Nestled between Leimert Park and Exposition Park, 1849 W 38th Street blends timeless Los Angeles character with thoughtful modern comfort in one of the city’s most connected and culturally rich neighborhoods. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is filled with natural light and designed with an easy, functional flow that instantly feels warm and welcoming. The entertaining spaces are thoughtfully positioned on the left side of the home, while all bedrooms are privately tucked along the right half, creating a comfortable sense of separation for both everyday living and hosting.
Fresh interior paint, new flooring, updated central HVAC, and expansive windows throughout create a bright and airy atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The living and dining spaces flow seamlessly together, balancing comfort, openness, and practicality for everyday living. Sunlight pours through the home throughout the day, enhancing the clean finishes and creating an environment that feels both elevated and relaxed.
Step outside to a spacious backyard designed for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying Southern California living. A pergola-covered patio creates the perfect setting for outdoor dining, weekend get-togethers, or slow mornings with coffee. Surrounded by mature greenery, the yard features fruit-bearing mandarin, lemon, and grapefruit trees, along with a flourishing passionfruit vine that adds charm and character to the outdoor space.
A long gated driveway leads to a detached garage, offering ample parking and exciting potential for a future ADU, creative studio, home office, or guest space. Adding to the home’s versatility, 1849 W 38th Street is also one of the few homes in the neighborhood with direct alley access, a rare and valuable feature that enhances both convenience and long-term potential.
Located just minutes from USC, BMO Stadium, the LA Memorial Coliseum, and Science Center, the home also places you near some of LA’s favorite local destinations including Apollonia's Pizzeria, Cento Pasta Bar, Halfday Coffee, Cafe 5, Holbox, and Maydan Market. Offering a rare combination of warmth, functionality, outdoor space, and central access, this home captures the essence of comfortable Los Angeles living.
For sale
Listed by: Kase Real Estate • Juan Serrano • 949-200-9818
$799,999
1849 W 38th St, Los Angeles, CA 90062
3beds
1,222sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
5,162 Square Feet Lot
$822,500 Zestimate®
$655/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 74 days
- 505
- 44
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Juan Serrano DRE #02310408 949-200-9818,
Kase Real Estate,
Cesar Vasquez DRE #01936389 323-428-3436,
Kase Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26148161
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,222 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Average Condition
Lot
- Size: 5,162 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5035034013
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $655/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $870,189
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(b),FHA 203(k),FHA
Estimated market value
$822,500
$781,000 - $864,000
$4,133/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,999$655/sqft |
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| 8/16/2026 | Pending sale | $799,999$655/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,999-2.4%$655/sqft |
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| 7/12/2022 | Sold | $820,000-3%$671/sqft |
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| 6/14/2022 | Pending sale | $845,000$691/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway California Properties #RS22109789 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $845,000$691/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #RS22109789 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2022 | Pending sale | $845,000$691/sqft |
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| 6/6/2022 | Price change | $845,000-5.1%$691/sqft |
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| 5/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $890,000+238.4%$728/sqft |
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| 11/10/2011 | Sold | $263,000+1.5%$215/sqft |
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| 8/6/2011 | Listing removed | $259,000$212/sqft |
Source: American Team Realty #R1104574 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2011 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$212/sqft |
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| 5/5/2011 | Price change | $269,000-6.9%$220/sqft |
Source: American Team Realty #R1102099 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2011 | Price change | $289,000+3.6%$236/sqft |
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| 3/19/2011 | Price change | $279,000-6.7%$228/sqft |
Source: American Team Realty #Y1003881 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2010 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$245/sqft |
Source: American Team Realty Properties Inc #Y1003881 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $315,000$258/sqft |
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| 8/23/2010 | Listing removed | $315,000$258/sqft |
Source: Newstar Realty #Y1003881SC Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2010 | Listed for sale | $315,000+94.4%$258/sqft |
Source: American Team Realty Properties Inc #Y1003881 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2010 | Sold | $162,000-14.3%$133/sqft |
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| 2/27/2010 | Listed for sale | $189,000-40.9%$155/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Allstars #R1000616 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2005 | Sold | $320,000+42.9%$262/sqft |
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| 1/15/2003 | Sold | $224,000+50.3%$183/sqft |
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| 7/27/2001 | Sold | $149,000$122/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $870,189 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,361 +1.4% | $853,127 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,218 +2% | $836,400 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,022 +7.2% | $820,000 +163.4% |
| 2022 | $9,353 +25.1% | $311,280 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,477 -0.5% | $305,177 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,514 | $302,048 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,514 +3% | $296,127 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,292 | $290,322 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,292 +1.1% | $284,630 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,215 +106.5% | $279,050 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,495 +0.8% | $274,860 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,466 | $269,477 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $263,000 +61.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $163,218 +3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $158,000 -53.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $339,584 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $332,927 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $326,400 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $320,000 +34.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $237,397 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $228,181 +50.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $151,980 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $149,000 +439.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $27,637 |
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