How much house does $930,000 buy around downtown and central L.A.?
Downtown and central Los Angeles saw median home prices climb to $930,000 in March, an increase of nearly $200,000 from the previous year, according to CoreLogic. Here’s a look at what that buys in the heart of L.A.
MID-CITY: On the market for the first time in more than 40 years, this 1920s English Tudor retains its original hardwood floors and wood-burning fireplace.
Address: 2432 S. Halm Ave., Los Angeles, 90034
Listed for: $949,000 for five bedrooms, 2.25 bathrooms in 2,382 square feet (5,638-square-foot lot)
Features: Great room with office; detached two-car garage
About the area: In the 90034 ZIP Code, based on 15 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in March was $1.208 million, up 27.2% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
DOWNTOWN: A spiral staircase at this corner unit within the Higgins Building winds up to a private rooftop patio of 800 square feet.
Address: 108 West 2nd St., Unit 1013, Los Angeles, 90012
Listed for: $940,000 for two bedrooms, one bathroom in 1,330 square feet
Features: Open floor plan; vaulted ceilings; contemporary fixtures
About the area: In the 90012 ZIP Code, based on 12 sales, the median sales price for condominiums in March was $510,000, up 14.6% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
WEST HOLLYWOOD: Located between Sunset Strip and Santa Monica Boulevard, this two-bedroom town home spans four levels.
Address: 8839 Cynthia St., Unit 9, West Hollywood, 90069
Listed for: $935,000 for two bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,470 square feet
Features: Rooftop deck; center-island kitchen; fireplace
About the area: In the 90069 ZIP Code, based on 19 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in March was $2.501 million, up 27.4% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
WESTLAKE: Three walls of windows take in 270-degree city and ocean views at this two-bedroom unit at the 1100 Wilshire high-rise.
Address: 1100 Wilshire Blvd., Unit 2711, Los Angeles, 90017
Listed for: $939,000 for two bedrooms, one bathroom in 1,140 square feet
Features: Granite countertops, raised ceilings, two parking spaces
About the area: About the area: In the 90017 ZIP Code, based on one sale, the median sales price for condominiums in March was $2.75 million, up 401.8% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
SILVER LAKE: Built in 1954, this midcentury bungalow offers creative outlet in the form of a detached two-bedroom studio/music room.
Address: 3729 Landa St., Los Angeles, 90039
Listed for: $950,000 for two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms in 1,157 square feet (7,284-square-foot lot)
Features: Living room with fireplace; terrace gardens/patios; outdoor dining room
About the area: In the 90039 ZIP Code, based on 14 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in March was $850,000, up 16.4% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
DOWNTOWN: Found in the South Park district, this two-bedroom loft has an industrial vibe with broad pillars, exposed duct work and unbridled living space.
Address: 1100 S. Grand Ave., Unit A007, 90015
Listed for: $912,000 for two bedrooms, three bathrooms in 1,920 square feet
Features: Vaulted ceilings; stainless steel appliances; bamboo hardwood floors
About the area: In the 90015 ZIP Code, based on eight sales, the median sales price for condominiums in March was $888,000, up 22.4% from March 2015, according to CoreLogic.
— Neal J. Leitereg
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