Vacant Miracle Mile Duplex with ADU & SB 9 Potential Remodel, Add Units & Maximize Returns! Welcome to 917 S Sycamore Ave, a classic 1920s duplex in the heart of Los Angeles' highly desirable Mid-Wilshire / Miracle Mile neighborhood. Set on a generous 6,455 sq ft lot, this property offers two spacious side-by-side units totaling approximately 2,189 sq ft, each brimming with original character and architectural charm the perfect canvas for a thoughtful remodel or modern upgrade. Key Highlights: Both units delivered vacant, giving investors and owner-users full flexibility to remodel and reposition for premium market-rate rents. Value-add potential: Update interiors, kitchens, and baths to capture significant rental upside in one of LA's strongest mid-city rental corridors. ADU / SB 9 opportunity: The large lot and detached garage present an ideal setup for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or potential SB 9 lot split, allowing additional income-producing units or a small-lot redevelopment (buyer to verify). Prime central location minutes from The Grove, LACMA, La Brea Tar Pits, West Hollywood, and the upcoming Metro Purple Line extension. Classic details throughout: hardwood floors, formal dining rooms, large windows, and high ceilings. Private backyard and detached two-car garage with ample off-street parking and expansion potential. Investment Summary: 917 S Sycamore Ave represents a rare value-add opportunity to renovate two vacant units, maximize cash flow, and potentially add new units under current LA ADU and SB 9 guidelines. Whether you're an investor seeking strong returns or an owner-occupant looking to offset your mortgage with rental income, this property offers the flexibility, location, and zoning to deliver long-term upside. Property Details: Property type: Duplex / Multi-Family (2 Units) Building size: 2,189 sq ftLot size: 6,455 sq ftYear built: 1923Zoning: LAR2 (buyer to verify) Both units currently vacant!
For sale
$1,295,000
917 S Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
3beds
2baths
2,189sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1923
-- sqft lot
$1,347,600 Zestimate®
$592/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private backyardLarge windowsDetached two-car garageHigh ceilingsFormal dining roomsAmple off-street parkingHardwood floors
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 02, 2025 at 09:21am
Listed by:
David Miller DRE # 02105346 323-948-7507,
Miller & Desatnik Realty Co. 310-202-9166
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25616429
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Wall
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Range/Oven
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,189
- Total interior livable area: 2,189 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Is Detached
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 6,459.95 Square Feet
- Features: 2-4 Lots, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 5084004013
- Zoning: LAR2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $592/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,378,776
- Annual tax amount: $16,713
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
Estimated market value
$1,347,600
$1.28M - $1.41M
$3,753/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+4.8%$592/sqft |
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| 6/11/2019 | Sold | $1,236,000+3%$565/sqft |
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| 5/17/2019 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$548/sqft |
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| 5/13/2019 | Price change | $1,200,000+10.1%$548/sqft |
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| 5/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,090,000+21.2%$498/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,713 +1.2% | $1,378,776 +2% |
| 2024 | $16,516 +2% | $1,351,743 +2% |
| 2023 | $16,198 +4.9% | $1,325,239 +2% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$8,121/mo
Principal & interest
$6416
Property taxes
$1252
Home insurance
$453
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mid City
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Wilshire Crest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10John Burroughs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Los Angeles Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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