10
Holmes Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.1mi
5/10
Twentieth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
5/10
Estrella Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
5/10
Lillian Street Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.6mi
5/10
Pacific Boulevard School
Public,•K-5•2.0mi
3/10
George Washington Carver Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.5mi
2/10
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academies-School Of Business And Technology
Public,•6-8•0.7mi
3/10
Los Angeles Academy Middle
Public,•6-8•1.2mi
6/10
Vernon City Elementary School
Public,•K-7•1.3mi
3/10
Thomas A. Edison Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.7mi
3/10
Henry T. Gage Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.7mi
2/10
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
Public,•9-12•0.2mi
3/10
Nava College Preparatory Academy
Public,•9-12•0.3mi
5/10
Santee Education Complex
Public,•9-12•1.6mi
4/10
Huntington Park Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.4mi
3/10
John C. Fremont Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.7mi
5/10
STEM Academy of Boyle Heights HS
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
5/10
Felicitas And Gonzalo Mendez High
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
09/14/18
Sold
$530,000
01/09/12
Sold
$340,000
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1912, this property is over 110 years old. There is no indication of recent major renovations in the description or images. The absence of photos for key areas like the kitchen and bathrooms strongly suggests they are in very outdated or poor condition, requiring complete renovation. All major systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roof) are likely original or very old and would require substantial replacement or upgrades, aligning with the 'Poor' category's requirement for substantial repairs and rehabilitation.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Income-Generating Duplex: The property consists of two separate units, each with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, offering immediate potential for rental income or owner-occupancy with supplemental income.
Significant Price Reduction: The list price has been reduced by $80,000 from its original $900,000, indicating potential value and seller motivation for a quicker sale.
First-Time Buyer Opportunity: Explicitly marketed as an 'EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS,' suggesting it may be competitively priced or offer specific benefits for this demographic.
Generous Lot Size: A substantial 6037 sqft lot provides ample outdoor space and potential for future expansion, landscaping, or the addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), subject to local zoning.
Urban Location & School Proximity: Located in Los Angeles, a high-demand market, with several schools, including highly-rated ones, within a short distance, enhancing its appeal to families.
Cons
Historic Age & Potential for Updates: Built in 1912, the property is over a century old, likely requiring significant capital expenditure for system upgrades (plumbing, electrical), structural maintenance, and modern renovations.
Low Bathroom Count per Unit: Each 3-bedroom unit features only one bathroom, which can be a functional drawback for larger families or multiple tenants, potentially impacting desirability and rental rates.
Missing/Inaccurate Square Footage: The listed square footage of '1' is clearly erroneous, making it impossible to accurately assess the living space, calculate price per square foot, or effectively compare value against similar properties.