Investor Opportunity. Welcome to 4956 E San Carlos St., Compton — a versatile property featuring a main residence plus a detached ADU, offering excellent upside for investors or buyers seeking multi-generational living with income potential.
This property is priced to reflect that a little TLC is needed, making it an ideal value-add opportunity. With the right updates, you can unlock increased rental income, improved equity, and long-term appreciation. The main home offers a functional layout with comfortable living space and a well-sized kitchen, while the separate ADU provides added flexibility for extended family, guests, or rental use (buyer to verify permits/legality).
Situated on a generous lot and conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and major freeways, this is a rare chance to secure a property with multiple-unit potential in a high-demand area. Bring your vision and make this one shine!
Sold for $470,000
Listing Provided by: Johnnie Will Stephens, Broker
Bought with: NONMEMBER MRML
Zestimate®
$470,000
4956 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221
2beds
979sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
5,595 Square Feet Lot
$470,000 Zestimate®
$480/sqft
$2,799 Estimated rent
Home value
$470,000
$428,000 - $517,000
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Main residenceWell-sized kitchenFunctional layoutDetached aduComfortable living spaceGenerous lot
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Listing Provided by:
Johnnie Stephens DRE #01820257 909-226-3336,
Johnnie Will Stephens, Broker
Bought with:
Mariselle Fernandez, DRE #02177223
NONMEMBER MRML
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IG26008931
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: None
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 979 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 5,595 sqft
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Back Yard, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 6185018056
- Special conditions: Third Party Approval,Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Drywall, Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Compton
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Sold | $470,000-9.6%$480/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #IG26008931 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $520,000$531/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Contingent | $520,000$531/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $520,000$531/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,115 +6.1% | $32,268 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,051 +1% | $31,636 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,040 +3.4% | $31,017 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,006 +0.7% | $30,410 +2% |
| 2021 | $999 +1.1% | $29,815 +1% |
| 2020 | $988 | $29,510 +2% |
| 2019 | $988 +10.7% | $28,932 +2% |
| 2018 | $892 | $28,365 +2% |
| 2017 | $892 +2.4% | $27,810 +2% |
| 2016 | $871 -2.4% | $27,266 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $893 +8.8% | $26,858 +2% |
| 2014 | $821 | $26,333 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $25,702 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,199 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $25,012 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $25,073 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $24,583 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $24,102 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $23,631 |
| 2005 | -- | $23,631 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $22,715 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $22,300 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $21,864 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $21,018 |
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Neighborhood: East Compton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Clinton, William Jefferson SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Dominguez High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- California
- Los Angeles County
- Compton
- 90221
- East Compton
- 4956 E San Carlos St
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