1271 W 81st Street, Los Angeles, California 90044, Los Angeles, 90044 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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1271 W 81st Street
Los Angeles, California 90044
ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
2Beds
1Baths
1,384Sq Ft
4,074Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$799,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$719,288
11% AboveMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This 1930s Vermont Knolls Residence is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $815,000—positioned well above the $716,913 Fair Market Value by -13%. While currently priced above market, the property features a Condition Rating of 3, offering a move-in ready interior with contemporary updates and burlwood-style doors. The ADU buildout potential and 5-car parking capacity provide significant value-add utility. This home is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a flexible, character-rich property with long-term development upside.
Estimated Market Value
$719,288
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Los Angeles.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1271 W 81st Street Subject 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,384 sqft · $520 | $799,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,384 | $520 | - |
A 1262 W 80th Street Sold 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,270 sqft · $602 · 0.0 mi | $765,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,270 | $602 | 0.0 mi |
B 1260 W 81st Street Sold 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sqft · $588 · 0.0 mi | $825,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,404 | $588 | 0.0 mi |
C 1030 W 80th Sold 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,388 sqft · $488 · 0.3 mi | $677,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,388 | $488 | 0.3 mi |
D 1255 W 85th Street Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,696 sqft · $475 · 0.3 mi | $805,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,696 | $475 | 0.3 mi |
E 940 W 73rd Sold 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,339 sqft · $527 · 0.7 mi | $705,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,339 | $527 | 0.7 mi |
F 1260 W 81st Active 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sqft · $569 · 0.1 mi | $799,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,404 | $569 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Good
TeardownExcellent
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1936, the property features contemporary updates including newer kitchen appliances and flooring. The interior is well-maintained with fresh paint and functional living spaces, meeting the criteria for a move-in ready home with a renovation age likely within the 5-15 year range.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
High School: Middle College High School (9/10).
- Architectural Character & Modern Updates
This 1930s home features preserved architectural details like crown moldings and burlwood-style doors, seamlessly blended with contemporary updates including a newer kitchen and fresh interior paint.
- Versatile Living Space
With approximately 1,384 square feet and two additional bonus rooms, the floor plan offers exceptional flexibility for a home office, den, or potential junior bedrooms, making it feel much larger than a standard two-bedroom.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Limited Bathroom Count
Despite the generous square footage and multiple bonus rooms, the home only features one bathroom, which may be a significant drawback for families or multi-resident living.
- Underperforming Local Schools
The majority of the assigned public schools in the immediate vicinity have low ratings, ranging from 1 to 4, which may impact the property's appeal to education-focused buyers.
About 1271 W 81st Street
PRICE IMPORVEMENT FOR MOTIVATED SALE. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! House is LARGER then noted online and tax record. Home is approximately 1384 sq. ft. This home is beautiful. Tastefully remodeled and updated. Not overdone so you can still add your own style. Home utilizes open space well. Higher than normal ceilings throughout. House is very clean and ready for move in! Home larger than most 2 bd. 1 ba. in area. Located in highly sought out section of Vermont Knolls. Beautiful home located in a nice private end section. Adjoining Manchester Square area. This home is a generous 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath with contemporary updates for today's family or work balance lifestyle. Interior space has great floor plan for living areas and sleep separation for multi residents and family. Spacious 2-bedroom home offers an open, floor plan ideal for entertaining, family gatherings, and work-from-home living. The home features a formal dining room, an inviting living room with gorgeous original wood-burning fireplace, and large windows that fills the space with natural light and fresh air. Beautiful crown moldings, architectural details, and distinctive high-quality burlwood-style doors throughout add warmth and character in a modern home. In addition to the two bedrooms, there are two bonus rooms, offering creativity for an office, den, receiving room, or potentially an additional bedroom space, 2 story suite or junior bedroom with minimal modification. Additional highlights includes new fresh white painted interior, newer kitchen and laundry appliances and flooring, an interior laundry room, ample parking for approximately 5 cars, plus a detached 2-car garage with potential ADU buildout. The backyard and adjoining carport offer added privacy from neighboring properties, and the carport area was recently reglazed for new owners. Home is ready to move in for short escrow. Conveniently located near schools, parks, places of worship, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. This home is a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking space, character, flexibility, and a strong sense of community in the desirable Vermont Knolls area of Los Angeles.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1936
- Lot Size
- 4,074 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Los Angeles Unified Schools
Raymond Avenue Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
3/10
Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., Primary Center
Grades K • 0.7 mi
0/10
La Salle Avenue Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.7 mi
3/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,384 | 1,670.836 |
| Lot Size | 4,074 | 6,152.156 |
| Price | $799.0K | $1.34M |
| Price per sq ft | $577 | $807 |
| Built year | 1936 | 1941 |
| HOA | $0 | $238 |
| Days on market | 112 | 56 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 12, 2026
$799,000
$815,000
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Jul 20, 2026
$815,000
Initial Listing