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Property Description
Welcome to this classic 1940s traditional home nestled in the heart of vibrant Leimert Park. Bursting with original character and architectural charm, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers nearly 1,800 square feet of living space on a generous 6,000+ square foot lot and is ready for your vision and personal touch.
Step into a spacious formal living room featuring a bay window, crown molding, and a cozy fireplace. The adjacent dining room flows into a large galley-style kitchen with a breakfast nook, offering ample potential for updates and expansion. This home needs some TLC, making it a perfect canvas for investors, renovators, or owner-occupants looking to build sweat equity in one of Los Angeles' most sought-after neighborhoods. The original hardwood floors, vintage details, and functional layout provide an excellent foundation for transformation. Located on a quiet, tree-lined Olmsted Avenue, just moments from the Expo and Crenshaw metro lines, Leimert Park Village, and local cafes, this property combines location and opportunity. Bring your contractor and imagination, this house is a diamond in the rough waiting to shine.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3880 Olmsted Ave
General
- Sold For: $870,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: IN25214651
- Added to Site: 129 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Laundry, See Remarks
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Crenshaw to 39th to Olmsted
School Information
- School District: Los Angeles Unified
Community
- Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Roof: Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Front door
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,776
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Fixer, Repairs (Cosmetic)
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights, Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1379
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: LAR1
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $489.86
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Short Sale, Trust
Listed by Compass, Anthony Aldridge and Compass, Johnny Hayes
Sold by Rico and Rico Realty and Assoc, Jorge Rico
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Schools
Schools serving 3880 Olmsted Ave
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet School 3875 Dublin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Audubon Middle School 4120 11th Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School 3537 Farmdale Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90016 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 3880 Olmsted Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/24/2025
Sold
$870,000
-4.4%
MLS
9/11/2025
Listed
$910,000
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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.
3880 Olmsted Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008 (MLS# IN25214651) is a Single Family property that was sold at $870,000 on December 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 3880 Olmsted Avenue? 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.

