Los Angeles Homes with Victorian Style

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26989799 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 1334 Calumet Ave, a fabulously preserved and restored Victorian in the heart of one of the most historic pockets of Echo Park. Dating to 1887, this rare Angelino Heights Victorian was the Martin P. Thye Residence, as documented in an 1893 Los Angeles Herald where a charming announcement noting that Thye and his new bride, Miss Emma T. Stone were "at home" to friends at this address. Behind its cross-gabled facade, fish-scale shingles and intricate Victorian trim, the restored duplex pairs a four-bedroom, two-bath principal residence with an attached, side-by-side one-bedroom, one-bath residence. Twelve-foot ceilings, tall windows and warm wood floors give the interiors a generous sense of scale, while period doors, vintage-inspired lighting and considered finishes preserve the home's character. The living room opens naturally to the kitchen and dining area. The primary bath is particularly striking, with a marble-topped antique washstand, inset basin, brass fittings, a clawfoot soaking tub and black hex tile underfoot. The principal residence continues downstairs, where the third and fourth bedrooms open through wide glass doors directly to the garden. Salvaged Victorian iron gates lead to a secluded backyard with winding reclaimed-brick patios, mature landscaping and a floating deck shaded by a century-old lemon tree. A thoughtfully restored Angelino Heights Victorian offering historic character, modern comfort and a remarkably versatile floor plan. A rare offering.

1334 Calumet Avenue, Los Angeles

$975,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26985373 MLS ⋅ Active Status

First time on the market in over 20 years! Owned and enjoyed by the same family for over two decades, this rare investment opportunity is ideally located in the highly sought-after University Park neighborhood, just moments from USC. Built in 1903, this residence offers approximately 2,001 sq ft of living space on a 5,930 sq ft lot and is currently configured and used by the current owners as a 5-bedroom, 2-bath income-producing property. The property is currently tenant occupied and will be delivered vacant at the close of escrow. Spacious backyard offers potential for future projects, including a possible ADU or other improvements, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. Property is recorded as a single-family residence. Detached garage currently provides additional bonus space; buyer to verify permits, legal use, and all applicable approvals. Buyer to investigate all aspects of the property, including but not limited to permits, current use, rental income, square footage, zoning, development potential, and satisfy themselves through their own due diligence. Ideally located in University Park, one of Los Angeles's most established neighborhoods surrounding USC, with convenient access to Exposition Park, BMO Stadium, Downtown Los Angeles, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and public transportation. An exceptional opportunity in one of Los Angeles's most desirable investment corridors.

1030 W 20th Street, Los Angeles

$1,099,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26189342 MLS ⋅ Active Status

A rare chapter of Los Angeles history is ready to begin its next story. Circa 1886, though listed in ZIMAS as built in 1910 and possibly designed by Joseph Cather Newsom, this remarkable Lincoln Heights residence has witnessed the evolution of one of Los Angeles’ most historic neighborhoods. Now, for the first time in more than 75 years, this treasured Los Angeles Historic Landmark #145 Madrid home is being offered for sale—an extraordinary opportunity to become its next steward. According to Los Angeles City Planning, Lincoln Heights was subdivided in 1873 and is one of Los Angeles’ earliest residential suburbs, known for its Victorian-era, Arts and Crafts, and other early architectural styles. This home emerged during a pivotal period, as Los Angeles expanded rapidly and Lincoln Heights grew into a vibrant residential community linked to the city by the expanding streetcar system. Equally compelling is its ownership history. Last sold in 1950, it has remained with the same family for three generations. For more than seven decades, it has been a home filled with memories, milestones, celebrations, and family life. In an era when properties often change hands, such continuity is increasingly rare. After thoughtful consideration, the owners have made the heartfelt decision to pass this historic residence to its next chapter. This offering is for buyers who value more than square footage and finishes—for those who understand the irreplaceable value of history, character, authenticity, and the stories embedded within an older home. A circa 1886 residence extends a tangible connection to another era and an architectural presence shaped by Los Angeles history. Lincoln Heights remains an important part of the city’s architectural and cultural fabric, with historic streets and early homes reflecting Los Angeles’ evolution into the metropolis it is today. For its next owner, this is more than a real estate transaction—it is an invitation to become part of a legacy. After 76 years in the same family’s hands, this historic Lincoln Heights Landmark home is ready for its next caretaker, its next family, and its next generation of memories. Homes with this kind of longevity, provenance, and connection to Los Angeles history are increasingly rare. Some homes are purchased for where they are. Others are cherished for what they represent. This is one of those rare homes where history, family, and opportunity come together ready to welcome its next chapter.

3537 Griffin Avenue, Los Angeles

$899,000

P1-28621 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Historic Craftsman with Multiple Living Spaces & R3 ZoningEnter into a piece of history with this charming Craftsman, originally built in 1905 and lovingly owned by the same family for 85 years. Full of character and opportunity, this unique property offers a front residence plus a separately built rear home with additional living space and two large yard areas.The inviting front house features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an additional office just off the entry that was previously used as a bedroom. The spacious living room is filled with natural light and features beautiful windows and a classic pocket door leading to the formal dining room. The dining room offers excellent natural light, new windows, and a built-in glass-front cabinet.The updated kitchen features new cabinetry, flooring, and a large pantry area. A convenient service porch includes a washer/dryer and a new soaking sink. Outside, the expansive rear yard has provided the perfect setting for gatherings and entertaining, with plenty of room to enjoy and personalize.Built by the family in 1947, the rear home offers additional versatility. The upstairs unit features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a kitchen, and living room. The downstairs studio is not permitted and includes a full bathroom. An additional yard area is located behind the rear house.The property is zoned R3 and features numerous recent improvements, including some electrical and plumbing upgrades, new flooring in both homes, nine new windows and new doors in the front house, a new bathroom vanity, and fresh interior paint throughout both homes.With its historic charm, multiple living spaces, generous outdoor areas, three fruit trees, and R3 zoning, this property offers a variety of possibilities for homeowners, extended families, or investors. A special property with a long family history--ready for its next chapter.

655 E 50th Street, Los Angeles

$715,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ DW26182059 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Nestled in the historic heart of Pico-Union, this classic 1880 home offers a cozy, welcoming retreat filled with vintage character, warmth, and steady potential. Featuring 3 comfortable bedrooms and 1 full bathroom across 1,210 square feet of light-filled interior living space, the home delivers a manageable, easy layout. Situated on an expansive 7,310 square foot lot, it provides a peaceful outdoor sanctuary with ample breathing room, garden space, and endless flexibility. Whether you envision preserving its timeless historic charm, expanding the main living area, or exploring multi-unit potential, this property provides a solid, comfortable foundation for your long-term vision. Premium LARD1.5 zoning offers peace of mind for multi-family expansion or custom construction down the road. Situated perfectly just minutes from LA Live, Crypto.com Arena, and vibrant downtown dining, keeping city life conveniently close while preserving a residential home feel. Property is also positioned near Koreatown and Westlake, surrounded by local markets, historic architecture, and local favorites along Pico Blvd. Quick, convenient access to both the 10 and 110 freeways makes navigating the Los Angeles area straightforward and simple.

1339 S Union, Los Angeles

$1,200,000

7 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 26871537 MLS ⋅ Active Status

A prime investment property in the heart of University Park, just blocks from USC and the dining, shopping and amenities of USC Village, this lovingly preserved Victorian FOURPLEX pairs original architectural character with established rental income. The property consists of four distinct units, anchored by an expansive 2BD/2BA residence occupying the entire ground floor. Previously owner-occupied and currently vacant, the residence showcases generous proportions and period details throughout ideal for an owner-user or as a valuable addition to the rent roll. Three tenant-occupied units above include a studio currently rented at $884/month, a 1BD/1BA at $1,261/month, and a 2BD/1BA at $1,434/month, generating a combined $3,579 in monthly rental income. A garage with an attached bonus room provides additional space and flexibility, along with a California basement. Set among the architecturally significant homes of University Park, 920 W 20th Street offers a compelling combination of historic character, scale and income opportunity in one of Los Angeles' most storied neighborhoods.

920 W 20th Street, Los Angeles

$1,495,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26869097 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

There is a street in West Adams the rest of the city has probably just never found, 14 houses, old as the century itself, leaning into each other under trees that have had 120 years to fall in love with the sky above them. It is the kind of hush that makes you lower your voice without meaning to. And behind one gate on that street, waiting like it knew you were coming, is 2624 Van Buren Place, and it is dreamy in the truest sense of the word, the kind of place you didn't know to ask for until you saw it. Built in 1903. On the National Register. A Victorian Four Square that wears its age like something earned, not endured, honey-colored light pouring through the same windows that have watched over a hundred years of Tuesdays and birthdays and quiet Sunday mornings. People have loved this house the way you always hoped you would love your someday-house, quietly, thoroughly, in all the places no one would ever see. New foundation. New systems. New everything beneath the beauty. So what you feel walking through the door isn't a renovation, it's a rescue, and the house knows it, and it shows. Four bedrooms wander through 2,505 square feet of soft light and old wood. Upstairs, there's an extensively built-out laundry room just sitting there, quietly begging to become something more, a primary suite, practically drawn and waiting - the hardest part done, all that's left is you saying yes. Slip out back and there's a carriage house all its own at 2624 1/2, its own address, its own life. Make it the studio you keep saying you'll finally use. Make it the guest cottage for the people you love most. Or leave it exactly as it is, generating $2,400 a month, and let the house pay you back a little every time the rent comes in. And then, the garden opens up like the last page of the book you didn't want to end. A pool holding the whole sky in it at sunset. A pavilion built for long, slow dinners under string lights, big enough for fifteen laughing people and every story they've brought with them. Seven fruit trees so generous you'll be leaving lemons on doorsteps by August, which, on a street like this, is simply how you fall in love with your neighbors. Almost 9,000 square feet, hidden behind a hundred-year-old gate, room enough for a party that spills past midnight, and just as much room for one average Monday evening, barefoot, with a glass of wine and the dogs and kids at your feet. Percy H. Clark built this whole beautiful row, then built himself a house two doors down and never left. That's the secret this street has been keeping all along, the kind of place people don't find so much as fall into, and once they do, they just get to dream a little bigger than they thought they were allowed to. Photos of two story one bed/one bath available upon request.

2624 Van Buren Place, Los Angeles

$975,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26862261 MLS ⋅ Active Status

First time on the market in over 20 years! Owned and enjoyed by the same family for over two decades, this rare investment opportunity is ideally located in the highly sought-after University Park neighborhood, just moments from USC. Built in 1903, this residence offers approximately 2,001 sq ft of living space on a 5,930 sq ft lot and is currently configured and used by the current owners as a 5-bedroom, 2-bath income-producing property. The property is currently tenant occupied and will be delivered vacant at the close of escrow. Spacious backyard offers potential for future projects, including a possible ADU or other improvements, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. Property is recorded as a single-family residence. Detached garage currently provides additional bonus space; buyer to verify permits, legal use, and all applicable approvals. Buyer to investigate all aspects of the property, including but not limited to permits, current use, rental income, square footage, zoning, development potential, and satisfy themselves through their own due diligence. Ideally located in University Park, one of Los Angeles's most established neighborhoods surrounding USC, with convenient access to Exposition Park, BMO Stadium, Downtown Los Angeles, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and public transportation. An exceptional opportunity in one of Los Angeles's most desirable investment corridors.

1030 W 20th Street, Los Angeles

$1,789,000

7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 26861093 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Set along palm-lined streets in the historically designated Harvard Heights neighborhood, 1810 Westmoreland Blvd presents a rare opportunity to own or invest in a meticulously renovated historic residence. Originally built in 1905, this 3-story Victorian showcases timeless architectural details alongside nearly $500,000 in thoughtful upgrades that fully realize the property's potential across approximately 4,645 square feet, offering 1 bed/1 bath on the first floor, 4 beds/3 baths on the second floor, and 2 beds/2 baths on the third floor, all situated on a 9,721 sq. ft. lot. Beyond dual-powered gates, a long driveway leads to a detached two-car garage, while the refreshed exterior preserves the home's original character and presence. Inside, a grand wooden entry door opens to reimagined interiors featuring engineered hardwood floors, updated lighting, and high-end appliances in a luxurious kitchen, complementing the home's historic charm. Living spaces center around a preserved original fireplace, creating a warm, inviting setting, while a guest room with heated floors and an enclosed back patio adds comfort and versatility. Extensive upgrades enhance both structure and systems, including a reinforced foundation, new triple-shingle roof, updated plumbing and electrical, and a powerful 400-amp electrical panel designed for modern living. The third level offers a fully self-contained living space with a private exterior entrance with its own dedicated staircase, kitchen, bathroom, and split-system HVAC. This level introduces exceptional flexibility ideal for extended living arrangements, a private workspace, or a separate level that can be rented out for additional income, including to those attending nearby USC. Comes with approved permits to build a 2-story ADU in the backyard (buyer to verify). Centrally located, the home offers convenient access to USC, Downtown LA, Beverly Hills, and the 10 FWY, along with nearby dining, shopping, and cultural destinations including Koreatown, Midtown Crossing, Exposition Park, the LA Memorial Coliseum, BMO Stadium, and the upcoming Lucas Museum.

1810 Westmoreland Boulevard, Los Angeles

$1,789,000

7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 26861091 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Set along palm-lined streets in the historically designated Harvard Heights neighborhood, 1810 Westmoreland Blvd presents a rare opportunity to own or invest in a meticulously renovated historic residence. Originally built in 1905, this 3-story Victorian showcases timeless architectural details alongside nearly $500,000 in thoughtful upgrades that fully realize the property's potential across approximately 4,645 square feet, offering 1 bed/1 bath on the first floor, 4 beds/3 baths on the second floor, and 2 beds/2 baths on the third floor, all situated on a 9,721 sq. ft. lot. Beyond dual-powered gates, a long driveway leads to a detached two-car garage, while the refreshed exterior preserves the home's original character and presence. Inside, a grand wooden entry door opens to reimagined interiors featuring engineered hardwood floors, updated lighting, and high-end appliances in a luxurious kitchen, complementing the home's historic charm. Living spaces center around a preserved original fireplace, creating a warm, inviting setting, while a guest room with heated floors and an enclosed back patio adds comfort and versatility. Extensive upgrades enhance both structure and systems, including a reinforced foundation, new triple-shingle roof, updated plumbing and electrical, and a powerful 400-amp electrical panel designed for modern living. The third level offers a fully self-contained living space with a private exterior entrance with its own dedicated staircase, kitchen, bathroom, and split-system HVAC. This level introduces exceptional flexibility ideal for extended living arrangements, a private workspace, or a separate level that can be rented out for additional income, including to those attending nearby USC. Comes with approved permits to build a 2-story ADU in the backyard (buyer to verify). Centrally located, the home offers convenient access to USC, Downtown LA, Beverly Hills, and the 10 FWY, along with nearby dining, shopping, and cultural destinations including Koreatown, Midtown Crossing, Exposition Park, the LA Memorial Coliseum, BMO Stadium, and the upcoming Lucas Museum.

1810 Westmoreland Boulevard, Los Angeles

$660,000

WS26133808 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Excellent opportunity to own a duplex in Boyle Heights featuring approximately 1,510 sq. ft. of living space on a flat lot surrounded by commercial properties. This tenant-occupied property features two separate living units with individual addresses. The front unit (4227) features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, while the rear unit (4229) also features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. The property is located in a commercial zoning district (LCC3) and may offer future development possibilities.The detached garage may provide potential ADU conversion opportunities. Electrical panels and wiring were updated in 2023. Individually metered for gas and electricity. Conveniently located near major streets, shopping, dining, and transportation.

4227 E Cesar E Chavez, Los Angeles

$660,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ WS26133112 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Excellent opportunity to own a duplex in Boyle Heights featuring approximately 1,510 sq. ft. of living space on a flat lot surrounded by commercial properties. This tenant-occupied property features two separate living units with individual addresses. The front unit (4227) features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, while the rear unit (4229) also features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. The property is located in a commercial zoning district (LCC3) and may offer future development possibilities. The detached garage may provide potential ADU conversion opportunities. Electrical panels and wiring were updated in 2023. Individually metered for gas and electricity. Conveniently located near major streets, shopping, dining, and transportation.

4227 E Cesar E Chavez, Los Angeles

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