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Property Description
Seize a rare investment opportunity at 138 South LaJolla Avenue, nestled in the highly sought-after Beverly Center-Miracle Mile neighborhood. This spacious Spanish Colonial home is a canvas for builders, developers, or families eager to create their dream residence. The current structure offers endless potential for a remodel or a down-to-the-studs rebuild, allowing you to expand and customize to your liking. Set on a generously sized flat lot surrounded by high-end new construction and beautifully renovated homes, this property is perfect for your vision with ample room for a pool and the possibility of adding an ADU where the existing two-car garage is located. Imagine living mere steps from trendy restaurants on Beverly Blvd. and 3rd Street, with The Grove and Beverly Center less than a mile away. Enjoy convenient access to upscale boutiques on Robertson Blvd. Priced to sell, this is your chance to invest in a location with tremendous potential. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your dreams into reality. Existing structure being sold as is. Buyer advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information through personal inspections.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 138 S La Jolla Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,590,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 25623151
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom
- Interior Features: High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Area
- Cooking Appliances: Gas/Electric Range, Oven
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Mixed
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: None
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
- Other Features: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete Slab, Open Patio, Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Driveway, RV Possible, Garage Is Detached, Garage - 2 Car, Driveway Gate, Detached
Location
- Area: Beverly Center-Miracle Mile
- County: Los Angeles
- Cross Streets: 3rd - Beverly
- Driving Directions: Crescent Heights - to 3rd -- R on 3rd - 2 streets turn R on LaJolla - home on Right
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: In Connected and Paid, In Street Paid
- Water: District
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Spanish Colonial
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Raised
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Spanish Tile
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Windows: Screens
- Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,644
- Sq. Ft. Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Property Condition: Fixer, Value Mainly In Land
- Other Struct. Feat.: High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: City, City Lights
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1475
- Lot Size: 6426
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Dimensions: 49 x 131
- Lot Features: City, Park Nearby, Near Public Transit
- Zoning: LAR1
- Lot Description: Lawn, Back Yard, Front Yard, Street Asphalt, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Level/Flat Lot, Walk Street, Street Lighting, Street Paved
- Fencing (Description): Wrought Iron
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,049.27
- Assessment Year: 1930
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: Probate, Court Approval Not Required, As Is
- APN: 5511-020-009
Listed by Goodwin & Thyne Properties Inc, John Thyne
Sold by Steve Major and Associates, Steven Major
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Schools
Schools serving 138 S La Jolla Ave
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hancock Park Elementary School 408 South Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
John Burroughs Middle School 600 McCadden Place, Los Angeles, CA 90005 | 7-8 | 1.9 mi |
Fairfax Senior High School 7850 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 138 S La Jolla Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Sold
$1,590,000
-7.83%
MLS
11/27/2025
Listed
$1,725,000
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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.
138 S La Jolla Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (MLS# 25623151) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,590,000 on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 138 S La Jolla Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Miracle Mile? You can browse all Miracle Mile real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

