$649,900

1638 W 51st St Los Angeles, CA 90062

$7,718
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,000 sqft
0.1 acres
$650 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1638 W 51st St

Charming Craftsman fixer, ready for value-add rehab. Tax records show 1000 sq ft with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Property has been modified into a 3/2 home downstairs, with an 3/1 apartment upstairs. (BUYERS TO VERIFY PERMITS) House features an inviting front lawn, covered porch, living room with fireplace, and large dining room. There is also a long gated driveway, partially converted 2-car detached garage, and rear alley access. Imagine the income potential if you got everything on this R-2 lot renovated and rented out! Excellent location. There is public transportation nearby and Invictus Leadership Academy and Libertas College Prep are both one block away (very walkable). Western Avenue TECH Magnet is just 3 blocks away too. Also within a short driving distance (3 miles or less) are 110 freeways, USC, Exposition Park, BMO Stadium, Leimert Plaza Park, and more. Property needs work and is sold as-is.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size1,000 sqft
Lot size0.1202 Acres
Year built1913
MLS #PW25096941
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewNeighborhood

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $649,900
  • Price/SqFt: $649
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,278
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Cross Streets: E/ of Western Ave and N/ of Slauson Ave
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,000 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1202 Acres
  • MLS Number: PW25096941
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Expert Real Estate & Investment
  • Office Email: resteam@expertrei.com
  • Listing Agent: Caroline Gim

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 16, 2006
Home Sold
$400,000
Aug 03, 2004
Home Sold
$295,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$253,517$3,278
2023$248,547$3,221
2022$243,674$3,080
2021$238,897$3,037
2020$236,448$2,950
2019$231,813$2,893
2018$227,268$2,833
2017$222,813$2,833

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Western Avenue Elementary

Public Magnet KG-5

0.2 mi

1724 W 53rd St

5

Normandie Avenue Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

4505 S Raymond Ave

3

Angeles Mesa Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

2611 W 52nd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,073. The majority of Los Angeles, CA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

54%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1638 W 51st St

The listing price of 1638 W 51st St property is $649,900.

The property 1638 W 51st St is a house located in Los Angeles, California, 90062.

Active Listing: 1638 W 51st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1638 W 51st St are: Western Avenue Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Normandie Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Angeles Mesa Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kipp Scholar Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), New Heights Charter (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), La's Promise Charter High #1 (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Whitney Young Continuation (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,278 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 16, 2006 for $400,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1638 W 51st St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1638 W 51st St is 1,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1638 W 51st St is 1913.

This home is located at 1638 W 51st St in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90062 in the South LA neighborhood. This 1,000 square foot home, which was built in 1913, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,900.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Los Angeles, CA there were more than 395 sold above asking price, over 328 sold below and more than 148 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Los Angeles, CA increased by 10.2% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 36 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $896,516.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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