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Property Description
Prime opportunity in Highland Park! This 1905 Transitional Craftsman on an oversized lot has been renovated as a hip 6 Bedroom, 6 Bath co-living house. Sited above the street behind an attractive redwood fence and drought tolerant landscaping, the property offers character and curb appeal. Inside, updates include newer flooring, finishes and fixtures throughout its six bedrooms, six bathrooms, kitchen/dining room and den. The first of the public rooms is a large upgraded kitchen with stone countertops, custom tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and generous laundry area accommodating 2 washers and 2 dryers. With an oversize butcher block island boasting endless storage, there's space for multiple cooks in this kitchen! This space is airy and open, with high ceilings and loads of natural light. The kitchen's built-in dining area is comfortable as a dining area, with a large sunny den immediately adjacent. With doors on both sides opening to the front garden and backyard, this room is a favorite common space. Talk about potential -- the sky's the limit is this backyard -- raised bed homestead/farm on the 10,109 SF lot, perhaps? With three bedrooms downstairs and three upstairs, all boasting natural light and leafy views, each with an en-suite 3/4 bath, this 2,771 SF residence affords endless options. The property is ideal for co-living housing, treatment facilities, as a long term rental or conversion back to a single family home. Zoned LARD2, with three garages in the backyard, the property has been approved for the construction of up to eight additional units and may offer further development options. Located just north of the Arroyo Seco in hopping Highland Park, the property is just a few blocks from favorite spots like Highly Likely, Kinship Yoga, Highland Park Bowl and 1/2 mile from the Highland Park Metro Station, this location and neighborhood is desirable today and will be for years to come.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 135 S Ave 53
General
- Sold For: $1,150,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: P1-23657
- Added to Site: 226 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den, See Remarks, Kitchen, Walk-In Closet, Living Room
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Stone Counters, Storage, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace(s): None
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, See Remarks, In Kitchen
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas & Electric Range, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 6
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, In Kitchen, In Closet
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: See Remarks, Front Porch
Parking
- Parking: Private, Gated, Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
- Driving Directions: Located on S. Ave 53 between Figueroa and Longfellow Streets.Located on S. Ave 53 between Figueroa and Longfellow Streets.
- Direction Faces: West
Community
- Community Features: Sidewalks, Urban
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 2,771
- Sq. Ft. Source: Seller
- Year Built: 1905
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Hills, Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.232
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: No Sprinklers
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $415.01
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Compass, Teresa Fuller
Sold by Real Estate eBroker Inc., Keely Jowitt
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Schools
Schools serving 135 S Ave 53
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Monte Vista Street Elementary School 5423 Monte Vista Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042 | 2-6 | 0.3 mi |
Richard Riordan Primary Center 5531 Monte Vista Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042 | K-1 | 0.4 mi |
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School 820 North Avenue 54, Los Angeles, CA 90042 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 135 S Ave 53
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/20/2026
Sold
$1,150,000
-11.47%
MLS
10/31/2025
Price Reduced
$1,299,000
-10.35%
MLS
8/11/2025
Listed
$1,449,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
135 S Ave 53, Los Angeles, CA 90042 (MLS# P1-23657) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,150,000 on February 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 135 S Ave 53? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Highland Park? You can browse all Highland Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

