5909 Whitnall Hwy, North Hollywood, California 91601, North Hollywood, 91601 - bed, bath

5909 Whitnall Hwy
North Hollywood, California 91601
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 5909 Whitnall Hwy, North Hollywood, California 91601 is currently available with a list price of $875,000. 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 North Hollywood 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Built in 1954, this fourplex is well-maintained but largely outdated. Only one of the four units has been updated with granite counters and newer flooring, while the others vary in finish. The laundry room is currently non-functional, and major systems like the roof and plumbing are of unknown age, fitting the criteria for a property that is functional but requires minor updates and repairs to meet modern standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Significant Rental Upside
The property presents a substantial 59% upside potential in rental income, with current average rents at $1,321 compared to a market estimate of $2,100.
- Prime NoHo Location
Boasting a high Walk Score of 83, the property is ideally situated near the NoHo Arts District, NoHo West Shopping Center, and major transit hubs, ensuring strong tenant demand.
- Desirable Unit Mix
The fourplex consists entirely of 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units, which are highly marketable and typically experience lower vacancy rates in the North Hollywood submarket.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Regulatory Rent Restrictions
The property is subject to the Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) and state rent caps, which limits the owner's ability to quickly adjust rents to market levels.
- Deferred Maintenance & Unknowns
The unknown condition of the plumbing and roof age, combined with a non-functional laundry room, suggests potential immediate capital expenditure requirements.
About 5909 Whitnall Hwy
The Whitnall apartments is a well maintained fourplex with all 2br/1ba units. It is located on the west side of Whitnall Highway, has excellent rental exposure within a medium density apartment and single-family home community with historically good occupancy. The lot runs from street to alley and there are four parking spaces. Whitnall Hwy has a walk score of 83 and has easy access to transit. It is close to the NoHo West Shopping Center, NoHo Arts District, Hollywood Burbank Airport, and the numerous restaurants, theaters, art galleries and other shops and services. The structure was built in 1954 and features a pitched composite roof and slab foundation with separately metered gas and electric. Master metered water, house lights and laundry. It is gated front and back, not locking, and features a large patio area along three sides of the property. Landscaping is minimal and low maintenance. Unit interior fit and finish varies with unit number three being the only one with granite counters and updated flooring. Condition and type of plumbing is unknown at the time of publication. Age of roof is also unknown. The rent survey conducted for this property indicates significant upside to the current rent levels. Comparables for rent are limited as occupancy remains high in the immediate location. The average rent for the properties in our survey is $2,264. We have estimated the market rent to be $2,100. The current average rent for the property is $1,321 with appx. upside of 59%. Gross Rent Multiplier at market rents is 8.68. The property is under Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance and State of California rent increase restrictions. The former laundry room is currently being used as storage and the gas meter has been removed. We would recommend the investor work with a laundry lease company to install new machines and convert the storage room back into a laundry room for additional income. Expenses: Property tax is estimated per Titlepro at the sales price of $875,000, 1.24%. Maintenance and repairs are estimated at 7.7% of the scheduled gross income. The seller’s current insurance is lower than our estimate of $3,250. Water, sewer and power is listed under water and sewer as we do not have a breakdown of costs. Pest control is estimated at $50 monthly and gardener is $100. License and fees include SCEP and RSO. Actual operating will be provided in the due diligence material. Seller will not consider any carry back.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Quadruplex
- Year Built
- 1954
- Lot Size
- 5,006 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- -
- Total Bathrooms
- -
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | - | - | 50% |
| Baths | - | - | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,024 | 2,456 | 55% |
| Lot Size | 5,006 | 6,750 | 9% |
| Price | $875.0K | $1.05M | 18% |
| Price per sq ft | $289 | $466 | 9% |
| Built year | 1954 | 1954 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 8 | 111 | 9% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 26, 2026
$875,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jul 13, 2010
$450,000
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