Welcome to 3940 Denker Ave, a rare value-add opportunity in the heart of Los Angeles. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Craftsman-style home offers approximately 1,196 square feet of living space on a 5,490 square foot lot and is ready for its next chapter. Rich with original character, the property features classic wood trim, built-ins, a spacious living and dining area, a large front porch, detached 2-car garage, long driveway, and a generous backyard with plenty of potential. While the home requires significant updating and repairs, it presents an exceptional opportunity for investors, flippers, contractors, or owner-users looking to restore and reimagine a classic Los Angeles residence. Conveniently located near USC, Exposition Park, Downtown Los Angeles, shopping, dining, public transportation, and major freeways, this property offers the chance to create substantial value in a strong central location. Sold in its present AS-IS condition.
Pending
Listed by: Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc. • John Stiegler II • Contact: 310-447-2213
$620,000
3940 Denker Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062
3beds
1,196sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,158/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
5,490 Square Feet Lot
$636,200 Zestimate®
$518/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 12 days |
- 35 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Stiegler II DRE #01981597 310-447-2213,
Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc.,
Stephen Takahashi DRE #01944770 310-403-9145,
Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB26125503
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front Door / Ground Level
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 5,490 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 5036021001
- Special conditions: Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $518/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,938
- Annual tax amount: $2,399
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$636,200
$604,000 - $668,000
$4,178/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Pending sale | $620,000$518/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SB26125503 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $620,000+3194.7%$518/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB26125503 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/1996 | Sold | $18,818-80.5%$16/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/1994 | Sold | $96,500$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,399 +2.1% | $183,938 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,349 +1.7% | $180,332 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,310 +4.5% | $176,797 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,211 +1.6% | $173,331 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,176 -0.8% | $169,933 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,193 | $168,192 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,193 +7.6% | $164,895 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,038 | $161,663 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,038 +2.1% | $158,494 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,996 +2.9% | $155,387 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,939 +0.6% | $153,054 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,927 | $150,057 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $146,451 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $143,580 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $142,508 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $142,848 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $140,048 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $137,303 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $134,612 |
| 2005 | -- | $134,612 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $129,388 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,018 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $124,529 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $119,696 |
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Neighborhood: South Los Angeles
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Barack Obama Global Preparation AcademyGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Manual Arts Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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