
1978 Estrella, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Los Angeles County
Key Facts
Description
1978 Estrella Ave is a well-located multifamily asset situated in the highly desirable West Adams submarket of Los Angeles, an area that has experienced sustained growth driven by proximity to major employment and educational hubs. The property benefits from its close adjacency to the University of Southern California, placing it within one of the most consistently in-demand rental corridors in South Los Angeles. Its position within USC’s DPS patrol zone, combined with access to USC’s free Lyft service and additional private security measures in the surrounding area, enhances tenant confidence and supports strong rental demand, particularly among students and affiliated renters. The property consists of (8) one-bedroom/one-bathroom units and (2) studio units, offering a functional and highly desirable unit mix that caters to the steady USC student housing market. Originally built in 1887 and comprehensively remodeled in 2019, the asset blends historic character with modernized interiors and systems, reducing near-term capital expenditure requirements. With approximately 4,731 square feet of improvements, the property presents an efficient layout that maximizes livable space while maintaining manageable operating characteristics for ownership. A key operational advantage of the property is its ample on-site parking, a valuable amenity in this infill location that further strengthens its appeal to tenants. The site’s configuration may also present future development or value-add potential, subject to local zoning and planning considerations, allowing investors optionality to explore repositioning strategies over time. Its proximity to USC Village and surrounding retail, dining, and transit infrastructure further reinforces the property’s competitive positioning within a submarket characterized by limited supply and persistent demand. Overall, 1978 Estrella Ave represents a compelling investment opportunity offering stable in-place income supported by a premier USC-adjacent location. The asset’s combination of renovated units, desirable tenant demographics, security-enhanced environment, and strong parking profile contributes to durable occupancy and rent resilience. For investors, the property offers both immediate cash flow stability and long-term upside through rent growth and continued appreciation driven by its strategic location within one of Los Angeles’ most active and supply-constrained rental markets.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential Income
Sub-Type
Apartment
Year Built
1887
Stories
2
Living Area
4,731 sq ft
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Parking Spaces
10
MLS® Listing#
PW26097749
Property Features
Pool
Laundry
Lot Features
Community
Sewer
Water Source
Financial Details
Parcel Number
5124033028
Directions
West of Figueroa & South of Washington
Affordability Calculator
$377,600
Estimated monthly payment
$10,049/mo
Principal $1,510,400 · Est. interest $2,107,142 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Los Angeles, CA
- $1,000,000
- Median Listing Price
- 88
- Median Days on Market
- 2,130
- Median Sq Ft
- $593
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 6,102
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 89% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 33% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Los Angeles, CA.
Location
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Nearby Schools
New Designs Charter
Secondary · 0.2 mi away
City of Angels
School · 0.2 mi away
Norwood Street Elementary
Elementary · 0.2 mi away
Frank D. Lanterman High School
Secondary · 0.2 mi away
St Vincent School
Secondary · 0.3 mi away
Alliance Dr Olga Mohan High School
Secondary · 0.3 mi away
Downtown Value School
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Orthopaedic High School
Secondary · 0.4 mi away
Glory Christian School
School · 0.4 mi away
Alliance Richard Merkin Middle School
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
Youthbuild Charter
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
Zelikow School of Jewish Nonprofit Management
School · 0.7 mi away
Frida Kahlo High School
Secondary · 0.7 mi away
Thirty Second Street School
School · 0.7 mi away
Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts
Secondary · 0.7 mi away
John Adams Middle School
Secondary · 0.8 mi away
Santee Education Complex
Secondary · 0.8 mi away
New Design Charter School
School · 0.8 mi away
Equitas Academy Charter School
School · 0.8 mi away
Green DOT Public Schools
Secondary · 0.9 mi away
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