
Los Angeles, California 90031
This detached duplex represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $849,999—positioned well below the $851,768 Fair Market Value by 0.21%. This stable asset offers $1,769 in Instant Equity. With a Condition Rating of 4, the property features a generous 6,753 sqft lot and private patios, though it requires modernization of its HVAC systems. Located near major freeways and top-rated schools like South Pasadena Middle, this is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking long-term value.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3621 Griffin Avenue Subject | $849,999* List Price | 0 | 0 | 1,508 | $565 | - |
A 521 Clifton St Active | $787,000 List Price | 3 | 5 | 1,412 | $557 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1921, this duplex is described as well-maintained but features dated systems including window air conditioning and wall heaters rather than modern central HVAC. While it has functional updates like laminate flooring, the exterior siding and overall infrastructure reflect its age (>20 years since significant renovation), suggesting a need for modernization and minor repairs.
Middle School: South Pasadena Middle School (9/10). High School: South Pasadena Senior High School (9/10).
This well-maintained duplex is on the market for the first time in over 20 years, offering a rare and stable income-producing asset in the high-demand Lincoln Heights rental market.
Ideally situated with swift access to the 5, 110, and 10 freeways, the property is minutes from USC Keck School of Medicine, DTLA, and trendy hubs like Highland Park and Silver Lake.
The units rely on window air conditioning and wall heaters rather than a modern central HVAC system, which may impact energy efficiency and appeal to premium tenants.
The immediate neighborhood schools, such as Hillside Elementary, have lower performance ratings, which could limit the property's appeal to families prioritizing local public education.
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.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-6 • 0.5 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 4.6 |
| Baths | 0.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 1,508 | 2,187.451 |
| Lot Size | 6,753 | 5,841.385 |
| Price | $850.0K | $841.5K |
| Price per sq ft | $564 | $385 |
| Built year | 1921 | 1928 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 26 | 85 |
Aug 14, 2026
$849,999
Initial Listing