3982 S Orange Drive, Los Angeles, California 90008, Los Angeles, 90008 - 3 bed, 1 bath
3982 S Orange Drive
Los Angeles, California 90008
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 3982 S Orange Drive, Los Angeles, California 90008 is currently available with a list price of $1,499,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. 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.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1947, this property is explicitly marketed as an opportunity to 'reimagine, expand, or build,' which typically indicates the interior is in original or severely outdated condition. The 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom configuration is considered functionally obsolete for a property at this price point in a high-value neighborhood. While the exterior structure appears intact, the significant cracking in the driveway and the listing's emphasis on land value and redevelopment potential suggest that the home requires substantial rehabilitation or a complete teardown to meet modern standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 10587, living area = 1151.
- Great Schools
Elementary School: Farragut Elementary School (9/10).
- Expansive Lot Size
The property features a lot in excess of 10,500 sq. ft., providing a rare and substantial footprint for the area that allows for significant expansion or the construction of a large estate.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Functional Obsolescence
The current configuration of 3 bedrooms and only 1 bathroom is inadequate for modern living standards at this price point, necessitating a layout reconfiguration.
- Significant Capital Outlay
As a 'reimagine' or 'build' opportunity, the property likely requires a total renovation or teardown, meaning the buyer must budget for substantial construction costs beyond the purchase price.
- Local School Ratings
The immediate assigned public middle and high schools have low ratings (2/10), which may be a deterrent for families not planning on private education.
About 3982 S Orange Drive
3 Bedroom 1 bath home on a lot in excess of 10,500 sq. ft. Situated in a cul-de-sac, surrounded by homes valued over $2 million. An exceptional opportunity to reimagine, expand, or build a grand residential estate in a highly sought-after area.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1947
- Lot Size
- 10,587 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Los Angeles Unified Schools
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Coliseum Street Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.7 mi
Baldwin Hills Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 3.0 | 10% |
| Square foot | 1,151 | 1,911 | 5% |
| Lot Size | 10,587 | 6,402 | 90% |
| Price | $1.50M | $1.32M | 67% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.3K | $634 | 97% |
| Built year | 1947 | 1941 | 56% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 27 | 182 | 2% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 7, 2026
$1,499,000
Initial Listing