536 W 42nd Street, Los Angeles, California 90037, Los Angeles, 90037 - 6 bed, 2 bath
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Los Angeles, California 90037
This Turnkey Multi-Generational Residence is listed at $1,098,000, fairly positioned relative to its $1,018,746 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Turnkey Condition Rating after extensive renovations, the home features a modern kitchen with shaker cabinets, stone countertops, and a private patio. Its strategic location within walking distance of USC and BMO Stadium ensures high rental demand, especially with the 2028 Olympics approaching. Located in the Los Angeles Unified School District, this versatile duplex with gated parking is ideal for Owner-Occupants or Buy-and-Hold Investors.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1908, the property has undergone an extensive recent renovation within the last 5 years, bringing it to a turnkey state. The interior features a modern kitchen with white shaker cabinets, stone countertops, subway tile backsplashes, and stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms have been fully updated with contemporary tile work and new vanities. The inclusion of new laminate flooring, recessed lighting, and fresh paint throughout indicates that all major cosmetic and functional components meet current quality standards.
This fully vacant legal duplex offers exceptional flexibility, allowing for use as a high-yield rental property, a multi-generational residence, or a seamless conversion into a large single-family home.
Situated within walking distance of USC and major venues like the LA Coliseum and BMO Stadium, the property is perfectly positioned to capitalize on student housing demand and the upcoming 2028 Olympics.
The owner has invested significantly in interior and exterior upgrades, providing a move-in-ready asset with a gated long driveway and a private rear yard for entertaining.
Originally constructed in 1908, the property may present long-term maintenance challenges or infrastructure limitations inherent to century-old structures despite recent cosmetic renovations.
The majority of the assigned public schools in the immediate vicinity carry low performance ratings, which may be a drawback for owner-occupants prioritizing public education for their children.
Seller motivated and willing to neogiate! Great property for a large family as this duplex can be converted from a duplex to a house as there is access from the front unit to the rear unit by a closed off hallway. Come and see this rare find in a hot and upcoming area that is a fully vacant legal house/duplex in move-in conditions within a walking distance to USC, the California Science Center, Star Wars Museum, BMO Stadium, Los Angeles Coliseum, lots of entertainment, and nearby freeways. Get ready for the 2028 Olympics that is coming to Los Angeles with several events happening nearby. The rear unit has been rented out to USC students for the last three years paying top dollar. The front unit has never been rented out and his owner occupied. Live in one unit and rent the other, rent out both, or this duplex would be perfect for a large family or two families living together or separate. The owner has spent lots to upgrade both units inside and out, and is ready for the buyer(s) that is looking for a good property with two good sized units, large bedrooms, full bathrooms, with a long driveway with plenty of parking, gated, and has a private rear yard for entertaining. Come and see this great property today!
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.3 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.0 | 97% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,983 | 1,300.5 | 75% |
| Lot Size | 4,327 | 5,266 | 19% |
| Price | $1.10M | $652.5K | 94% |
| Price per sq ft | $554 | $488 | 78% |
| Built year | 1908 | 1911 | 19% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 41 | 181 | 3% |
Apr 20, 2026
$1,097,999
$1,098,000
+0% Price Increase
Initial Listing
Mar 12, 2026
$1,098,000
Initial Listing
Dec 11, 2018
$375,000
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May 8, 2007
$540,000
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Dec 7, 2000
$97,000
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