947 S Sycamore Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90036, Los Angeles, 90036 - bed, bath
ACTIVE$1,750,000
947 S Sycamore Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90036
0Bed
0Bath
3,288Sqft
6,457Lot
Year Built
1926
Close
-
List price
$1.75M
Original List price
$1.75M
Price/Sqft
$532
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
SR25220410
Home ConditionGood
Features
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About this home
We found 3 Cons,5 Pros.
DESCRIPTION Owner user Triplex in great Mid Wilshire area. Completely remodeled (without permits) 3 bedroom 3 bath lower unit with new central air and heating, very large formal dining room, living room with fireplace, new kitchen with granite counter tops, new cabinets, stove, microwave and dishwasher, breakfast area and laundry area for stacked washer and dryer. All 3 bathrooms are remodeled and 2 of them are on suite. 1 covered parking spaces and 2 uncovered for the 3 bedroom apartment. Both 1 bedroom apartments have 1 covered parking space. Perfect for owner user or investor. Upstairs is 2 one bedroom apartments. Must see. Owner licensed
Nearby schools
2/10
Wilshire Crest Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.1mi
8/10
Third Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
7/10
Hancock Park Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
5/10
Carthay Center Elementary
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
7/10
John Burroughs Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
4/10
Los Angeles Senior High School
Public,•9-12•0.7mi
7/10
Fairfax Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
09/18/25
Listing
$1,750,000
11/09/04
Sold
$849,000
01/18/00
Sold
$340,000
02/03/99
Sold
$299,000
10/30/96
Sold
$230,000
Condition Rating
Good
The property, a 1926 triplex, features a 'completely remodeled' lower unit with new central air and heating, a new kitchen (granite countertops, new cabinets, stove, microwave, dishwasher), and remodeled bathrooms. The provided images confirm modern, clean interiors with updated flooring and a contemporary bathroom. While the remodeled unit itself appears to be in excellent condition, the overall property is an older building (1926), and the condition of the other two units is not specified. The exterior also reflects the building's age. Therefore, while the primary unit is move-in ready with significant recent updates, the property as a whole does not meet the 'Excellent' criteria due to its age and the partial nature of the renovation across the entire triplex. The 'without permits' disclosure is a factor for buyers but does not directly impact the physical condition score.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Income-Generating Triplex: The property is a triplex, ideal for both owner-users and investors, offering multiple income streams and flexibility in living arrangements.
Prime Mid-Wilshire Location: Situated in a 'great Mid Wilshire area,' indicating a desirable and potentially high-demand neighborhood in Los Angeles.
Extensively Remodeled Lower Unit: The 3-bedroom, 3-bath lower unit has been completely remodeled with new central air/heating, a new kitchen (granite, new cabinets, appliances), remodeled bathrooms (two en-suite), a large formal dining room, and a living room with a fireplace.
Ample Parking: The property provides generous parking with 1 covered and 2 uncovered spaces for the lower unit, plus 1 covered space for each of the two 1-bedroom apartments upstairs.
Versatile Unit Mix: The configuration of a spacious 3-bedroom unit and two additional 1-bedroom units offers versatility for owner-occupancy with rental income or full investment potential.
Cons
Remodeling Without Permits: The description explicitly states the lower unit was 'completely remodeled (without permits),' which poses significant legal and structural risks and may require costly remediation or legalization.
Unspecified Condition of Upper Units: Only the lower unit's remodeling is detailed, implying the two upstairs 1-bedroom units may not be updated to the same standard, potentially requiring future investment for renovation.
Age of Property: Built in 1926, the property is nearly a century old, which could mean aging infrastructure (e.g., plumbing, electrical, roof) in areas not covered by the recent remodel, potentially leading to higher maintenance costs.