1276 W Court Street, Los Angeles, California 90026, Los Angeles, 90026 - 2 bed, 2 bath
1276 W Court Street
Los Angeles, California 90026
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 1276 W Court Street, Los Angeles, California 90026 is currently available with a list price of $1,000,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Los Angeles Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1923, this duplex is explicitly described as requiring 'significant renovation or demolition' due to its 'Advanced Age.' The listing emphasizes its 'redevelopment potential' and 'value-add renovation' rather than its current livability. The exterior image shows a dilapidated facade, worn steps, and general neglect, strongly suggesting the property is in need of substantial repairs and rehabilitation. Without interior photos, it's highly probable that the kitchen and bathrooms are severely outdated and in poor condition, requiring complete replacement. While demolition is an option, the mention of 'repositioning the existing duplex' suggests it's not entirely beyond repair, but would require a massive investment to bring it to modern standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Exceptional Redevelopment Potential
The R4(CW)-75/3-0 zoning with a 75' height limit and 3.0 FAR offers broad flexibility for ground-up multifamily construction, making it highly attractive for investors.
- Strategic Urban Infill Location
Situated in an emerging pocket just west of Downtown Los Angeles, this property is in a high-demand, rapidly improving submarket with excellent access to amenities and transit.
- Significant Assemblage Opportunity
Adjacent parcels (1272 & 1274 W Court St) are available, allowing for the creation of a larger 0.48-acre development site, greatly enhancing its potential for larger projects.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Advanced Age of Existing Structure
Built in 1923, the existing duplex is likely to require significant renovation or demolition, adding substantial costs to any redevelopment or repositioning strategy.
- No Significant Views
The property explicitly states 'View: None,' which can be a disadvantage in the Los Angeles market where views often contribute significantly to property value.
- Investor-Specific Appeal
The property's primary value proposition is its redevelopment potential, which may narrow the buyer pool to experienced investors rather than typical residential homeowners seeking a move-in ready property.
About 1276 W Court Street
Redevelop the site or reposition the existing duplex on an approx. 7,000 SF lot in an emerging pocket just west of Downtown Los Angeles. The R4(CW)-75/3-0 zoning (400 SF of land per dwelling unit, 75' height limit, 3.0 FAR) offers broad flexibility and excellent redevelopment potential.Surrounded by neighborhood amenities, restaurants, and transit options, the property is well-suited for investors pursuing ground-up multifamily construction, a value-add renovation, or a custom long-term hold. A rare urban infill opportunity in a high-demand, rapidly improving submarket.Assemblage Potential - Adjacent parcels (1272 & 1274 W Court St) are available to create a larger combined 0.48-acre development site. See offering memorandum and inquire with agent.Don't miss this opportunity!
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Year Built
- 1923
- Lot Size
- 7,008 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Los Angeles Unified Schools
Betty Plasencia Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.2 mi
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)
Grades K-6 • 0.5 mi
Lake Street Primary School
Grades K-1 • 0.9 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | - | 69% |
| Baths | 2.0 | - | 69% |
| Square foot | 1,806 | 1,950 | 31% |
| Lot Size | 7,008 | 5,892 | 85% |
| Price | $1.00M | $1.09M | 38% |
| Price per sq ft | $554 | $554 | 50% |
| Built year | 1923 | 1928 | 46% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 93 | 197 | 23% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Dec 3, 2025
$1,000,000
Initial Listing