Welcome to 1199 West 38th Street, Los Angeles Ca 90037, a rare opportunity just half a mile from University of Southern California! This charming single-family home offers incredible potential for both homeowners and savvy investors. Situated in a high-demand rental area, the property includes an unpermitted accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in the rear, ideal for extended family, guest accommodations, or possible rental income (Buyer to verify all permits and usage with the City). The main residence features a comfortable layout with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, plus an unpermitted half bathroom, ample natural light, and classic Los Angeles character. Families will love the spacious yard, gated entry, and proximity to parks, schools, and transit. Investors will appreciate the strong rental market and high demand for student housing in the USC area. Whether you are looking to live in, rent out, or develop further, this property is a versatile and strategic addition to any portfolio. Don't miss this opportunity in one of LA's fastest-growing neighborhoods!
For sale
Listing Provided by:
EDUARDO CORTADILLO DRE #02066734 626-890-5447,
EXCELLENCE RE REAL ESTATE
$899,000
1199 W 38th St, Los Angeles, CA 90037
3beds
1,080sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
5,487 Square Feet Lot
$898,600 Zestimate®
$832/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious yardClassic los angeles characterComfortable layoutAmple natural lightGated entry
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 06:30am
Listing Provided by:
EDUARDO CORTADILLO DRE #02066734 626-890-5447,
EXCELLENCE RE REAL ESTATE
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: MB25170067
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Kitchen
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Converted Garage, Driveway, Paved, One Space
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Average Condition
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,487 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5520 sqft
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 5037014031
- Zoning: LAR4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Additions/Alterations
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts For Spa
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Dog Park, Park
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $832/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,027
- Annual tax amount: $2,604
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Washer and dryer
- Exclusions: Refrigerator
- Road surface type: Paved
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