6538 De Celis Place, Los Angeles, California 91406, Los Angeles, 91406 - 3 bed, 1 bath
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6538 De Celis Place
Los Angeles, California 91406
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
CONDITION: GOOD
3Beds
1Baths
1,337Sq Ft
6,002Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$799,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$825,888
3% BelowMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Turnkey Single Family Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $799,000—positioned well below the $825,889 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap offers $26,889 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 3, the home includes a Granite Kitchen, Dual-Pane Windows, and a unique 213-sqft Soundproof Studio. Located near Top-Rated Schools like Kester Avenue Elementary, this property is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or first-time buyers seeking a move-in ready home with versatile workspace potential.
Estimated Market Value
$825,888+$26,888 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Los Angeles.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 6538 De Celis Place Subject | $799,000* List Price | 3 | 1 | 1,337 | $618 | - |
A 6524 Forbes Sold | $844,777 | 3 | 2 | 1,226 | $689 | 0.3 mi |
B 16637 Victory Boulevard Sold | $799,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,206 | $663 | 0.2 mi |
C 17031 Enadia Way Sold | $800,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,226 | $653 | 0.9 mi |
D 16421 Haynes Street Sold | $1,025,131 | 3 | 2 | 1,420 | $722 | 0.2 mi |
E 16814 Hartland Sold | $899,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,562 | $576 | 0.5 mi |
F 16620 Hamlin Street Sold | $925,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,504 | $615 | 0.1 mi |
G 16125 Haynes Street Sold | $879,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,410 | $623 | 0.5 mi |
H 6500 Petit Sold | $945,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,839 | $514 | 0.2 mi |
I 6440 Petit Active Under Contract | $899,999 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,216 | $740 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Good
TeardownExcellent
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1950, the property has undergone significant updates within the 5-15 year range, including an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and dual-pane windows. The home is well-maintained, move-in ready, and features a finished studio and extensively improved backyard.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Elementary School: Kester Avenue Elementary School (9/10).
- Versatile Bonus Space
The property includes a unique 213-square-foot soundproofed and air-conditioned studio, providing an ideal turnkey solution for content creators, musicians, or remote professionals.
- Premium Outdoor Amenities
The backyard is professionally designed for entertainment, featuring a built-in gas barbecue and a private putting green, offering a high-end lifestyle element rarely found at this price point.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1337, other record living area = 1124.
- Limited Bathroom Count
With three bedrooms and only one bathroom, the current configuration may pose a significant inconvenience for families and could limit the property's appraisal value compared to multi-bath homes.
- Compact Main Living Square Footage
The main residence itself is only 1,124 square feet; buyers may find the interior living areas and bedrooms to be smaller than average for a three-bedroom detached home.
About 6538 De Celis Place
Welcome to this charming, updated home in one of Lake Balboa's most desirable pockets. The main residence offers approximately 1,124 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, featuring fresh interior paint, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, dual-pane windows, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious pantry and laundry area. The floor plan also offers potential to add a second bathroom, as other homes with the same floor plan have done. Adding to the versatility of the property, a portion of the garage has been finished as an approximately 213-square-foot soundproof, air-conditioned studio, ideal for podcasting, vlogging, music, content creation, or a private workspace. The MLS-listed square footage of approximately 1,337 square feet reflects the combined approximate square footage of the main residence and studio; the main residence itself is approximately 1,124 square feet. Outside, the extensively improved backyard is made for entertaining, with a built-in gas barbecue, generous grassy area, putting green, and plenty of space to relax or gather with friends. Ideally located near Lake Balboa Park, the Sepulveda Basin, golf courses, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 101 and 405 freeways, this is a special opportunity in the heart of Lake Balboa.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1950
- Lot Size
- 6,002 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
Gault Street Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
3/10
Gault Street Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
3/10
Bassett Street Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 1.1 mi
3/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,337 | 1,664.159 |
| Lot Size | 6,002 | 6,066.556 |
| Price | $799.0K | $1.35M |
| Price per sq ft | $598 | $806 |
| Built year | 1950 | 1939 |
| HOA | $0 | $278 |
| Days on market | 27 | 55 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 13, 2026
$799,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Nov 23, 2021
$800,000
Public Record
Sold
Nov 7, 2017
$575,000
Public Record