1417 S Mcdonnell, Los Angeles, California 90040, Los Angeles, 90040 - 1 bed, 1 bath
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1417 S Mcdonnell
Los Angeles, California 90040
ACTIVE
CONDITION: TEAR DOWN
1Beds
1Baths
506Sq Ft
5,819Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$525,000
SUMMARY
Wow! what a fantastic investment opportunity. This property is a true diamond in the rough with exceptional potential value. It features a large lot, offering ample space to expand and develop something truly impressive. Plus, potential ADU!!! Please let me know if you would like more details or if you are interested in scheduling a viewing.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Tear down
TeardownExcellent
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
The property was built in 1924 (100 years old) and the listing provides no evidence of renovations, meeting the >50y criteria. The description 'diamond in the rough' and the emphasis on lot size and ADU potential indicate the value is primarily in the land rather than the existing 506 sqft structure.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Development Potential
The property features a generous 5,819 sqft lot, providing significant space for expansion or redevelopment in a high-demand Los Angeles submarket.
- ADU Opportunity
The lot size and layout offer clear potential for the addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), which can significantly increase the property's total value and rental income potential.
- Value-Add Investment
Positioned as a 'diamond in the rough,' this property offers substantial equity growth potential for investors or developers looking to capitalize on a fix-and-flip or long-term hold strategy.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Limited Living Area
With only 506 square feet of living space and a 1-bedroom configuration, the current structure is undersized for most traditional buyers and requires expansion to be competitive.
- Significant Renovation Required
Built in 1924 and marketed as a fixer-upper, the property likely requires a substantial capital investment to modernize aging systems and structural components.
About 1417 S Mcdonnell
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1924
- Lot Size
- 5,819 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 1
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 506 | 1,670.836 |
| Lot Size | 5,819 | 6,152.156 |
| Price | $525.0K | $1.34M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.0K | $807 |
| Built year | 1924 | 1941 |
| HOA | $0 | $238 |
| Days on market | 35 | 56 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Oct 5, 2026
$525,000
Initial Listing