2020 Thomas St, Los Angeles, CA, 90031
About This Home
Welcome to 2020 Thomas Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031—a rare opportunity in the heart of historic Lincoln Heights, where charm, convenience, and exceptional development potential come together. This spacious home offers 1,708 square feet of living space and is physically configured as a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence, complete with a dedicated office and a versatile den that can easily serve as a family room, media room, playroom, home gym, or additional workspace. The flexible floor plan provides ample room to accommodate today's evolving lifestyle needs. The property is zoned LARD3, offering incredible potential for future development. Buyers are encouraged to investigate the possibility of constructing additional units, making this an ideal investment for developers, builders, or anyone looking to capitalize on one of Los Angeles' high-demand infill locations. (Buyer to verify all development possibilities, zoning regulations, and requirements with the appropriate governmental agencies.) Perfectly positioned just a short walk from Lincoln Park, you'll enjoy access to one of the area's premier recreational destinations featuring a scenic lake, skatepark, tennis courts, recreation center, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a public swimming pool with community programs and lessons. The location is second to none—only minutes from the Keck School of Medicine of USC, Keck Hospital of USC, and LAC+USC Medical Center, making it an exceptional option for healthcare professionals, students, and those seeking proximity to world-class medical facilities. Commuters will appreciate the property's central location with quick access to Downtown Los Angeles, Chinatown, Highland Park, Pasadena, and major freeways, including the 5, 10, 101, and 110. Nearby, you'll find an abundance of restaurants, shopping, entertainment, schools, and public transportation, making daily life both convenient and connected. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, a long-term investment, or a property with tremendous redevelopment potential, 2020 Thomas Street offers a unique combination of location, lot size, and opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find in Los Angeles. Don't miss your chance to own a property with endless possibilities in one of LA's fastest-growing neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fixer,Repairs Cosmetic
- Year built: 1957
Materials
- Foundation: Raised,Slab
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room,All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile
- Fireplace features: Den
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,708 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5211006018
- Special condition: Standard,Trust
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: ground
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills,Neighborhood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- 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 | $4,550 | $54,600 |
| Home Insurance * | $155 | $1,860 |
| Property Taxes | $1,242 | $14,904 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $6,345 | $76,140 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Price change | $759,888 |
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $899,888 |
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