143 S Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90036, Los Angeles, 90036 - 4 bed, 2 bath

143 S Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90036 home-pic-0

143 S Highland Avenue

Los Angeles, California 90036

ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
4Beds
2Baths
2,381Sq Ft
8,102Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$1,705,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,705,000

SUMMARY

Estimated Market Value

$1,705,000
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Los Angeles.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
143 S Highland Avenue
Subject
$1,705,000*
List Price
422,381$716-
A
160 S Poinsettia Place
Sold
$2,000,000432,301$8690.5 mi
B
609 S Highland Avenue
Sold
$1,820,000322,508$7260.5 mi
C
117 N Martel Avenue
Sold
$1,850,000332,305$8030.7 mi
D
315 N Martel Avenue
Active
$1,950,000
List Price
543,324$5870.8 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Poor
TeardownExcellent

Property is extensive renovation needed.

Built in 1926, this property is explicitly marketed as being in need of restoration and is subject to a bankruptcy court sale. The listing description and property analysis confirm extensive deferred maintenance and the need for substantial rehabilitation. While the home features unique historic architectural details like a ship hull ceiling, the kitchen, bathrooms, and major systems likely require complete replacement to meet modern standards. The requirement for all contingencies to be waived further indicates the property is in a distressed state requiring significant capital investment.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Historic Architectural Character

    This 1926 Spanish Colonial boasts unique period details, including a rare ship hull ceiling, French doors, and a classic fireplace, providing a strong foundation for a high-end restoration.

  • Prime Hancock Park Location

    Situated within the Hancock Preservation Overlay Zone and just blocks from the Wilshire Country Club, the property occupies a highly coveted and prestigious Los Angeles neighborhood.

  • Substantial Value-Add Opportunity

    With a generous 8,102 square foot lot and over 2,300 square feet of living space, this property offers significant equity potential for investors or end-users looking to customize a luxury estate.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • Extensive Restoration Needed

    The property is explicitly listed as being in need of restoration, implying that significant capital investment will be required to address deferred maintenance and modernization.

  • Complex Acquisition Process

    The sale is subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court confirmation and strict overbid procedures, requiring all contingencies to be waived and a non-refundable deposit, which may complicate financing.

About 143 S Highland Avenue

INTERESTED PARTIES CAN OVERBID IN BANKRUPTCY COURT VIA TELECONFERENCING ON 3/10/26 AT 2:00P.M. FOR A MINIMUM OVERBID OF NOT LESS THAN $1,705,000. YOU MUST DELIVER NO LATER THAN 3/6/26 AT 2:00P.M. TO THE TRUSTEE THE FOLLOWING: 1.) CASHIER'S CHECK IN AMOUNT OF $51,150 PAYABLE TO BRADLEY D. SHARP, CHAPTER 11 TRUSTEE; 2.) AN EXECUTED OFFER TO PURCHASE FORM SHOWN AS EXHIBIT D ATTACHED TO THE SALE MOTION; 3.) WRITTEN PROOF OF FINANCIAL ABILITY TO CLOSE ESCROW. ALL CONTINGENCIES MUST BE WAIVED. CALL LISTING AGENT FOR COPY OF DISCLOSURES, OVERBID FORM AND TRUSTEE'S MOTION AUTHORIZING SALE. Subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court confirmation and overbid. A two story, character Spanish Colonial in need of restoration includes a warm, inviting living room, complete with a fireplace, a ship hull ceiling and French doors; a formal dining room, breakfast room and large back yard. All awaiting your capable hands, located in the Hancock Preservation Overlay Zone, blocks from the historic Wilshire Country Club.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
8,102 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 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

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.04.0
50%
Baths2.03.0
35%
Square foot2,3812,431
49%
Lot Size8,1026,753
77%
Price$1.71M$2.17M
21%
Price per sq ft$716$950
12%
Built year19261926
50%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market204184
63%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 15, 2026

$1,705,000

$1,749,000

-3% Price Drop

Initial Listing

Price Change

Nov 12, 2025

$1,749,000

$1,799,000

-3% Price Drop

Initial Listing

Price Change

Aug 14, 2025

$1,799,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Jun 19, 2007

$1,260,000

Public Record

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