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Craftsman Bungalow Duplex w/ Vacant Unit 986 E 51st St 2 Unit Apartment Building $699,000 ($349,500/Unit) 6.50% Cap Rate Los Angeles, CA 90011



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 | $699,000 | Apartment Style | Low-Rise |
| Price Per Unit | $349,500 | Building Class | C |
| Sale Type | Investment | Lot Size | 0.10 AC |
| Cap Rate | 6.50% | Building Size | 1,937 SF |
| Gross Rent Multiplier | 11.4 | Average Occupancy | 50% |
| No. Units | 2 | No. Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Multifamily | Year Built | 1912 |
| Property Subtype | Apartment | Parking Ratio | 2.07/1,000 SF |
| Zoning | R2-1 | ||
| Price | $699,000 |
| Price Per Unit | $349,500 |
| Sale Type | Investment |
| Cap Rate | 6.50% |
| Gross Rent Multiplier | 11.4 |
| No. Units | 2 |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Low-Rise |
| Building Class | C |
| 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 | - | - |
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Moderately walkable
60/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Good public transit
70/100
Moderately bikeable
60/100
Property Taxes
| Parcel Number | 5103-028-027 | Improvements Assessment | $142,808 |
| Land Assessment | $320,557 | Total Assessment | $463,365 |
Property Taxes
Parcel Number
5103-028-027
Land Assessment
$320,557
Improvements Assessment
$142,808
Total Assessment
$463,365
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