1845 W 12th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90006
About This Home
Welcome to 1845 W 12th Street — a rare opportunity to own a historic multi-family property in the heart of Los Angeles. Built in 1910, this character-rich property offers approximately 4,258 square feet of living space on a 6,250 square foot lot, featuring a total of 12 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms across multiple units. Blending timeless architectural charm with income-producing potential, this property presents a unique opportunity for both investors and owner-users. Inside, the property showcases classic period details, generous living spaces, and a flexible unit mix, offering immediate rental income potential or the opportunity to reposition and add value. Whether you’re looking to preserve its historic character, renovate, or maximize returns, this property provides a versatile canvas. Located in a centrally positioned Los Angeles neighborhood, just minutes from Downtown LA, Koreatown, and USC, the property benefits from strong rental demand and convenient access to major transit, employment centers, dining, and cultural hubs. A rare chance to own a historic, income-generating property with scale, character, and upside in one of LA’s most centrally located neighborhoods. Seller is doing a 1031 exchange with the sell of this property.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Foundation: Combination,Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Drywall,Frame,Glass,Concrete
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: French Provincial
- Property subType: Triplex
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Range,Range Hood
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
Features
- Built-in Features,Bedroom on Main Level,French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s)
- Door features: Atrium Doors
- Window features: Wood Frames
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,258
- Total interior livable area: 4,258 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 5136021005
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Lot size: 6,252 sqft
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None
- 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 | $6,062 | $72,744 |
| Home Insurance * | $272 | $3,264 |
| Property Taxes | $1,251 | $15,012 |
| Electricity | $913 | $10,956 |
| Total | $8,498 | $101,976 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-12 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000 |
| 2021-05-06 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-04-06 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000 |
| 2014-05-14 | Sold | $590,000 |
| 2014-03-25 | Listed for sale | $619,000 |
| 2014-02-14 | Listing removed | $619,000 |
| 2013-11-19 | Listed for sale | $619,000 |
| 2010-12-12 | Listing removed | $750,000 |
| 2010-05-14 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
| 2000-02-03 | Sold | $196,000 |
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