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  • $815,000

    1271 W 81st St, Los Angeles, CA 90044

    2beds
    1,235sqft
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    $5,481/mo
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    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1936
    4,072 Square Feet Lot
    $812,500 Zestimate®
    $660/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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.
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    Listed by:

    Jessica Russell DRE # 01216047 310-288-0482,

    eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles 888-652-1314

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26862027MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Breakfast, Basement, Bonus Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Center Hall, Living Room, Service Entrance, Patio Open, Dining Room, Dining Area
      Bedroom
      • Level: Lower,Main
      Bathroom
      • Features: Double Shower, Linen Closet, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Split Bath
      Kitchen
      • Features: Counter Top
      Heating
      • Floor Furnace
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-Ins, Convection Oven, Microwave, Oven, Gas Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Heater Unit
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Nook, Breakfast Room, Formal Dining Rm
      • Flooring: Other
      • Has basement: Yes
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,235
      • Total interior livable area: 1,235 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway, Carport, Garage Is Detached, Gated, Garage - 2 Car, Driveway Gate
      • Has garage: Yes
      • Has carport: Yes
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Foyer
      • Patio & porch: Concrete Slab
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Other,Partial,Wood,Fenced Yard,Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      Lot
      • Size: 4,072 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 102
      • Features: Back Yard, Lot-Level/Flat, City Lot, Flats
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other
      • Parcel number: 6033008007
      • Zoning: LAR1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Spanish Colonial
      • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1936

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System Owned
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Los Angeles

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $660/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $239,623
      • Annual tax amount: $3,126
      • Date on market: 7/20/2026
      • Inclusions: Newer Refrigerator, oven/stove, microwave, kitchen cart, washer and dryer. Fireplace screen,
      • 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.

        Estimated market value

        $812,500

        $772,000 - $853,000

        $3,146/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Listed for sale$815,000$660/sqft
        Source: CLAW #26862027 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,126 +2.5%$239,623 +2%
        2024$3,051 +1.7%$234,925 +2%
        2023$2,999 +4.6%$230,320 +2%
        2022$2,868 +1.5%$225,805 +2%
        2021$2,825 -0.9%$221,379 +1%
        2020$2,851 $219,110 +2%
        2019$2,851 +5.7%$214,815 +2%
        2018$2,697 $210,604 +2%
        2017$2,697 +2.1%$206,475 +2%
        2016$2,642 +2.7%$202,427 +1.5%
        2015$2,573 +0.7%$199,387 +2%
        2014$2,555 $195,482 +2.5%
        2012-- $190,786 +2%
        2011-- $187,046 +0.8%
        2010-- $185,649 -0.2%
        2009-- $186,091 +2%
        2008-- $182,443 +2%
        2007-- $178,867 +2%
        2006-- $175,360
        2005-- $175,360 +4%
        2004-- $168,553 +1.9%
        2003-- $165,464 +2%
        2002-- $162,220 +4%
        2000-- $155,923
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: South Los Angeles

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        57 / 100
        Good Transit
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

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