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Property Description
What a view of Downtown Los Angeles !!!!!! Enjoy the panoramic views of the Los Angeles landscape, a daily reminder of why this neighborhood is affectionately known as the "Hills of East La"!!!! Perfect for an evening of entertainment as you watch the sunset with family, friends, and pets!!! How about a romantic evening with your honey under a telescope??? Early AM workout ? This four bedroom two bath home in beautiful City Terrace is perfect for just that !!!! Conveniently located near Cal State La with easy access to the 710 & 10 Freeways & public transit. Makes for quick access to downtown Los Angeles!!! Keeping commutes short so there is more time with family and loved ones!!!! City Terrace has deep generational ties. Neighbors genuinely know each other here and it is common to see families chatting across fences or sharing food during holidays !!! Come one come all !!! Take a deep breath of fresh air and enjoy the Downtown skyline!!!!!! Call your Realtor before she's gone !!!!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1521 Helen Dr
General
- Price: $699,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: DW26146633
- Updated: 7/11/2026
- Days on Market: 1 days
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace(s): None
- Eating Areas: Area
- Appliances: Water Heater, Built-In Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Los Angeles Unified
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Hiking, Mountainous, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 978
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1927
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.096
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,180
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $714.72
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Trust, Standard
Listed by Century 21 Realty Masters, Robert Soto
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Schools
Schools serving 1521 Helen Dr
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
City Terrace Elementary School 4350 City Terrace Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90063 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
El Sereno Middle School 2839 N. E.ern Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School 4500 Multnomah Street, Los Angeles, CA 90032 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School 3501 N. BRd.way, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1521 Helen Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$699,000
323.64%
MLS
7/21/2000
Sold
$165,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1521 Helen Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,576
5%
$326,650
4%
2023
$4,369
5%
$313,968
2%
2022
$4,168
1%
$307,812
2%
2021
$4,118
-1%
$301,778
1%
2020
$4,146
4%
$298,684
2%
2019
$3,993
2%
$292,828
2%
2018
$3,924
2%
$287,087
2%
2017
$3,844
2%
$281,459
2%
2016
$3,755
2%
$275,941
2%
2015
$3,697
3%
$271,797
5%
2014
$3,594
31%
$258,000
38%
2013
$2,745
—
$187,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1521 Helen Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90063 (MLS# DW26146633) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1521 Helen Dr is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1521 Helen Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Los Angeles? You can browse all Los Angeles real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

