941 W 55th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90037
About This Home
Charming 1920s bungalow opportunity in the heart of South Los Angeles! Situated on a 5,170 sq. ft. LAR2-zoned lot, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family residence offers approximately 1,138 sq. ft. of living space and presents endless possibilities for homeowners, investors, or developers. The home retains classic character and features a functional floor plan, spacious living areas, and abundant natural light. The generous lot provides potential for expansion, redevelopment, or the addition of an ADU (buyer to verify with the city). Conveniently located near major freeways, public transportation, shopping, dining, and employment centers, this property combines location, flexibility, and long-term upside. A rare opportunity to own in a rapidly evolving neighborhood with strong growth potential.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Range Hood,Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Kitchen
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub,Dual Sinks,Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures,Remodeled,Tub Shower,Upgraded
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Open Floorplan,Quartz Counters,See Remarks,All Bedrooms Down
- Window features: Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Gas,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: See Remarks
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,138 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters,Quartz Counters,Remodeled,Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5001008019
- Zoning: LAR2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch
- Spa features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 5,170 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Near Public Transit,Rectangular Lot,Rocks,Sloped Up,Yard
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 129
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Direct Access,Door-Single,Driveway,Driveway Up Slope From Street,Garage Faces Front,Garage,See Remarks
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Los Angeles County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,538 | $42,456 |
| Home Insurance * | $154 | $1,848 |
| Property Taxes | $938 | $11,256 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,028 | $60,336 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | Listed for sale | $699,800 |
| 2025-12-10 | Sold | $485,000 |
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