Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, where we explore what you can rent or buy for a certain dollar amount in various LA ’hoods. We’ve found five homes and condos within $10,000 of today’s price: $575,000.
Sunland
Built in 1953, this charming Sunland residence sits on a 6,902-square-foot lot with a neatly landscaped garden in front and an enclosed backyard with patio space. Inside are three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread across 1,180 square feet of floor space. Wood floors run throughout the house and the cozy kitchen connects to a breakfast nook with built-in booth seating. A sun room alongside the dining area is illuminated by greenhouse-style windows. Asking price is $579,975.
Frogtown
Less than a block from the Lewis MacAdams Riverfront Park, this Elysian Valley condo is practically brand new. The 1,010-square-foot unit has two bedrooms and two bathrooms with an open living room that flows into the kitchen and dining area. A large enclosed patio sits alongside the unit, and the complex includes additional open space and a barbecue area. Asking price is $575,000, with HOA dues of $330 per month.
Hollywood
You’d have a pretty easy time getting to the Hollywood Bowl from this condo just off Highland Avenue. The 1,025-square-foot unit has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with soaring ceilings and sliding glass doors that allow for plenty of natural light. The condo also boasts two balconies, in-unit laundry, a living room fireplace, and a lofted office space. Asking price is $565,000, with HOA dues of $250 per month.
Highland Park
Tucked into a small 2,616-square-foot lot, this Spanish-style bungalow has airy interiors that appear to have been recently renovated. Featuring two bedrooms and one bathroom spread across 651 square feet of living space, the house is, per the listing, equipped with new floors, kitchen appliances, and an HVAC system. It opens to an enclosed patio with a hot tub. Asking price is $569,000.
Lake Balboa
Here’s a homey ranch house built in a classic 1950s style. The wood paneling and brick fireplace in the living room are still there, as are wood floors throughout. The 1,277-square-foot home contains three bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a formal dining room and a laundry room. It sits on a 6,543-square-foot lot with an attached garage and a grassy backyard with citrus trees. Asking price is $579,000.
Comments
I went with Hollywood, besides the location that’s a nice open loft-style condo and those monthly HOA fees are a steal and compared to the little Hollywood bungalow featured today this condo is a real bargain
By mrjim1 on 04.04.19 11:19am
Yeah, those are really low HOAs for the area, might have to look into the reserves to see if that’s actually a sustainable number. It’s also easily the most walkable of the bunch, which makes it more affordable because you won’t need a car if you make an effort to get a job nearby or off of any red line stop.
By disqusted on 04.04.19 12:33pm
I would go with Hollywood – at least you’re in the middle of lots of stuff and hopefully won’t have to endure a long commute on top of having to live in a depressing condo in Hollywood.
By LAoneWay on 04.04.19 11:46am
Highland Park or Lake Balboa is where you get your monies worth if you love the Valley.
By subaruwrx on 04.04.19 12:03pm
Getting one’s money’s worth is important.
By Necco on 04.08.19 7:54pm
These are all pretty decent options. I picked the Highland Park house because it had the best vibe and really good outdoor space. Plus you can walk to a lot of things, including the world’s (formerly) ugliest and (currently) cursed starbucks! And a short bike ride/drive to all things nightlife/nature related. Beacons multiplying daily!
By Suburbarbarian on 04.04.19 1:17pm
The Lake Balboa one is weirdly nice. You’d have to commit to the Valley Life, but that’s not the worst thing in the world!
By Greyvagabond on 04.04.19 2:24pm
Love the Valley, commit to the Valley life? Stop, you guys are beginning to scare me. Is the Valley some kind of cult?
By mrjim1 on 04.04.19 2:30pm
Yup. Spend a half day in Los Angeles…. say around Downtown or around Bevely Glenn/Fairfax District. Now, quickly head over the hill into the valley around Studio City or Burbank. Night and Day my friend. Night and Day.
By subaruwrx on 04.04.19 2:59pm
beverly grove? beverly glen and fairfax both run n to s.
By cicinla on 04.04.19 6:28pm
My mistake. I meant Beverly Grove. Thanks.
By subaruwrx on 04.08.19 6:40pm
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2019/mar/26/blackstone-group-accused-global-housing-crisis-un
By ByeByeLA on 04.04.19 7:34pm
That’s an interesting story, but I fail to see a direct connection to what these five homes are offering compared to each other. What connection are you trying to make?
By mrjim1 on 04.04.19 10:12pm
Bang for the buck: Hollywood. Though be careful, you’ll be across from a fairly huge construction project for a while. But Highland Park hot tub? Wow, you can dip your food in there to keep it warm and fresh!
By saggingharbor on 04.04.19 8:05pm
Good options. Hollywood for sure. No thanks to The Valley summers
By Kermit Kardashian on 04.04.19 10:55pm
Guess I’m the only one that likes Sunland. I know it’s far (FAR!), but to me it still has its charms.
By Turlington on 04.05.19 1:56am
The Highland Park house is cute but its immediately location sucks – on the bend of a fast street, and there are actually guard rails on the side of the street. Parking and especially back out from the property can be challenging. Not to mention the noise.
By LLOO on 04.05.19 3:27am
NO flat screens in front of the window. It is tacky, and bad for one’s eyes. It is nearly as awful as having them over the fireplace. People need to stop watching HGTV.
By Necco on 04.08.19 7:57pm