1271 W 81st St, Los Angeles, CA, 90044
About This Home
This home is beautiful, utilizes open space well and clean. Home larger than most 2 bd. 1 ba. in area and will not last. Vermont Knolls Beauty located in private corner adjoining Manchester Square. 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath approx. 1,384 Sq. Ft., 1930s architectural character blends with contemporary updates for today's lifestyle. Approximately 1,384 square feet of interior space with great floor plan for privacy for multi residents and family. Spacious 2-bedroom home offers an open, comfortable floor plan ideal for entertaining, family gatherings, and work-from-home living. The home features a formal dining room, an inviting living room with gorgeous original wood-burning fireplace, and a large window that fills the space with natural light. Beautiful crown moldings, architectural details, and distinctive high-quality burlwood-style doors throughout add warmth and character throughout. In addition to the two bedrooms, there are two bonus rooms, offering flexibility for an office, den, receiving room, or potentially an additional or junior bedroom with minimal modification. Additional highlights include fresh white paint interior, newer kitchen and laundry appliances and flooring, an interior laundry room, ample parking for approximately 5 cars, plus a detached 2-car garage with potential for an ADU buildout. The backyard and adjoining carport offer added privacy from neighboring properties, and the carport area was recently reglazed for new owners. Home is ready to move in for short escrow. Conveniently located near schools, parks, places of worship, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. This home is a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking space, character, flexibility, and a strong sense of community in the desirable Vermont Knolls area of Los Angeles.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1936
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish Colonial
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-Ins,Convection Oven,Microwave,Oven,Gas Oven,Disposal,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Water Heater Unit
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bathroom
- Features: Double Shower,Linen Closet,Shower and Tub,Shower Stall,Split Bath
Bedroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Crown Molding,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Breakfast Nook,Breakfast Room,Formal Dining Rm
- Flooring: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Floor Furnace
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,235
- Total interior livable area: 1,235 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Counter Top
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 6033008007
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Sellers will be taking all Simplesafe,alarms and doorbell cameras in interior and exterior,also internet,solarpanels (owned),remaining personal items,including attached TV.
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Foyer
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Concrete Slab
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Other,Partial,Wood,Fenced Yard,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Lot size: 4,072 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Lot-Level/Flat,City Lot,Flats
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 102
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,Carport,Garage Is Detached,Gated,Garage - 2 Car,Driveway Gate
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: 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
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $4,121 | $49,452 |
| Home Insurance * | $157 | $1,884 |
| Property Taxes | $885 | $10,620 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,561 | $66,732 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20 | Listed for sale | $815,000 |
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