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- 7,198 sqft lot
- 1964 build
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5511 Smiley Drive is a 7-unit apartment building situated in the heart of the burgeoning West Adams neighborhood. A savvy investor will have the opportunity to increase the building's value by exploiting its huge rental upside (approximately 66%), by way of future tenant turnover and capital improvements. The property's diverse unit mix consists of one 2+2, three 2+1's, and three 1+1's. Numerous upgrades such as security camera installation, vinyl windows, a newer roof, and exterior paint have been made for lower maintenance ownership. There is ample tenant parking, owned communal laundry machines, and a storage room that could be rented or retained for the owner's use. Lastly, the 7,200 square foot lot is 50% larger than the standard 4,800 square foot lot for the area. Superbly located just steps away from the heart of the West Adams commercial corridor, 5511 Smiley Drive provides residents with many of the great things LA has to offer right outside their front door. The property features a stellar 83 walk score and is central to major employment, freeways, and points of interest alike. Tenants with children have numerous nearby parks and schools to choose from, including Westside Neighborhood Park, Marvin Avenue Elementary, and Hamilton High School. Public transit is also easily accessible at the La Cienega/Jefferson Metro station at just 0.7 miles away. With 5511 Smiley, investors can hedge against inflation, leverage tax advantages, and add more value.
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Last updated Jul 5, 2025
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MLS# 25557631 —
The Building
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Year Built:1964
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Frame, Stucco
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Building Area Total:5670.00
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Total Number Of Units:7
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# of Buildings:1
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Roof:Composition
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Foundation:Slab
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Stories Total:2
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Faces:South
Interior
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Features:Ceiling Fan(s)
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Levels:Two
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Flooring:Laminate, Carpet, Tile
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Fireplace:No
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Fireplace:None
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Laundry:Community, Individual Room
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Laundry:1
Financial & Terms
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Disclosures:Rent Control
Location
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Directions:On Smiley and Hauser between Adams and Jefferson.
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Latitude:34.02972700
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Longitude:-118.36405900
The Property
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Property Type:Residential Income
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Property Condition:Fixer, Repairs Major, Repairs Cosmetic, Updated/Remodeled
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Zoning:LARD2
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Lot Size Area:7198.0000
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Lot Size Dimensions:60x120
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Lot Size Acres:0.1652
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Lot Size SqFt:7198.00
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View:1
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View:City Lights
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Security Features:Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
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Additional Parcels:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:Standard
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Parcel Number:5048024026
Utilities
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Sewer:Other
Appliances
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Appliances:Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
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Included:Yes
The Community
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Association:No
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Pool:None
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Senior Community:No
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Private Pool:No
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Spa Features:None
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Assessments:No
Parking
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Parking:Yes
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Parking:Assigned, Tandem Garage, Side by Side, Carport
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Parking Spaces:10.00
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Uncovered Spaces:7.00
Walk Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Walk Score is the most well-known measure of walkability for any address. It is based on the distance to a variety of nearby services and pedestrian friendliness. Walk Scores range from 0 (Car-Dependent) to 100 (Walker’s Paradise).
Bike Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
Provided by HowLoud
Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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6/27/25
Jun 27, 2025
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Listed / Active | CRMLS_CA | $1,490,000 | 12.5% (1.5% / YR) |
2/2/25
Feb 2, 2025
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Price Changed | CRMLS_CA | ||
7/26/24
Jul 26, 2024
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Price Changed | CRMLS_CA |