13636 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, California 90280, South Gate, 90280 - 3 bed, 3 bath

13636 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, California 90280 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$714,900
13636 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, California 90280
3Beds
3Baths
1,657Sqft
6,332Lot
Year Built
1940
Close
-
List price
$715K
Original List price
$745K
Price/Sqft
$431
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC25138238
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
ViewNeighborhood

About this home

We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $714.9K(53th), sqft - 1657(90th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 3(90th).

PRICE REDUCED to $714,900! Owner will consider any reasonable offer! The property is offers a great opportunity for families wanting to live together or for investors looking to build ADUs to maximize their investment! This property is classified as a Single-Family Residence, but it has a permitted commercial unit that is currently used as a residential studio apartment. The main house has been split into 2 units, but can easily be reconverted back to a 3-bedroom home if desired. The property has a gross building area of 1,657 square feet, with a net rentable area of 1,561 square feet. The subject site is 6,359 sq ft. The house has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, a large remodeled kitchen, a remodeled bathroom, and newer carpets and flooring. The house is presently rented for $2,178 per month, which includes a single-car garage. Attached to the main house is a 1 bedroom and 1 bath unit with a living room and kitchenette. The unit has a separate entrance at the back and currently rents for $1,617 per month. There is a separate laundry room between the front house and the studio unit. The studio unit was repainted in December 2023 and includes laminate hardwood flooring and a remodeled kitchenette with space for a full-sized refrigerator and stove. The studio rents for $1,687 per month. The total rent is $5,482 per month. The property has a front porch, a back patio, concrete block walls at the back, and a driveway for three cars. The plumbing, including pipes and the water heater, was replaced about 5 years ago. The electrical panel and some wiring have been replaced. According to the Planning Department, the property is eligible for a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADA) and a detached ADU of up to 1,000 square feet. This will enable the transformation of the subject's garage and studio unit into a legally permitted 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU). An additional ADU up to 1,000 square feet can be constructed in the backyard. We have an email from the city that confirms that they will approve the JADU and ADU on the property.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/07/25
Price Change
$714,900-2.1%
08/20/25
Price Change
$729,900
06/21/25
Listing
$745,000
Condition Rating
Good

Despite being built in 1940, this property has undergone significant and recent updates. The plumbing, including pipes and the water heater, was replaced approximately 5 years ago, and the electrical panel and some wiring have also been updated, ensuring major systems are functional and within their expected lifespan. The main house features a 'large remodeled kitchen' and a 'remodeled bathroom,' along with newer carpets and flooring. The studio unit was repainted in December 2023 and includes laminate hardwood flooring and a remodeled kitchenette. While the visible studio bathroom is basic, the overall description points to substantial renovations in key areas, making the property move-in ready with no immediate major renovations required, aligning with the 'Good' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Significant ADU/JADU Potential: The property offers confirmed eligibility from the city for a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) and an additional detached ADU of up to 1,000 square feet, providing substantial future income or living space expansion opportunities.
Strong Current Rental Income: The property currently generates a total of $5,482 per month from its existing multi-unit configuration, offering immediate and attractive cash flow for investors.
Flexible Property Configuration: The main house, currently split into two units, can be easily reconverted back into a 3-bedroom home, offering versatility for multi-generational living or traditional single-family use.
Updated Essential Systems: Key infrastructure such as plumbing (pipes and water heater) and the electrical panel/some wiring were replaced approximately 5 years ago, reducing immediate maintenance concerns for critical systems.
Recent Interior Upgrades: The main house features a large remodeled kitchen, a remodeled bathroom, and newer carpets and flooring, while the studio unit was repainted in December 2023 with laminate hardwood flooring and a remodeled kitchenette.

Cons

Complex & Potentially Non-Conforming Configuration: The property, classified as a Single-Family Residence, is currently divided into multiple units, including a permitted commercial unit used residentially and a split main house, which may lead to permitting complexities or financing challenges for buyers seeking a traditional residential setup.
Older Construction: Built in 1940, the property carries the inherent risks and potential for higher maintenance demands associated with an older structure, despite some recent system updates.
Limited Traditional Single-Family Appeal: The current multi-unit setup and the need for reconversion to a 3-bedroom home might deter buyers specifically looking for a move-in ready, traditional single-family residence without modifications.

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