REQUEST A TOUR If you would like to see this home without being there in person, select the "Virtual Tour" option and your agent will contact you to discuss available opportunities.
In-PersonVirtual Tour

$1,888,000
Est. payment /mo
0.27 Acres Lot
UPDATED:
Key Details
Property Type Apartment
Sub Type Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID PW26097749
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1887
Lot Size 0.275 Acres
Property Sub-Type Apartment
Property Description
1978 Estrella Ave is a well-located multifamily asset situated in the highly desirable West Adams submarket of Los Angeles, an area that has experienced sustained growth driven by proximity to major employment and educational hubs. The property benefits from its close adjacency to the University of Southern California, placing it within one of the most consistently in-demand rental corridors in South Los Angeles. Its position within USC's DPS patrol zone, combined with access to USC's free Lyft service and additional private security measures in the surrounding area, enhances tenant confidence and supports strong rental demand, particularly among students and affiliated renters.
The property consists of (8) one-bedroom/one-bathroom units and (2) studio units, offering a functional and highly desirable unit mix that caters to the steady USC student housing market. Originally built in 1887 and comprehensively remodeled in 2019, the asset blends historic character with modernized interiors and systems, reducing near-term capital expenditure requirements. With approximately 4,731 square feet of improvements, the property presents an efficient layout that maximizes livable space while maintaining manageable operating characteristics for ownership.
A key operational advantage of the property is its ample on-site parking, a valuable amenity in this infill location that further strengthens its appeal to tenants. The site's configuration may also present future development or value-add potential, subject to local zoning and planning considerations, allowing investors optionality to explore repositioning strategies over time. Its proximity to USC Village and surrounding retail, dining, and transit infrastructure further reinforces the property's competitive positioning within a submarket characterized by limited supply and persistent demand.
Overall, 1978 Estrella Ave represents a compelling investment opportunity offering stable in-place income supported by a premier USC-adjacent location. The asset's combination of renovated units, desirable tenant demographics, security-enhanced environment, and strong parking profile contributes to durable occupancy and rent resilience. For investors, the property offers both immediate cash flow stability and long-term upside through rent growth and continued appreciation driven by its strategic location within one of Los Angeles' most active and supply-constrained rental markets.
The property consists of (8) one-bedroom/one-bathroom units and (2) studio units, offering a functional and highly desirable unit mix that caters to the steady USC student housing market. Originally built in 1887 and comprehensively remodeled in 2019, the asset blends historic character with modernized interiors and systems, reducing near-term capital expenditure requirements. With approximately 4,731 square feet of improvements, the property presents an efficient layout that maximizes livable space while maintaining manageable operating characteristics for ownership.
A key operational advantage of the property is its ample on-site parking, a valuable amenity in this infill location that further strengthens its appeal to tenants. The site's configuration may also present future development or value-add potential, subject to local zoning and planning considerations, allowing investors optionality to explore repositioning strategies over time. Its proximity to USC Village and surrounding retail, dining, and transit infrastructure further reinforces the property's competitive positioning within a submarket characterized by limited supply and persistent demand.
Overall, 1978 Estrella Ave represents a compelling investment opportunity offering stable in-place income supported by a premier USC-adjacent location. The asset's combination of renovated units, desirable tenant demographics, security-enhanced environment, and strong parking profile contributes to durable occupancy and rent resilience. For investors, the property offers both immediate cash flow stability and long-term upside through rent growth and continued appreciation driven by its strategic location within one of Los Angeles' most active and supply-constrained rental markets.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 699 - Not Defined
Interior
Fireplace No
Laundry Common Area
Exterior
Pool None
Community Features Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban
Total Parking Spaces 10
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction No
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 5124033028
Energy Description 2488.0
Acceptable Financing Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, 1031 Exchange
Listing Terms Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, 1031 Exchange
Special Listing Condition Standard
Read Less Info

Listed by Ryan Gonzalez Lyon Stahl Investment Real Est ryan.gonzalez@lyonstahl.com, DRE #01874815
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
Use our home loan calculator to estimate your total mortgage payment, including taxes and insurance. Simply enter the price of the home, your down payment, and details about the home loan, to calculate your mortgage payment, schedule, and more.
Payment
Schedule
Your mortgage payments over 30 years will add up to $0.
Get more info from a local expert!
Serving Southern California
Customized quick search tools to explore nearby zip codes, cities, and neighborhoods in your favorite destinations
- Home For Sale in Los Angeles County HOT
- Home For Sale in San Diego County HOT
- Home For Sale in San Bernardino County HOT
- Home For Sale in Orange County HOT
- Home For Sale in Riverside County HOT
- Homes For Sale in Los Angeles, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Beverly Hills, CA
- Homes For Sale in West Hollywood, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Culver City, CA
- Homes For Sale in San Fernando, CA
- Homes For Sale in Burbank, CA
- Homes For Sale in Pasadena, CA
- Homes For Sale in San Diego, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Oceanside, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Newport Beach, CA
- Homes For Sale in Costa Mesa, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Huntington Beach, CA
- Homes For Sale in Anaheim, CA
- Homes For Sale in Riverside, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Temecula, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Murrieta, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Menifee, CA
- Homes For Sale in Moreno Valley, CA
- Homes For Sale in Hemet, CA
- Homes For Sale in San Jacinto, CA
- Homes For Sale in San Bernardino, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Big Bear City, CA
- Homes For Sale in Orange, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in Palm Springs, CA HOT
- Homes For Sale in La Quinta, CA
Serving Arizona
Custom Quick Search Tools To Explore Nearby Zip Codes, Cities & Neighborhoods In Your Preferred Destinations
- Home For Sale in Phoenix, AZ
- Home For Sale in Arizona City, AZ
- Home For Sale in Mesa, AZ
- Home For Sale in Chandler, AZ
- Home For Sale in Gilbert, AZ
- Home For Sale in Glendale, AZ
- Home For Sale in Scottsdale, AZ
- Home For Sale in Tempe, AZ
- Home For Sale in Peoria, AZ
- Home For Sale in Surprise, AZ
- Home For Sale in Sahuarita, AZ
- Home For Sale in Oro Valley, AZ
- Home For Sale in Tucson, AZ
- Home For Sale in Prescott, AZ
- Home For Sale in Sedona, AZ
- Home For Sale in Flagstaff, AZ
- Home For Sale in Yuma, AZ
- Home For Sale in Mohave, AZ
- Home For Sale in Cochise, AZ
- Home For Sale in Yavapai, AZ
- Home For Sale in Gila, AZ
More



