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Vacant Legal Duplex

536 W 42nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90037

For Sale
$1,037,000

Both residences are available for occupancy or rental in a property recorded as a legal duplex.

Property Size1,983 SF
Days on Market160

Property Features for 536 W 42nd St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,983 SF
Property subtype MULTI_FAMILY

Site & Location

Neighborhood Vermont Square

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Building Size 1,983 SF
Year Built 1908
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Beycome Brokerage Realty Inc.
Listed By: Jeffrey Sklar · License CA #02075404
Source: Rochellemaize
Added: Jun 8 Changed: Nov 12 Last Checked: Nov 12 at 2:14PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Beycome Brokerage Realty Inc.

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This Los Angeles duplex is vacant and recorded as a legal two-unit property. Rehabilitation work included an additional 700 sqft of living area entered in city records. The building dates to 1908.

The property is within walking distance of USC, the California Science Center, the Star Wars museum, and BMO Stadium. Its two residences may be occupied separately or rented, according to the stated property configuration.

Key Highlights

  • Legal duplex delivered vacant
  • 700 sqft of living area added to city records
  • Built in 1908

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$33,131
Cap Rate
3.19%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$662,620 $662.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$473,300 $473.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$368,122 $368.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,983 SF
Gross rent
$48.5K $24.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.2K −$0.61/SF
EGI
$47.3K $23.87/SF
− OpEx
−$14.2K −$7.16/SF
NOI
$33.1K $16.71/SF
Area
ZIP 90037
Vacancy
2.50%
Lease Rate
$24.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$662,620
Cap Rate 7%
$473,300
Cap Rate 9%
$368,122

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$473.3K
$414.1K – $552.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,131 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.19%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$420.7K
$368.1K – $490.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,447 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.84%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$777.0K
$679.9K – $906.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $54,391 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.25%
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Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,892
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 90037, CA

63,706
Population
18,709
Households
3.4
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
9%
College-Educated
54%
High-School Grad
2.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
21,968
Density / Sq Mi
$56,417
Median Household Income
$29,857
Median Earnings
$1,438
Median Rent
$632,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Duplexes in Los Angeles, CA

$505 Jul
$513 Aug
$528 Sep
$521 Oct

Properties on Market for Duplexes in Los Angeles

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Both residences are available for occupancy or rental in a property recorded as a legal duplex.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 536 W 42nd St Los Angeles, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,037,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal duplex delivered vacant; 700 sqft of living area added to city records; Built in 1908
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