
Los Angeles, California 90037
Analysis of 731 W 54th, Los Angeles, California 90037 is currently available with a list price of $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.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1915 and marketed as a 'value-add' repositioning project, the property requires substantial cosmetic updating and is sold as-is. The age and description indicate outdated systems and interiors requiring a full rehab to reach market potential.
Priced competitively under $500k, this duplex offers significant upside for investors to build equity through a comprehensive repositioning and cosmetic renovation project.
One unit is delivered vacant at close of escrow, allowing for immediate renovation or owner-occupancy while the second unit provides instant rental income.
As a residential income property with two separate units, it serves as an ideal entry-level asset for house-hacking or a fix-and-hold rental strategy in a central Los Angeles location.
The property is sold in 'as-is' condition and requires significant cosmetic updating, which will necessitate a substantial upfront capital investment for repairs.
The presence of a tenant in the second unit may complicate full-scale renovation timelines and delay the ability to bring the entire property to current market rent levels.
Value-add duplex opportunity in Los Angeles with upside potential. This duplex features two separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, approximately 550 square feet each, situated on an approximately 5,000 square foot lot. Excellent opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers seeking a repositioning project. One unit to be delivered vacant at close of escrow, providing immediate access for renovation or owner-user flexibility, while the second unit is tenant occupied generating current rental income. Property requires substantial cosmetic updating and is being offered in its present condition, creating an opportunity for a buyer to improve and maximize long-term value. Ideal for a buyer seeking a fix-and-hold, rental repositioning, or value-add income property. Convenient Los Angeles location with access to major transportation corridors, employment centers, schools, shopping, and city amenities. Property sold AS-IS. Buyer to independently verify all information including square footage, lot size, permits, condition, rents, zoning, and development potential.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-2 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,156 | 1,904 | 6% |
| Lot Size | 2,065 | 5,421.5 | 13% |
| Price | $499.0K | $725.0K | 6% |
| Price per sq ft | $432 | $366 | 69% |
| Built year | 1915 | 1923 | 25% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 0 | 175 | 6% |
May 16, 2026
$499,000
Initial Listing
Dec 15, 2009
$129,000
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Jul 2, 2007
$455,000
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Oct 12, 2004
$338,000
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May 11, 2004
$111,000
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