The postwar obsession with the South Sea Islands didn’t just translate to tiki bars. Take, for example, The Polynesian. Built in 1962, it incorporates lava rocks, “hut-type roof gables,” tropical landscaping, and a tile mosaic depicting palm trees, a blue ocean, and sailboats.
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit has come up for sale in the pink stucco building, and it still holds its original black and white bathroom tile and clever sinks. The condo spans 1,218 square feet, and other notable features include generous closet space, built-ins, an open floor plan, and a long balcony.
Located on Taft Avenue, the landmarked courtyard complex is walking distance to Franklin Village and the core of Hollywood.
Last sold in 2003 for $335,000, unit No. 301 is listed for $675,000. Monthly HOA dues are $392. The property is eligible for tax breaks under the Mills Act.
Comments
"Community Laundry"
Almost 700,000 smackers to haul your laundry outside.
https://www.redfin.com/CA/Los-Angeles/1830-Taft-Ave-90028/unit-301/home/7131676
By Christopher Stone on 07.30.19 5:59pm
That’s a deal breaker in my book
By mrjim1 on 07.30.19 8:32pm
I would have my minions do it.
By Underling2 on 08.03.19 1:06pm
Rent
By BingoWest on 07.31.19 7:27am
That maybe the only choice for most people, but I do feel sorry for hard working people who might want to own something and build some equity. They’re kind of stuck
By mrjim1 on 07.31.19 7:57am
Renting is not the only choice for people qualified to purchase this condo, but it may be a smarter option if the money used for a down payment is invested and allowed to grow.
A better option will come along.
This place is landmarked, but it’s not Mills Act registered, so I see no tax advantage of owning a unit in this building.
By BingoWest on 07.31.19 8:18am
What the heck is a "clever sink?" And where’s the pool?
By keenplanner on 07.31.19 9:03am
My idea of a "clever sink" is one that cleans itself. And then, with time on it’s hands, takes care of the rest of the bathroom too.
By jbdelaney on 07.31.19 9:56am
Winner! Winner! Chicken dinner!
By BingoWest on 07.31.19 10:05am
One that’s above witty, but not quite genius
No pool, another deal breaker
By mrjim1 on 07.31.19 10:26am
pretty ho hum but clean. It’s not that different from most courtyard apartment buildings. Paying 700k for this, you won’t see a whole lot of equity building – not like this will go for $1 million a few years from now.
By LAoneWay on 08.01.19 6:09am