220 E Avenue 38, Los Angeles, CA, 90031
About This Home
Great investment opportunity in a desirable Los Angeles location! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath property offers strong potential for investors, first-time buyers, or those looking to add value. The home features a spacious living room, functional kitchen, indoor laundry area, and an attic converted into a versatile den that can be used as a home office, creative space, or additional living area. Additional highlights include a tankless water heater, fenced back patio for outdoor enjoyment, and convenient front parking. The layout and existing features offer flexibility for future improvements or rental potential. Ideally located approximately 3 miles from Highland Park—a vibrant and growing neighborhood known for its restaurants, cafes, and boutique shops. Less than 4 miles from Dodger Stadium and about 4 miles from popular attractions such as Griffith Park and the iconic Hollywood Sign. The property also offers convenient access to Interstate 5 and California State Route 2, making commuting to Los Angeles and surrounding areas easy. With proximity to major attractions, entertainment venues, and outdoor recreation, this property presents an excellent opportunity for long-term rental income, value appreciation, or a strategic addition to your investment portfolio.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Cooling
- Cooling features: None
Features
- All Bedrooms Down,Attic
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5451004009
- Zoning: LARD2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Level 1 w/steps
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Concrete,Front Porch,Open,Patio
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 3,150 sqft
- Features: Flag Lot,Rectangular Lot
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $3,286 | $39,432 |
| Home Insurance * | $112 | $1,344 |
| Property Taxes | $665 | $7,980 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $4,461 | $53,532 |
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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-19 | Price change | $649,900 |
| 2026-03-14 | Listed for sale | $679,900 |
| 2010-09-28 | Sold | $200,000 |
| 2010-06-25 | Price change | $199,900 |
| 2010-06-12 | Listed for sale | $220,000 |
| 2008-12-21 | Listing removed | $395,876 |
| 2008-10-12 | Price change | $395,876 |
| 2008-05-28 | Price change | $415,876 |
| 2008-04-26 | Listed for sale | $450,876 |
| 2002-02-27 | Sold | $136,000 |
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