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10% Reduction | 7.23% CAP & 9.52 GRM 1038 E 53rd St 5 Unit Apartment Building $1,365,000 ($273,000/Unit) 7.23% Cap Rate Los Angeles, CA 90011

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Investment Highlights

  • The property features a vacant 3-bed/1-bath home, fully renovated in 2025; followed by 2 duplexes with (4) 1-bed units built-in 2025.
  • The (4) 1-bed units located in the attached and detached duplexes were newly constructed in 2025 and offer similar interior features.
  • Across the street from Aurora Elementary School and blocks from Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School and LA Academy Middle School.
  • Front unit includes wood-vinyl flooring, new cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, mini-split A/C system, and laundry hookups.
  • Each 1-bed unit includes modern cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, upgraded bath finishes, mini-split A/C system, and recessed lighting.

Executive Summary

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.

Financial Summary (Actual - 2025) Click Here to Access

Annual Annual Per SF
Gross Rental Income $99,999 $9.99
Other Income $99,999 $9.99
Vacancy Loss $99,999 $9.99
Effective Gross Income $99,999 $9.99
Taxes $99,999 $9.99
Operating Expenses $99,999 $9.99
Total Expenses $99,999 $9.99
Net Operating Income $99,999 $9.99

Financial Summary (Actual - 2025) Click Here to Access

Gross Rental Income
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Other Income
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Vacancy Loss
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Effective Gross Income
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Taxes
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Operating Expenses
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Total Expenses
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99
Net Operating Income
Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99

Property Facts

Price $1,365,000
Price Per Unit $273,000
Sale Type Investment
Cap Rate 7.23%
Gross Rent Multiplier 9.52
No. Units 5
Property Type Multifamily
Property Subtype Apartment
Apartment Style Low-Rise
Building Class C
Lot Size 0.11 AC
Building Size 3,357 SF
Average Occupancy 60%
No. Stories 2
Year Built 2025
Parking Ratio 0.3/1,000 SF
Zoning LAR2 - Two-Family Dwellings R1 Uses, Home Occupations

Amenities

Unit Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Disposal
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Range
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Site Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • Security System

Unit Mix Information

Description No. Units Avg. Rent/Mo SF
3+1 1 $3,668 -
1+1 4 $2,084 -
Walk Score®
Very Walkable (75)
Bike Score®
Very Bikeable (74)
What is a Walk Score®, Transit Score® & Bike Score®?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
Bike Score® measures bikeability of a location.
What is a Walk Score®
, Transit Score® & Bike Score?
Walk Score® measures the walkability
of any address. Transit Score®
measures access to public transit. Bike Score®
measures bikeability of a location.®

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
5103-023-025
Land Assessment
$324,604
Improvements Assessment
$81,151
Total Assessment
$405,755
Annual Taxes
($1) ($0.00/SF)
Tax Year
2025
  • Listing ID: 38760179

  • Date on Market: 12/12/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 1038 E 53rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90011

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