Welcome to 5653 Franklin Ave, a beautifully updated home in a terrific location right between Los Feliz and Hollywood Hills. This spacious and flexible residence offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, blending timeless charm with modern upgrades. Hardwood floors flow throughout, complemented by dual pane windows, recessed lighting, and a smart thermostat. The main living area features an open layout with a living and dining space, leading into a stunning remodeled kitchen completed 5-6 years ago. The kitchen includes marble countertops, soft-close drawers and cabinets, a pot filler, induction five-burner cooktop, utility sink, LG dishwasher, double oven, LG fridge, and hidden outlets. A peninsula - island provides a comfortable breakfast bar. The downstairs layout includes a first bedroom with en-suite bath, featuring a sunken tub, floating modern vanity, tile walls and flooring, and a Toto washlet bidet. A second en-suite bedroom has direct access to the outdoors and a full bath with a modern vanity. A third downstairs bedroom can be easily used as an office as well. A third 3/4 bathroom with tile flooring and modern finishes serves guests conveniently. Upstairs, the loft-style primary suite offers a spacious retreat with a seating area, modern spa-like bath with standalone tub and rain shower, floating Toto washlet, and a walk-in closet with custom built-ins located within the bathroom. Additional highlights include 2 tankless water heaters, a California basement ideal for wine storage or additional storage needs, an LG washer and dryer, and a recently installed whole-house soft water system and drinking water filter (February 2025). The home also features updated copper plumbing (3-5 years old). Outside, enjoy a private backyard oasis with a small wading pool, spa, string lights, and plenty of space for entertaining. A high fence at the front offers added privacy and security. A two-car detached garage and a driveway with space for 2-3 additional cars complete the property. Located near Franklin Village, Griffith Park, the Hollywood Bowl, and popular shops, dining, and entertainment options, this home offers unmatched convenience and lifestyle in one of LA’s most iconic neighborhoods.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Imy Dulake DRE #00987845 626-664-1280,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Rosy Lam DRE #02075763,
Coldwell Banker Realty
$1,468,000
5653 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
4beds
2,111sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
4,925 Square Feet Lot
$1,480,600 Zestimate®
$695/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small wading poolPrivate backyard oasisWine storageModern spa-like bathEn-suite bathCalifornia basementBreakfast bar
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 20, 2025 at 07:23am
Listing Provided by:
Imy Dulake DRE #00987845 626-664-1280,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Rosy Lam DRE #02075763,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR25100395
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Den, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Two Primaries
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Bidet, Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double Vanity, Dual shower heads (or Multiple), Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Upgraded, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers, Stone Counters, Utility sink
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Inside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Copper Plumbing Full, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Storage, Eating Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Eating Area In Living Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens, Shutters
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,111 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway, Concrete, Paved, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Private, Side By Side
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front or alley
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Porch, Front Porch, Slab, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private, Above Ground, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,925 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Level, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Paved, Walkstreet
Details
- Parcel number: 5587019004
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Gutters, Horse Trails, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $695/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $842,467
- Annual tax amount: $10,435
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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