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Investment Highlights

  • 986 E. 51st St. presents a charming Craftsman-influenced California bungalow duplex in South Los Angeles, offered at $749,000.
  • Downstairs unit has been refreshed with central A/C, wood-style flooring, updated kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, and tile flooring.
  • Carries the warmth and scale of an early Los Angeles bungalow, with a covered front porch, gabled roofline, wood-sided exterior, mature landscaping.
  • The vacant 1-bdrm. unit creates immediate flexibility for an owner-user, first-time buyer, or small-income investor.
  • A rear carport, on-site parking area, and private yard space add practical day-to-day functionality beyond the interior improvements.
  • Approx. 3 miles east of USC, Exposition Park, USC Village, BMO Stadium, the LA Memorial Coliseum, The Shrine Auditorium, and nearby museums.

Executive Summary

986 East 51st is a charming Craftsman-influenced California bungalow duplex in South LA, offered at $749,000 with one unit delivered vacant. Built in 1912, the property totals approx. 1,937 SF and is comprised of a downstairs 3-bdrm./2-bath residence and a separate upstairs 1-bdrm./1-bath unit. The property has the warmth and scale of an early LA bungalow, with a covered front porch, gabled roofline, wood-sided exterior, mature landscaping, and a residential feel that gives it more character than a typical duplex. The downstairs 3-bdrm./2-bath unit has been updated with wood-style flooring, kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, tile flooring in the kitchen, updated bathroom fixtures, and central A/C. The upstairs 1-bdrm. unit has also been updated and is vacant, giving a buyer the ability to move in, lease it at market rent, or decide how they want the property to work for them from day one. A rear carport, on-site parking area, and private yard space add everyday functionality for tenants or an owner-user. Located near Central Ave, Avalon Blvd, Vernon Ave, and the 110 Freeway, 986 East 51st Street sits within a South Los Angeles neighborhood setting with access to local retail, transit corridors, and major city anchors. The property is also approx. 3 miles east of USC, Exposition Park, USC Village, BMO Stadium, the LA Memorial Coliseum, The Shrine Auditorium, and nearby museums and public spaces. 986 East 51st Street offers a character-rich duplex with immediate flexibility, giving buyers a practical entry point into real estate ownership and long-term portfolio building.

Property Facts

Price $749,000
Price Per Unit $374,500
Sale Type Investment
Cap Rate 1%
Gross Rent Multiplier 13.29
No. Units 2
Property Type
Multifamily
  • Multifamily Apartments
Apartment Style Low-Rise
Lot Size 0.10 AC
Building Size 1,937 SF
Average Occupancy 50%
No. Stories 2
Year Built 1912
Parking Ratio 2.07/1,000 SF
Zoning R2-1

Unit Mix Information

Description No. Units Avg. Rent/Mo SF
3+2 1 - -
1+1 1 - -
Moderately walkable
60/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Good public transit
70/100
Moderately bikeable
60/100
  • Listing ID: 41494149

  • Date on Market: 7/30/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 986 E 51st St, Los Angeles, CA 90011

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