859 E 53rd Street 2, Los Angeles, California 90011, Los Angeles, - bed, bath
ACTIVE$760,000
859 E 53rd Street 2, Los Angeles, California 90011
0Bed
0Bath
1,695Sqft
4,600Lot
Year Built
1899
Close
-
List price
$760K
Original List price
$760K
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
DW25144145
Home ConditionGood
Features
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About this home
Charming duplex in Southeast Los Angeles with updated features throughout. Property includes two units: front unit with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and rear unit with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Front unit interior upgrades include tile flooring, granite countertops, and ceiling fans. Each unit offers its own private yard. Detached 2-car garage plus additional parking. Zoned LAR2 on a 4,600 sq ft lot, offering potential for expansion or future ADU. Conveniently located near freeways and Downtown Los Angeles.
Nearby schools
2/10
Aurora Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
2/10
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.3mi
3/10
Sally Ride Elementary: A Smart Academy
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
2/10
Main Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
5/10
Estrella Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
2/10
Harmony Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
4/10
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
5/10
West Vernon Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
3/10
Fifty-Second Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
2/10
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
/10
Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center
Public,•K-2•1.9mi
3/10
Los Angeles Academy Middle
Public,•6-8•0.3mi
3/10
George Washington Carver Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
2/10
John Muir Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.9mi
3/10
William Jefferson Clinton Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.9mi
2/10
Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.1mi
3/10
Nava College Preparatory Academy
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
2/10
Augustus F. Hawkins High A Critical Design And Gaming
Public,•9-12•1.7mi
3/10
John C. Fremont Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
3/10
Manual Arts Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
5/10
Santee Education Complex
Public,•9-12•2.4mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
06/30/25
Listing
$760,000
08/21/18
Sold
$495,000
07/15/11
Sold
$245,000
06/01/07
Sold
$610,000
Neighborhood Comparison
| Subject | Average Home | Neighbourhood Ranking (23 Listings) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0 | 0 | |
| Baths | 0 | 0 | |
| Square foot | 1,695 | 1,988 | 25% |
| Lot Size | 4,600 | 5,364 | 8% |
| Price | $760K | $710K | 58% |
| Price per square foot | $448 | $348.5 | 79% |
| Built year | 1899 | 9610962 | 8% |
| HOA | |||
| Days on market | 127 | 166 | 17% |
Condition Rating
Good
Despite being built in 1899, the property appears to have undergone significant recent interior renovations, particularly in the kitchen. The kitchen features modern white shaker-style cabinets, light-colored granite/quartz countertops, a contemporary pull-down faucet, and clean tile flooring, suggesting an update within the last 5-15 years. The consistent tile flooring and modern flush-mount LED lighting throughout the visible areas also contribute to a move-in ready condition. While no bathroom images are provided, and the exterior shows an older structure with a window AC unit (implying no central HVAC), the visible upgrades make the interior functional and aesthetically pleasing, aligning with the 'Good' criteria for a property that is move-in ready with recent updates.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Income-Generating Duplex: The property is configured as a duplex with two distinct units (3 bed/2 bath and 3 bed/1.5 bath), providing immediate rental income potential or owner-occupier flexibility.
Development & ADU Potential: Zoned LAR2 on a 4,600 sq ft lot, offering significant potential for future expansion or the addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), enhancing long-term value.
Updated Interior Features: The front unit boasts recent upgrades including tile flooring, granite countertops, and ceiling fans, reducing immediate renovation costs for a new owner.
Ample Private Parking: Features a detached 2-car garage plus additional parking, a highly desirable amenity in the Los Angeles urban environment.
Private Outdoor Spaces: Each unit benefits from its own private yard, a valuable feature that enhances tenant appeal and quality of life.
Cons
Advanced Age of Structure: Built in 1899, the property's age suggests potential for significant maintenance or replacement costs for original structural components and major systems (plumbing, electrical, foundation, roof) not explicitly mentioned as updated.
Absence of Central Air Conditioning: The description mentions ceiling fans but no central AC, which could be a significant comfort drawback and a costly upgrade in Los Angeles' climate.
Mixed School Ratings in Vicinity: While conveniently located, the surrounding area's public school ratings are predominantly average to low (2s and 3s), which may be a deterrent for families prioritizing top-tier educational institutions.