Price Reduced $115,000! Perched in the sought-after neighborhood of Franklin Hills, this beautiful 1924 single family residence/duplex offers a rare combination of character, modern updates, and versatile living options. Ideal for those seeking a live/work solution, smart income producing property/Airbnb, live in one, rent the other, in-law/guest suite or those seeking a single-family home with added flexibility. The options are endless! Just blocks from the best of vibrant Sunset Blvd, and Hyperion Avenue in Los Feliz, this property blends timeless architecture with today's lifestyle needs.The upper-level features 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 remodeled bath, and a sun-drenched living room with unobstructed panoramic city views. Step out onto the balcony to take in the skyline or enjoy the peace of the surrounding city lights. The updated kitchen and dining room blends classic charm with modern function, while original period details throughout evoke the home's historic roots.The lower-level offers a studio, 1 bath with its own kitchen, family room, office area, laundry hookups, storage, and separate entrance. The two units are connected by a newly rebuilt exterior staircase, allowing seamless use as a single-family residence or multi-functional duplex.Thoughtful recent upgrades include:✔ New HVAC systems and ducting (both levels)✔ Remodeled upper kitchen and bathroom✔ New and refinished flooring throughout✔ New windows on the lower level✔ Freshly painted interior and exterior✔ Beautifully landscaped yard and outdoor entertaining space✔ Detached 2-car garage + additional street parkingStep out back to your private backyard, set up for entertaining, dining under the stars, or relaxing by the firepit with friends. With its lush, landscaped front and backyard, creative layout, and unbeatable location near restaurants, boutiques, entertainment, top rated Franklin Elementary School and John Marshal High School, this is more than a home -- it's a lifestyle. Come explore the potential and make this uniquely inspiring property your own.
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Listing Provided by:
Jeff Fisher DRE #01429217 626-440-5100,
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Price cut: $44K (6/30)
$1,335,000
3961 Cumberland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
3beds
1,917sqft
Est.:
Duplex
Built in 1924
5,112 Square Feet Lot
$1,388,900 Zestimate®
$696/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original period detailsPrivate backyardUnobstructed panoramic city viewsBeautifully landscaped yardNew and refinished flooringRemodeled bathNewly rebuilt exterior staircase
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 02, 2025 at 12:28pm
Listing Provided by:
Jeff Fisher DRE #01429217 626-440-5100,
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-22382
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Balcony, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,917 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Porch, Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights
Lot
- Size: 5,112 Square Feet
- Features: Sprinklers None
Details
- Parcel number: 5430018028
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Urban
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $696/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,040,400
- Annual tax amount: $12,728
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
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