***10% price reduction – 7.23% CAP and 9.52 GRM on current rents – 6% pre-tax cash flow return *** 1038 E. 53rd Street is now offered at a 7.23% CAP and 9.52 GRM following a 10% price reduction, delivering an estimated 6% pre-tax cash flow return on 2025 renovation and construction. In a market where recently built product often trades at lower yields, the current pricing places this property in a category that is increasingly difficult to replicate. The property offers a turnkey owner-user and rental-income opportunity in the heart of the Historic Central Avenue district of South Los Angeles. The property features a vacant 3-bed/1-bath home at the front of the lot, fully renovated in 2025; followed by an attached duplex with two renovated one-bedroom units; and a detached rear duplex completed in the same year. Ownership renovated the front unit to include wood-style vinyl flooring, shaker-style cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless-steel appliances, updated tilework, recessed lighting, in-unit laundry hookups, and new mini-split heating and cooling systems. The four 1-bdrm. units located in the attached and detached duplexes were newly constructed in 2025 and offer similar interior features. Each unit includes modern cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, upgraded bath finishes, and recessed lighting. The consistent scope of work across all structures limits deferred maintenance concerns and simplifies ongoing management. The location places residents within the Historic Central Avenue corridor, with proximity to Central Ave., neighborhood schools, parks, and transit routes connecting to Downtown LA, USC, Florence, and surrounding employment centers. At its current pricing, 1038 E. 53rd pairs 2025 renovation and construction with a 7.23% CAP and estimated 6% pre-tax return. he combination of condition, layout, and basis creates a practical opportunity that is difficult to replicate.
Property Details
Price:
$1,365,000
MLS #:
25628207
Status:
Active
Beds:
7
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
c42downtownla
Listed Date:
Dec 12, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
3,357
Total Sq Ft:
3,357
Lot Size:
4,645 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2025
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
GD
Heating
WL
Laundry Features
STK
Exterior
Architectural Style
BNG
Parking Spots
1
Security Features
CRD
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Community
- Address1038 E 53rd ST Los Angeles CA
- CityLos Angeles
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90011
Subdivisions in Los Angeles
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Los Angeles as of Mar 03, 2026
7,168
Single Family Listed
82
Avg DOM
506
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,494,389
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1038 E 53rd ST Los Angeles CA is a Single Family for sale in Los Angeles, CA, 90011. It is listed for $1,365,000 and features 7 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 3,357 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2025. The current price per square foot is $407. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Los Angeles is $506. The average listing price for Single Family in Los Angeles is $1,494,389.
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