840 W 53rd Street, Los Angeles, California 90037, Los Angeles, 90037 - 3 bed, 2 bath
CLOSED$635,000
840 W 53rd Street, Los Angeles, California 90037
3Beds
2Baths
1,189Sqft
5,162Lot
Year Built
1910
Close
$635K
List price
$639K
Original List price
$639K
Price/Sqft
$537
HOA
-
Days on market
114 Days
Sold On
2025-12-05
MLS number
PW25085683
Home ConditionFair
Features
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About this home
We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $635.0K(32th), sqft - 1189(29th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 2(50th).
This bright and welcoming home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a spacious kitchen with a backyard, and a cozy living room with a fireplace. Plenty of windows for lots of natural light to come through. Fully fenced for privacy, the lot offers plenty of room to add an ADU. Located in a nice, clean neighborhood close to schools, shops, and public transit, this home is perfect for comfortable living with great potential! Some TLC needed.
Nearby schools
3/10
Fifty-Second Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
/10
Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center
Public,•K-2•0.5mi
2/10
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary
Public,•K-5•0.6mi
3/10
Normandie Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
2/10
Main Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
5/10
West Vernon Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
5/10
Menlo Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
2/10
Western Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
2/10
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
3/10
Trinity Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
/10
Maple Primary Center
Public,•K-1•1.8mi
3/10
Angeles Mesa Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.9mi
2/10
Forty-Second Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.1mi
2/10
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet School
Public,•K-5•2.4mi
3/10
Sixth Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.0mi
2/10
John Muir Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.5mi
2/10
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy
Public,•6-8•1.3mi
3/10
Los Angeles Academy Middle
Public,•6-8•1.5mi
1/10
Horace Mann Junior High School
Public,•6-8•1.8mi
3/10
William Jefferson Clinton Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.8mi
2/10
Audubon Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.6mi
2/10
Augustus F. Hawkins High A Critical Design And Gaming
Public,•9-12•0.6mi
3/10
Manual Arts Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.0mi
1/10
Crenshaw Science, Technology, Engineering, Math And Medicine Magnet
Public,•9-12•2.3mi
3/10
Nava College Preparatory Academy
Public,•9-12•2.4mi
5/10
Santee Education Complex
Public,•9-12•2.8mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
08/13/25
Listing
$638,880
Condition Rating
Fair
Built in 1910, this property shows its age despite some cosmetic updates. The description explicitly states 'Some TLC needed,' and the property analysis highlights 'Requires Renovation' and 'Historic Age' as weaknesses. While new laminate flooring has been installed throughout, the kitchen features painted older cabinets, basic laminate countertops, a dated backsplash, and older white appliances. The bathrooms are functional but basic, with older fixtures and pedestal sinks, indicating they have not undergone recent, extensive renovations. The light fixtures are also outdated. The home is livable but requires significant updates to the kitchen and bathrooms to meet current standards, and the age suggests potential for major system upgrades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) in the near future.
Pros & Cons
Pros
ADU Potential: The generous lot size offers ample room to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), providing significant potential for increased property value or rental income.
Desirable Location: Situated in a nice, clean neighborhood with convenient access to schools, shops, and public transit, enhancing its appeal for families and commuters.
Abundant Natural Light: The home features plenty of windows, ensuring an abundance of natural light throughout the interior, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere.
Privacy and Security: The property is fully fenced, offering enhanced privacy and security for residents and pets.
Charming Interior Features: Includes a cozy living room with a fireplace and a spacious kitchen with backyard access, adding to the home's comfort and functionality.
Cons
Requires Renovation: The property description indicates 'Some TLC needed,' suggesting that buyers should anticipate additional investment for repairs, updates, or cosmetic improvements.
Historic Age: Built in 1910, the home's age may imply the presence of older systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) and potential for higher maintenance costs or the need for significant upgrades.
Compact Interior Space: With 1189 square feet for 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the interior living space may be considered compact for some buyers, potentially limiting modern expansion within the existing footprint.