2052 N Alvarado St Los Angeles, CA 90039
Echo Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
592
Sq Ft
4,228
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Above Ground Spa
- City Lights View
- Property is near a park
- Clifford Street Elementary School Rated A-
- Craftsman Architecture
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2025Prime Echo Park / Elysian Heights opportunity!!! Welcome to 2052 N Alvarado Street — a rare hillside "diamond in the rough" nestled in the heart of Echo Park/Elysian Heights offering endless potential, panoramic breathtaking downtown L.A. skyline views, and a vibrant location just minutes from the best the Eastside of Los Angeles has to offer.
This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family home is flooded with natural light and features a vaulted ceiling, additional loft space, wood deck with jacuzzi, parking for 2 cars and large usable front and rear yards with ample room for both gardening and expansion. Whether you're an investor, flipper, or creative homeowner, the spacious outdoor area is a blank canvas—perfect for al fresco dining, gardening, or designing your own urban oasis.
With views that stretch over downtown, this property is ready for transformation. Imagine modernizing and expanding the existing structure or reimagining the space entirely—the bones are here, and the setting is unbeatable.
Situated minutes from Los Angeles's most beloved destinations: Dodger Stadium, Atwater Village, Elysian Park, Silver Lake Reservoir & Meadow, Sunset Blvd, Griffith Park, golf courses, the LA Zoo, Elysian Heights Elementary School, hiking trails and so much more! Quick freeway access to the 2, 5, 10, 101, and 110 ensures a convenient commute wherever you go.
This is more than just a home—it's a chance to create something truly special in one of L.A.'s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Rodeo Realty Brokerage Phone: 818-298-1108 License #01251366 Listed on: 07/17/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,615
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- 4,228 Sq Ft Lot
- Chain Link Fence
- Front Yard
- Property is zoned LAR1
Property Views
- City Lights
- Mountain
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Cosmetic Repairs Needed
- Major Repairs Completed
- Fixer Upper
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 592 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Loft
- Laundry Room
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Spa
- Wood Patio
Location
- Property is near a park
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Natural Gas Connected
- Septic Type Unknown
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 23 / 12
- Tax Tract Number 197
- Assessor Parcel Number 5420005029
- $135 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Wjh Trust and Hamblet William J
Bought by
Costanzo Marina Leigh and Levinson Mario Alberto
Seller's Agent
Lonnie Mintz
Rodeo Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elle Grant
COMPASS
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
$81,000
10.81%
Views
44
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5020.39%
Original Mortgage
$730,000
Outstanding Balance
$730,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$407,162
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2009
Sold by
Hamblet William J
Bought by
Hamblet William J and W J H Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2006
Sold by
Lund Eva M
Bought by
Hamblet William J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$521,600
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $830,000 | Progressive Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $652,000 | Equity Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $730,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $521,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | Sold | $830,000 | +10.8% | $1,402 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2025 07/17/25 | For Sale | $749,000 | -- | $1,265 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,615 | $890,995 | $712,801 | $178,194 |
| 2024 | $10,615 | $873,525 | $698,825 | $174,700 |
| 2023 | $9,550 | $785,000 | $630,000 | $155,000 |
| 2022 | $9,280 | $785,000 | $630,000 | $155,000 |
| 2021 | $9,351 | $785,000 | $630,000 | $155,000 |
| 2019 | $8,931 | $750,000 | $601,500 | $148,500 |
| 2018 | $8,439 | $697,000 | $559,000 | $138,000 |
| 2016 | $7,451 | $617,600 | $495,000 | $122,600 |
| 2015 | $5,752 | $475,000 | $380,700 | $94,300 |
| 2014 | $5,012 | $403,000 | $323,000 | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lonnie Mintz
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lonnie Mintz
Rodeo Realty
(818) 298-1108
1 in this area
80 Total Sales
-
Elle Grant
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Elle Grant
COMPASS
(213) 733-5824
3 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Teresa Fuller
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Teresa Fuller
COMPASS
(626) 483-0710
7 in this area
445 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SR25158630
APN: 5420-005-029
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