
Ladera Heights, California 90056
Analysis of 6228 S Fairfax Avenue, Ladera Heights, California 90056 is currently available with a list price of $1,099,000. 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 Ladera Heights 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.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1948, this mid-century duplex is well-maintained but remains largely in an older state. The kitchens and bathrooms feature dated tile work, older cabinetry, and basic appliances that lack modern updates. While the property is functional and currently occupied, it shows typical signs of age and wear consistent with a home that has not undergone a major renovation in over 20 years, offering significant upside for modernization.
The property features a duplex plus a detached guest unit, offering multiple income streams or a flexible owner-user opportunity to live in one unit while subsidizing the mortgage with rental income.
Situated in the highly desirable Ladera Heights neighborhood, the property is minutes from major employment hubs like Silicon Beach and Culver City, ensuring consistently high rental demand.
With current rents significantly below market value and a mid-century structure ripe for modernization, there is substantial upside for equity growth through renovation and rent repositioning.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2580, other record living area = 2080. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 4.
The 500 sq ft guest unit requires buyer verification for permits and legal use, which could present hurdles for traditional financing or future code compliance.
Existing tenancies at below-market rates may limit immediate cash flow optimization and require a long-term strategy to reach the property's full income potential.
Situated on a sidewalk-lined, walkable street in the heart of Ladera Heights, this well-maintained mid-century duplex with a detached garage structure presents a rare opportunity offering stable income, flexible living options, and long-term upside potential. The property offers approximately 2,080 square feet of living space on a 7,134 square foot lot, featuring two spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units thoughtfully designed for privacy and everyday livability. The upper 2-bedroom unit is currently leased for $1,700 per month and the lower 2-bedroom unit for $1,650 per month, providing immediate in-place rental income with significant upside through renovation, rent repositioning, or long-term hold. In addition to the duplex, the property includes a detached garage structure with a fully built-out 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest unit complete with kitchen, private entrance, and private patio (approximately 500 sq ft; Buyer to verify permits, square footage, and legal use). The guest unit is currently vacant, offering additional income potential or the opportunity for an owner-user to occupy the guest unit while benefiting from rental income from the two main units. The garage structure also includes two individual garage bays serving the main units, plus a large dedicated workshop/storage area with stackable laundry, offering exceptional flexibility for supplemental income, creative use, or extended living arrangements. The generous lot size, functional layout, and existing improvements create multiple paths for repositioning, enhancement, or long-term hold in a supply-constrained market. Ideally located just minutes from Culver City, Silicon Beach, Los Angeles International Airport, parks, dining, and shopping, the property benefits from strong rental demand and proximity to major employment centers in one of Los Angeles’ most established and desirable neighborhoods.
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Mar 10, 2026
$1,099,000
Initial Listing
Feb 28, 2014
$739,000
Public Record