5131 Woodlawn Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90011, Los Angeles, - bed, bath
ACTIVE$525,000
5131 Woodlawn Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90011
3Beds
2Baths
1,168Sqft
5,084Lot
Year Built
1908
Close
-
List price
$525K
Original List price
$525K
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25571331
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
INVESTOR SPECIAL! Unlock the potential of this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family FIXER located just steps from the vibrant South Park Recreation Center featuring sports fields, a pool, walking trails, and playgrounds. Nestled in a highly desirable neighborhood, this property is perfectly positioned near shopping centers, grocery stores, major freeways, and just minutes from Downtown Los Angeles. Whether you're an investor or a visionary ready to renovate, this home is bursting with opportunity. Situated on an R2-zoned lot, there may be potential to expand the existing structure. detached 2-car garage converted for added value (buyer to verify). PROPERTY WILL BE VACANT NOVEMBER 30TH Bring your imagination, tools, and design vision this is your chance to transform a well-located property into something truly special!
Nearby schools
2/10
Main Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.1mi
5/10
Estrella Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
2/10
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
5/10
West Vernon Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
3/10
Fifty-Second Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
2/10
Aurora Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
3/10
Sally Ride Elementary: A Smart Academy
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
2/10
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
4/10
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
2/10
Harmony Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
/10
Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center
Public,•K-2•1.1mi
3/10
Los Angeles Academy Middle
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
3/10
George Washington Carver Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.9mi
2/10
John Muir Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.2mi
3/10
William Jefferson Clinton Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.6mi
2/10
Augustus F. Hawkins High A Critical Design And Gaming
Public,•9-12•1.1mi
3/10
Manual Arts Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.4mi
2/10
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.6mi
3/10
Nava College Preparatory Academy
Public,•9-12•1.6mi
3/10
John C. Fremont Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
5/10
Santee Education Complex
Public,•9-12•2.4mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
07/31/25
$525,000
Neighborhood Comparison
| Subject | Average Home | Neighbourhood Ranking (31 Listings) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3 | 3 | 50% |
| Baths | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,168 | 1,196 | 47% |
| Lot Size | 5,084 | 5,148 | 47% |
| Price | $525K | $534K | 47% |
| Price per square foot | $449 | $498 | 38% |
| Built year | 1908 | 9550956 | 44% |
| HOA | |||
| Days on market | 97 | 194 | 9% |
Condition Rating
Poor
This property, built in 1908, is explicitly described as an 'INVESTOR SPECIAL' and a 'FIXER,' indicating it requires substantial repairs and rehabilitation. The exterior image shows significant deferred maintenance with peeling paint and an aged fence. While interior images are limited, the visible living room features a dated textured ceiling and overall worn appearance, consistent with a property that has not undergone major renovations in many decades. The description suggests the need for 'imagination, tools, and design vision' to transform it, aligning with the 'poor' condition criteria where major components require repair and the property is likely uncomfortable in its current state.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Location & Accessibility: Centrally located in a highly desirable neighborhood, offering easy access to shopping centers, grocery stores, major freeways, and just minutes from Downtown Los Angeles.
Strong Investment Opportunity: Explicitly marketed as an 'INVESTOR SPECIAL' with significant potential for renovation and value appreciation, appealing to a specific buyer segment.
R2 Zoning for Development Potential: Situated on an R2-zoned lot, which may allow for expansion of the existing structure or potential for additional unit development, enhancing future value.
Proximity to Recreational Amenities: Located just steps from the vibrant South Park Recreation Center, providing convenient access to sports fields, a pool, walking trails, and playgrounds.
Access to Highly-Rated Schools: Several highly-rated elementary schools, such as Estrella Elementary (rating 5) and West Vernon Avenue Elementary (rating 5), are within a short distance.
Cons
Extensive Renovation Required: The property is explicitly described as a 'FIXER,' indicating it requires substantial investment, time, and effort for renovation to be move-in ready or to maximize its potential.
Advanced Age of Structure: Built in 1908, the home is over a century old, which often implies outdated systems (plumbing, electrical) and potential structural issues requiring significant updates.
Unverified Garage Conversion: The detached 2-car garage has been 'converted for added value' but explicitly states 'buyer to verify,' suggesting potential permitting issues or non-conforming work that could incur future costs or require legalization.