
Los Angeles, California 90019
Analysis of 1415 S Manhattan Place, Los Angeles, California 90019 is currently available with a list price of $2,280,000. 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 Los Angeles 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.
While built in 1906, the property is exceptionally well-maintained and functional. It features significant upgrades including high-end Wolf kitchen appliances, modern mini-split HVAC systems visible in living areas, and a fully permitted newer ADU. The bathrooms and interiors reflect a high level of preservation and periodic updating that makes the home move-in ready rather than dated.
As the former Phyllis Wheatley Home, this property offers immense cultural significance and unique architectural details, including a grand stained-glass staircase and historic charm.
With over 7,500 sqft of living space and a fully permitted two-story ADU, the property provides unparalleled versatility for multigenerational living or high-yield rental potential.
The residence features high-end Wolf appliances, a professional outdoor grill, a greenhouse, and a hot tub, blending luxury convenience with its historic framework.
Given the 1906 construction and massive square footage, the property likely demands substantial ongoing upkeep and potential updates to aging infrastructure.
The specialized 9-bedroom layout and historic designation may limit the pool of qualified buyers to those specifically seeking a large-scale compound or preservation project.
Steeped in Los Angeles history and layered with opportunity, this remarkable multi-structure property offers far more than square footage alone. Long associated with the historic Phyllis Wheatley Home, the residence carries a meaningful legacy tied to the Phyllis Wheatley Association, an organization created to support Black women relocating to Los Angeles during an era marked by housing discrimination and limited access to resources. Sponsored by influential women’s groups such as the Altura Club and the Athenians, the home once served as a place of refuge, connection, and advancement, providing affordable housing, employment referrals, and community support to women building new lives in the city. Today, that powerful sense of purpose and presence still resonates throughout the property. The expansive main residence spans three stories and offers an incredible amount of living space with nine bedrooms and five bathrooms, creating endless possibilities for multigenerational living, creative use, or extended household needs. Rich with character and scale, the home blends historic significance with the energy of a property ready for its next chapter. Generous gathering spaces and the property’s unique layout create an entertainer’s dream atmosphere, ideal for hosting elegant events, celebrations, and memorable gatherings around the grand piano. The kitchen is outfitted with high-end Wolf appliances, complemented by a Wolf outdoor grill that extends the experience into the beautifully designed garden spaces. A built-in hot tub and charming greenhouse further enhance the property’s sense of retreat and relaxation, while a stunning stained glass window rising along the staircase to the second level brings warmth, artistry, and unforgettable character to the interior. Tucked behind the main residence is a fully permitted two-story ADU. Altogether, this is a rare opportunity to own a property that stands not only as a substantial residential compound, but also as an important piece of Los Angeles cultural history.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 9.0 | 3.0 | 98% |
| Baths | 5.0 | 2.0 | 92% |
| Square foot | 7,512 | 1,784.5 | 98% |
| Lot Size | 13,152 | 6,207.5 | 98% |
| Price | $2.28M | $1.31M | 91% |
| Price per sq ft | $304 | $784 | 2% |
| Built year | 1906 | 1928 | 3% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 0 | 147 | 3% |
Jun 1, 2026
$2,280,000
Initial Listing
Jul 29, 2015
$1,210,000
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