5600 Smiley Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90016
About This Home
Unlock the potential at 5600 Smiley Drive, a rare opportunity for seasoned investors, builders, or visionaries looking to create value in a prime Los Angeles location. Set on a generous lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom main residence is a true heavy fixer, taken down to the studs and ready for a complete transformation. The existing footprint offers a blank canvas to reimagine the space with modern design, optimized layout, and elevated finishes. A detached garage adds flexibility for potential ADU conversion, workspace, or additional income-producing possibilities (buyer to verify).This is a project for those with the expertise and vision to bring it to life, ideal for a full renovation or redevelopment. Please note: due to the current condition of the property, it will not qualify for conventional financing and is best suited for cash buyers or alternative financing options. Opportunities like this where location meets limitless upside are increasingly rare. Bring your contractor, your architect, and your imagination.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Other
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: None
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,266
- Total interior livable area: 1,266 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5048022008
- Zoning: LARD2
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Lot size: 4,791 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 120
Parking
- Parking features: Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $4,545 | $54,540 |
| Home Insurance * | $120 | $1,440 |
| Property Taxes | $910 | $10,920 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,973 | $71,676 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | Listed for sale | $949,000 |
| 2019-06-01 | Listing removed | $3,350 |
| 2019-05-22 | Listed for rent | $3,350 |
| 2019-05-01 | Sold | $720,000 |
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