Charming 1939 Traditional in Prime Los Angeles Location, lovely 1939 home is a dream opportunity for investors and flippers alike. Classic period details include crown moldings, a beautiful spiral staircase, hardwood floors, original tile, and two fireplaces located in the living room and den. Formal dining and living rooms add to the timeless appeal. With the right touches, this could be a true showcase home. Located in Lafayette Square, one of the city's most desirable and historic neighborhoods, the property offers easy access to shopping, dining, and cultural landmarks. Offering 2,336 square feet of living space on a 6,140 square foot lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence is filled with character and potential. This is the lowest-priced home in years in Lafayette Square, a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a vintage gem in a premier Los Angeles location.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (1/13)
$1,548,000
1603 Buckingham Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90019
3beds
2,336sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,498,800 Zestimate®
$663/sqft
$8/mo HOA
What's special
Classic period detailsBeautiful spiral staircaseCrown moldingsOriginal tileHardwood floors
- 116 days |
- 330 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 12, 2026 at 12:16pm
Listed by:
Nick Mercado DRE # 01348465 323-896-9955,
Sotheby's International Realty 323-665-1700,
Brian V Moore DRE # 01220178 310-849-4990,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25605225
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dressing Area, Basement, Formal Entry, Entry, Living Room, Breakfast Area
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Formal Dining Rm, Family Kitchen, Breakfast Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Den
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,336
- Total interior livable area: 2,336 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Foyer
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Walk Street
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 x 143
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 5071009075
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- Year built: 1939
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $100 annually
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $663/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $391,903
- Annual tax amount: $4,969
- Date on market: 10/14/2025
Estimated market value
$1,498,800
$1.42M - $1.57M
$4,503/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $1,548,000-0.1%$663/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,549,000+519.6%$663/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/29/1999 | Sold | $250,000$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,969 +0.6% | $391,903 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,938 +1.8% | $384,219 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,850 +4.6% | $376,687 +2% |
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Est. payment
$9,415/mo
Principal & interest
$7343
Property taxes
$1522
Other costs
$550
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mid City
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Alta Loma Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Johnnie Cochran, Jr., Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Los Angeles Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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