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Property Description
Spanish Charmer with Endless Potential Near Melrose. Discover a fabulous single-story Spanish-style home offering over 2,500 sq ft of character and opportunity. The main house at 1,930 sq ft, showcases timeless details and original charm-ready for you to restore to its former glory. A dramatic living room with soaring ceilings and a brick fireplace flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, kitchen with a sunlit breakfast nook, and a convenient laundry area. Three bedrooms and two baths include a versatile third bedroom currently used as a family room, offering flexible living options. The spacious converted garage and detached guest unit with an upstairs bedroom and bath provide endless potential for additional income, work-from-home space, or a private retreat. Set on a 6,601 sq ft lot, the backyard is a private oasis featuring a sparkling pool, spa, lush landscaping, and fruit trees. Located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods near vibrant Melrose, this property is an exceptional canvas to re-imagine or restore into a stunning Spanish retreat.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 458 N Formosa Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,880,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: SR25172624
- Added to Site: 170 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Private, In-Ground
- Spa Description: Private, In-Ground
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Patio
Parking
- Parking: Carport, Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Two blocks south of Melrose Ave. and two blocks west of La Brea Ave.
School Information
- School District: Los Angeles Unified
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Spanish
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Front
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,930
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Fixer
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guesthouse
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1515
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: LAR1
- Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $974.09
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard, Trust
Listed by Rodeo Realty, Edward Dolce and Rodeo Realty, Kenneth Marker
Sold by Coldwell Banker Realty, Laura Markosian
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Schools
Schools serving 458 N Formosa Ave
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Laurel Elementary School, Los Angeles, CA 925 N. Hayworth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046 | K-8 | 1.1 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 458 N Formosa Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/23/2025
Sold
$1,880,000
4.74%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$1,795,000
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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.
458 N Formosa Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (MLS# SR25172624) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,880,000 on September 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 458 N Formosa Avenue? 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.

