3621 Griffin Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90031, Los Angeles, 90031 - bed, bath

3621 Griffin Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90031
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 3621 Griffin Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90031 is currently available with a list price of $849,999. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. 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.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1921, this duplex is well-maintained but shows clear signs of age. The property utilizes dated climate control systems including window AC units and wall heaters. While the interior features functional tile and laminate flooring, the exterior siding and awnings are aged, and the overall infrastructure lacks the comprehensive modern updates required for a higher rating.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Middle School: South Pasadena Middle School (9/10). High School: South Pasadena Senior High School (9/10).
- Investment Stability
This income-producing duplex is on the market for the first time in over 20 years, offering a rare and stable long-term investment opportunity in a high-demand rental market.
- Strategic Location
Ideally situated with swift access to the 5, 110, and 10 freeways, and close proximity to USC Keck School of Medicine and the Metro Lincoln Heights Cypress station.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Vintage Infrastructure
Built in 1921, the property may require more frequent maintenance or capital expenditures for aging plumbing, electrical, and structural components.
- Dated Climate Control
The use of window air conditioning units and wall heaters instead of a modern central HVAC system may limit the property's appeal to premium-tier tenants.
- Local School Ratings
The immediate neighborhood elementary schools have lower performance ratings, which could be a deterrent for families with school-aged children.
About 3621 Griffin Avenue
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well maintained duplex at 3621 - 3621 ½ Griffin Ave in the highly sought-after Lincoln Heights area of Los Angeles. This income-producing property, on the market for the first time in over 20 years, is ideal for any investor, from first-time purchasers to seasoned professionals. This detached two-unit building spans approximately 1,508 square feet and is set on a generous 6,751 square foot lot with low-maintenance landscaping. Each unit offers comfortable living spaces, featuring kitchens overlooking the yard, tile and laminate flooring throughout, window air conditioning and wall heaters, security screen doors, and private patios and porches. The property provides convenient driveway parking including a carport for tenants and their guest. 3621 - 3621 ½ Griffin Ave boasts an enviable location, strategically situated between Ave 35 and Ave 43, offering swift access to the 5, 110, and 10 freeways. Residents will appreciate being just 10 minutes from the historic Lincoln Park Recreation Center and having easy access to the Metro Lincoln Heights Cypress light rail station, USC Keck School of Medicine, and a variety of shopping centers, restaurants, and popular retailers. Nearby vibrant communities include Highland Park, Montecito Heights, Echo Park, Silver Lake, East Los Angeles and Mount Washington. Within a 20-mile radius, residents can enjoy an array of world-renowned landmarks and entertainment venues, including Pasadena, Downtown Los Angeles, Crypto.com Arena, LA Live, Griffith Observatory, Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Bowl, and The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. This duplex represents a stable and admirable long-term investment in the heart of Los Angeles.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Year Built
- 1921
- Lot Size
- 6,753 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- -
- Total Bathrooms
- -
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Los Angeles Unified Schools
Hillside Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Loreto Street Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Latona Avenue Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.5 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | - | - | 50% |
| Baths | - | - | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,508 | 2,476 | 15% |
| Lot Size | 6,753 | 6,753 | 50% |
| Price | $850.0K | $939.0K | 38% |
| Price per sq ft | $564 | $403 | 77% |
| Built year | 1921 | 1912 | 69% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 256 | 243 | 69% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 24, 2025
$849,999
Initial Listing
Price Change
Jun 23, 2025
$930,000
Initial Listing





































