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1541 Ellsmere Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90019

2 beds
2 baths
1,229 sqft
5,749 sqft lot
$1,057 per sqft
1927 build
– on site

Charming Picfair Village Home with ADU Potential Tucked on a quiet street in the heart of Picfair Village, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1.75-bathroom home blends character, functionality, and future potential on a generous 5,749 sq ft lot. Vintage charm shines throughout, with original built-ins and architectural details that add warmth and style. Each bedroom features french doors that open onto an expansive deck and a beautifully landscaped backyard featuring low-maintenance turf and mature citrus trees, including lemon, grapefruit, and Meyer lemon. The deck offers both stairs and a gently sloped ramp—ideal for ease of access when accommodating guests with limited mobility. The oversized detached garage is currently being used as a gym. Its generous size offers strong ADU potential for future expansion or income generating opportunity or additional living space. A gated driveway provides secure parking for up to three vehicles, with an additional off-street space. Ideally located near the 10 and 405 freeways, the home offers quick access to downtown, the Westside, and beyond. Residents enjoy proximity to local cafes, restaurants, parks, and cultural attractions including the LACMA, La Brea Tar Pits, The Grove, and Kenneth Hahn Park—all just minutes away. This home delivers rare flexibility, original charm, and room to grow in one of L.A.’s most desirable and centrally located neighborhoods.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Amanda Jacobellis / Bayside / 310-497-8385

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 30, 2025 •

MLS# SB25085492 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1927
Year Built Source:

Appraiser
New Construction:

No
Total Number Of Units:

1
Architectural Style:

Craftsman
Roof:

Shingle
Structure Type:

House
Stories Total:

1
Entry Level:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck, Patio
Patio:

1
Accessibility Features:

No Interior Steps, Ramp - Main Level
Common Walls:

No Common Walls

Interior

Features:

Built-in Features, Dry Bar
Levels:

One
Entry Location:

1
Kitchen Features:

Tile Counters
Eating Area:

In Kitchen, Separated
Door Features:

Double Door Entry, French Doors
Flooring:

Vinyl, Wood
Room Type:

Den, Dressing Area, Entry, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Decorative
Laundry:

Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1229.00

Location

Directions:

La Cienega to Fairfax - Right on Washington, Left on Thurman, Right on Spaulding, Right Airdrome, Left Ellsmere
Latitude:

34.04746000
Longitude:

-118.36143200

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Turnkey
Zoning:

LAR2
Lot Features:

0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Irregular Lot, Patio Home, Yard
Lot Size Area:

5749.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.1320
Lot Size SqFt:

5749.00
Lot Size Source:

Appraiser
View:

None
Fencing:

Wood
Fence:

Yes
Security Features:

Security System
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Tract:

3983
Tax Lot:

23

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2
Main Level Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Bathroom Features:

Bathtub, Shower, Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Walk-in shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

5069017024
Showings Begin:

2025-04-24

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Not Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Standard
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

Schools

High School:

Fairfax
High School:

FAIRFA
High School District:

Los Angeles Unified

The Community

Neighborhood:

Picfair Village
Features:

Curbs, Urban
Association:

No
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Special Assessments

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Driveway, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
Parking Spaces:

5.00
Attached Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Uncovered Spaces:

4.00
Remotes:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,300,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,961
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$357
Utilities	$131 See report
Total	$7,449/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
4/29/25 Apr 29, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CRMLS_CA	$1,300,000
4/24/25 Apr 24, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$1,300,000
4/20/12 Apr 20, 2012	Sold	DAMLS

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This house located in Central LA, Los Angeles, CA 90019 is currently for sale for $1,300,000. 1541 Ellsmere Avenue is a 1,229 square foot house with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 10 days. 1541 Ellsmere Avenue is in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles and has a WalkScore® of 80, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Fairfax Senior High School, Saturn Street Elementary School, and Emerson Community Charter School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Bayside. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 22:21 on May 04.

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