$10,000

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485 Isabel St Los Angeles, CA 90065

$985,000
3 beds
2 baths
2,194 sqft
0.1 acres
$449 / sqft
House

Property details

About 485 Isabel St

This charming duplex with breathtaking downtown views is brimming with opportunity and potential. Featuring a two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit upstairs, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit on the ground floor, and a large undeveloped area in the back, an excellent potential for an ADU. For the top, vacant unit: enter through the side staircase to a spacious balcony a perfect spot to savor a morning coffee or unwind in the evening while taking in the city views. Through the double doors, an inviting light-filled living space; an extra-spacious primary bedroom, adorned with decadent custom wallpaper, sits to the side complete with its own picture window looking out to that quintessential view of the LA skyline. Rich in character and charm, the kitchen boasts a vintage 1935 Magic Chef stove, the bathroom showcases a classic clawfoot tub, and a cozy built-in office nook is tucked away in the hallway. Original hardwood flooring lives protected, underneath the laminate floors and kitchen tiles - a treasure waiting to be unearthed! A second bedroom sits on the opposite side, and the laundry area, with plenty of storage, completes this cute and charming unit. Out back, an enclosed sitting area is perfect for summer soirees and outdoor dining beneath twinkling string lights. Take the steps up the hill behind to discover a garden sanctuary, lined with citrus trees, garden boxes, and a cozy sitting area with a fire pit ideal for soaking in yet another stunning view. Beyond that, an empty lot offers an even better vantage point of DTLA, waiting for an ADU to be built and bring its full potential to life. An appealing, well-kept one bedroom, one bathroom unit on the ground level is tenant occupied - a fantastic income opportunity generating $1872 per month. This unit has its own separate laundry area, and also enjoys use of the large front porch, with those spectacular views, and a lushly landscaped front yard.Conveniently located mere moments from Downtown LA, with popular spots like Barra Santos, Shin's Pizza, Loquat Coffee and other lively shops and eateries nearby. Only a short distance to the pedestrian bridge + bike path across the LA River, connecting Cypress Park to Frogtown, this special property is not to be missed.

Highlights

Home typeOther
StatusActive
Size2,194 sqft
Lot size0.1307 Acres
Year built1906
MLS #25488991
ViewCity Lights

Summary

  • MLS Number: 25488991
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Real Broker
  • Office Phone: (619) 663-8680
  • Listing Agent: Fawn Vu

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 10, 2014
Home Sold
$500,000
Jul 20, 2011
Home Sold
$370,000
Nov 22, 2010
Home Sold
$229,000
Oct 31, 1994
Home Sold
$131,000
Nov 30, 1988
Home Sold
$120,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$589,134$7,260
2023$577,583$7,120
2022$566,258$6,788
2021$555,156$6,695
2020$549,465$6,493
2019$538,692$6,449
2018$528,130$6,306
2017$517,776$6,306

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Loreto Street Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

3408 Arroyo Seco Ave

5

Hillside Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

120 E Avenue 35

4

Aragon Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1118 Aragon Ave

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 $72,250. Typical income of Los Angeles, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 485 Isabel St

This home is located at 485 Isabel St in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90065 in the Northeast LA neighborhood. This 2,194 square foot home, which was built in 1906, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $985,000.

In January 2025 more than 294 listings in Los Angeles, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 161 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 545 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Los Angeles, CA between December and January 2025 increased by 20.1%. In January 2025 median list price was $1,035,435 and the average listing age was 45 days.

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

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