
Los Angeles, California 90005
Analysis of 2961 W 8th Street, Los Angeles, California 90005 is currently available with a list price of $1,250,000. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. 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.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1914 and over 110 years old with no recorded renovations, this property is marketed primarily for its land value and RTI plans for a 44-unit development. The exterior shows significant wear, and the listing's focus on redevelopment and 'as-is' sale confirms its status as a tear-down.
The property includes Ready-to-Issue (RTI) plans for a 44-unit affordable housing project, allowing a developer to bypass the lengthy entitlement process and begin construction immediately.
Located in an Opportunity Zone with R4-2 zoning and TOC Tier 3 incentives, the site offers significant tax advantages and high-density redevelopment potential in a prime Koreatown corridor.
With a Walk Score of 96 and close proximity to the Wilshire/Vermont Metro Station, the location is ideal for high-density residential living with easy access to DTLA and USC.
The existing 1914 structure is sold in as-is condition and likely requires extensive renovation or demolition, necessitating immediate capital for either repairs or site preparation.
The current RTI approvals are specifically for a 100% affordable housing project, which may restrict the buyer pool to specialized developers and limit market-rate profit margins.
Exceptional opportunity in the heart of Koreatown! Located within a designated Opportunity Zone and benefiting from R4-2 zoning with TOC Tier 3 incentives, 2961 W 8th Street offers investors and developers significant upside in one of Los Angeles' most active rental and redevelopment markets. The property features an approximately 3,000 SF, 6-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence situated on a 5,990 SF lot. The existing home offers significant square footage and multiple possibilities for renovation, repositioning, multi-generational living, rental income, or interim cash flow while planning future development. A major highlight of the offering is the inclusion of RTI (Ready-to-Issue) plans for a 100% affordable 44-unit apartment development consisting of 43 one-bedroom units and 1 studio unit. Offered at approximately $28,500 per approved unit, the property presents a rare opportunity for developers to immediately move forward with a fully approved project in one of Los Angeles' strongest rental markets. Alternatively, buyers may capitalize on the existing residence through renovation, rental income, ADU expansion potential (buyer to verify), or other value-add redevelopment strategies. Ideally located on the highly visible 8th Street corridor between Vermont Avenue and Westmoreland Avenue, the property is just blocks from Wilshire/Vermont Metro Station, Zion Market, and countless dining, retail, and entertainment options. With a Walk Score of 96 and convenient access to Downtown LA, USC, and major employment centers, the location is second to none. Delivered VACANT at the close of escrow and sold AS-IS. Buyer to verify all zoning, development potential, RTI approvals, ADU potential, and property information.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 3,001 | 1,672 |
| Lot Size | 5,990 | 6,067 |
| Price | $1.25M | $1.37M |
| Price per sq ft | $417 | $801 |
| Built year | 1914 | 1939 |
| HOA | $0 | $348 |
| Days on market | 42 | 56 |
Jun 10, 2026
$1,250,000
Initial Listing
Jan 31, 2024
$1,200,000
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