Welcome to 5506 Smiley Dr Los Angeles, CA 90016 a charming 1923 historic cottage that transports you back in time while offering the convenience and lifestyle of today.
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on a palm-lined street. Nestled in the highly desirable West Adams Historic District, the location is unbeatable! Less than a mile from Culver City and just about 10 minutes to Century City and Downtown LA and just 16 minutes from the beach. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an investor looking for an opportunity in one of LA's fastest-growing neighborhoods, this property checks every box. Inside, you'll find an open and inviting floor plan, indoor laundry, and classic details that reflect its 1920s charm.
The property also includes a detached bonus room, perfect for a home office, gym, creative studio, or podcast/media space, or just extra storage, offering endless possibilities. This cozy cottage blends history, character, and location seamlessly. Don't miss the chance to make this unique LA gem your own.
Sold for $700,000
Listed by: JohnHart Real Estate • Sergio Becerra • Contact: 818-644-5852
Bought with: Vismar Real Estate
$700,000
5506 Smiley Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90016
1beds
536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
1,599 Square Feet Lot
$697,100 Zestimate®
$1,306/sqft
$2,833 Estimated rent
Home value
$697,100
$634,000 - $767,000
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Palm-lined streetDetached bonus roomIndoor laundry
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Listed by:
Sergio Becerra DRE #02180422 818-644-5852,
JohnHart Real Estate
Bought with:
Brenda Garza, DRE #02190389
Vismar Real Estate
Sonia Vasquez, DRE #01836081
Vismar Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SR25263664
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 536 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 1,599 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 5048023002
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $131,331
- Date on market: 11/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $700,000$1,306/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Contingent | $700,000$1,306/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $700,000$1,306/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000+600%$1,306/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/29/2022 | Price change | $2,800-6.7%$5/sqft |
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| 9/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,000+30.4%$6/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/20/2020 | Listing removed | $2,300$4/sqft |
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| 9/10/2020 | Price change | $2,300-8%$4/sqft |
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| 8/28/2020 | Price change | $2,500-3.8%$5/sqft |
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| 8/12/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,600$5/sqft |
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| 6/1/2009 | Sold | $100,000-13.7%$187/sqft |
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| 3/26/2009 | Price change | $115,900-10.8%$216/sqft |
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| 2/25/2009 | Price change | $129,900-9.7%$242/sqft |
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| 1/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $143,900-29.8%$268/sqft |
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| 9/24/2008 | Sold | $205,042+148.5%$383/sqft |
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| 10/27/1999 | Sold | $82,500+96.4%$154/sqft |
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| 10/6/1998 | Sold | $42,000$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $131,331 +2% |
| 2025 | $1,663 +2.2% | $128,757 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,628 +1.6% | $126,234 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,601 +4.6% | $123,760 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,531 +1.5% | $121,334 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,508 -0.9% | $118,956 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,522 | $117,738 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,522 +5% | $115,431 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,449 | $113,169 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,449 +2.1% | $110,951 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,419 +2.6% | $108,776 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,384 +0.4% | $107,143 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,379 | $105,045 +19.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $88,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $88,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $88,000 -57.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $205,000 +112.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,528 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $94,636 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,781 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,781 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $89,181 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $87,548 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $85,832 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $82,500 |
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Neighborhood: West Adams
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- 9/10Marvin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
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