1257 E 51st, Los Angeles, California 90011, Los Angeles, 90011 - bed, bath
ACTIVE$699,999
1257 E 51st, Los Angeles, California 90011
0Bed
0Bath
1,256Sqft
3,597Lot
Year Built
1910
Close
-
List price
$700K
Original List price
$700K
Price/Sqft
$557
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
CV25260289
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Patio
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About this home
We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $700.0K(58th), sqft - 1256(15th), beds - undefined(50th), baths - undefined(50th).
Completely renovated and 100% turnkey duplex just minutes from Downtown LA! The front home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, beautifully updated with modern finishes throughout. The rear home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, also fully renovated and move-in ready. Both units provide low-maintenance living, strong rental potential, and excellent functionality for investors or multi-generational living. No work needed—just a clean, fully upgraded property on one lot in a central location close to Downtown, major freeways, transit, shopping, and job centers. Live in one and rent the other, rent both, or create the perfect combined-family setup. A rare, turnkey LA investment opportunity!
Nearby schools
2/10
Hooper Avenue Elementary School
Public,•1-5•0.1mi
2/10
Aurora Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.3mi
3/10
Sally Ride Elementary: A Smart Academy
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
4/10
Ascot Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
2/10
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
2/10
Holmes Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.7mi
2/10
Harmony Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
3/10
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
5/10
Lillian Street Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.0mi
4/10
Nevin Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
5/10
Estrella Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
4/10
Quincy Jones Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
3/10
Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
5/10
Pacific Boulevard School
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
5/10
Twentieth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
3/10
George Washington Carver Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
3/10
Los Angeles Academy Middle
Public,•6-8•0.7mi
3/10
Thomas A. Edison Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.1mi
2/10
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academies-School Of Business And Technology
Public,•6-8•1.3mi
6/10
Vernon City Elementary School
Public,•K-7•1.3mi
3/10
Henry T. Gage Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.3mi
2/10
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
Public,•9-12•0.8mi
3/10
Nava College Preparatory Academy
Public,•9-12•0.8mi
4/10
Huntington Park Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
3/10
John C. Fremont Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
5/10
Santee Education Complex
Public,•9-12•2.2mi
5/10
STEM Academy of Boyle Heights HS
Public,•9-12•3.7mi
5/10
Felicitas And Gonzalo Mendez High
Public,•9-12•3.8mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
11/13/25
Listing
$699,999
11/27/19
Sold
$500,000
11/20/17
Sold
$400,000
09/10/15
Sold
$255,000
01/06/12
Sold
$242,000
11/18/05
Sold
$450,000
03/07/05
Sold
$167,500
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite being built in 1910, the property has been 'completely renovated' and 'fully upgraded' with 'modern finishes throughout,' as stated in the description and evidenced by the images. Both kitchens and bathrooms feature new cabinets, countertops, fixtures, and tiling. New wood-look laminate flooring, fresh paint, recessed lighting, and modern ceiling fans are present in all living spaces. The property is presented as 100% turnkey with no work needed, indicating a very recent and extensive renovation that brings all components to a virtually new standard.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Turnkey & Fully Renovated: Both duplex units are completely renovated with modern finishes, offering a 100% turnkey, move-in ready, and low-maintenance property.
Prime Investment Opportunity: The property is explicitly marketed as a rare, turnkey LA investment opportunity with strong rental potential, ideal for investors or multi-generational living.
Strategic Central Location: Located just minutes from Downtown LA, with excellent proximity to major freeways, transit, shopping, and job centers, enhancing its desirability and rental appeal.
Income-Generating Duplex: As a duplex, it offers versatile options for income generation, allowing an owner to live in one unit and rent the other, or rent both for maximum cash flow.
Modern Updates: The description emphasizes 'beautifully updated with modern finishes throughout,' ensuring contemporary appeal and functionality for tenants or owner-occupants.
Cons
Historic Property Age: Built in 1910, despite extensive renovations, the underlying structure's age could potentially lead to unforeseen maintenance issues or higher insurance costs.
Compact Living Spaces: With a total of 1256 sqft divided into two units (2 bed/2 bath and 2 bed/1 bath), the individual living spaces are relatively compact, which may limit appeal to larger families.
Mixed School Ratings: Several nearby public schools have lower ratings (e.g., 2s and 3s), which could be a deterrent for families prioritizing top-tier public education options.