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Property Description
We are pleased to present for sale this 16-unit value-add multifamily investment opportunity located at 15865 Vanowen Street in the desirable Lake Balboa neighborhood of Van Nuys, with potential for detached ADU development. Constructed in 1976, the property encompasses approximately 9,460 square feet of building area on a large 13,494 square foot lot. Zoned R3-1, the unit mix consists of fifteen (15) one-bedroom/one-bath units and one (1) studio unit. The asset presents investors with a compelling low-basis acquisition andsignificant upside potential in a high-demand rental corridor. The property benefits from its proximity to several of the San Fernando Valley's most established neighborhoods, including Van Nuys, Lake Balboa, Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood Arts District, and Encino. Residents enjoy convenient access to major employment centers, retail, dining, and public transportation. The location carries a Walk Score of 66 ("Somewhat Walkable"), allowing select daily errands to be completed on foot. Investors have the opportunity to capture immediate upside through a vacant unit and to explore the potential development of up to eight (8) detached ADUs pursuant to SB 1211 (buyer to verify all feasibility, zoning, and entitlement requirements) Disclosure: Buyers are to conduct thorough and independent due diligence, including verifying building square footage, lot size, legal bedroom/bathroom count, parking availability, unit mix, year built, zoning, market rents, and the feasibility of ADUs or additional units. DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS OR ENTER THE PROPERTY - DRIVE-BY ONLY.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 15865 Vanowen St
General
- Sold For: $1,957,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 26643693
- Added to Site: 56 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 16
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 15
Other Rooms
- Laundry: None
Additional Information
- Other Features: None
Parking
- Garage Description: Driveway, Above Street Level
Location
- Area: Lake Balboa
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Turn left onto Vanowen St, Turn right onto Gloria Ave, Turn right
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Other
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Square Feet: 9,460
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1976
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 16
- Unit Type: 2106, 2107
Unit 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 1
Unit 2
- Total Bathrooms: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3097
- Lot Size: 13492
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 92 x 147
- Zoning: LAR3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $227.27
- Assessment Year: 1976
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: As Is
- APN: 2224-034-059
Listed by Remax Commercial and Investment Realty, Eric Dilanian
Sold by Marcus & Millichap, Roderick 'Rick' Raymundo
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Schools
Schools serving 15865 Vanowen St
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bassett Street Elementary School 15756 Bassett St., Los Angeles, CA 91406 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
William Mulholland Middle School 17120 Vanowen St., Los Angeles, CA 91406 | 6-8 | 1.5 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 15865 Vanowen St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/25/2026
Sold
$1,957,000
-8.98%
MLS
1/29/2026
Listed
$2,150,000
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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.
15865 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA 91406 (MLS# 26643693) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $1,957,000 on March 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 15865 Vanowen St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Lake Balboa? You can browse all Lake Balboa real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

