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$1,575,000

For Sale - Active
5459 Carlin St, Los Angeles, CA 90016
8 Beds
4 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1957
For Sale - Active
4 Units
Checked: 17 hours ago
Updated: Aug 14, 2025 at 06:30PM

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,521
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1957
For Sale - Active
4 Units

Located at 5459 Carlin in the highly desirable West Adams neighborhood, this multifamily property offers a prime investment opportunity with significant upside potential. The property features a total of 4 units, including 2 newly renovated 2-bedroom/1-bathroom vacant units completed in 2024, enhancing its modern appeal. The renovated units include new windows and doors, new laminate floors, new mini split air conditioners, as well as full kitchen remodels with included brand new appliances. The exterior of the property has been renovated featuring a new private patio for the front vacant unit, a full repaint, custom landscaping, as well as new fencing and sliding gate. The remaining units are also 2 two-bedroom/one-bathroom units, with a total rentable square footage of 2,508 on a 4,829-square-foot lot. With 2 current vacancies, this presents a rare opportunity for immediate income growth. With a 22% rental upside, the property has the potential to produce $11,000 per month ($132,000 annually) at market rents, achieving a cap rate of 6.45%. Currently, it operates at a 4.52% cap rate and a GRM of 12.08. The property includes one dedicated parking space per each unit, ensuring convenience for tenants in an area where parking is a premium. Its prime location near Santa Monica, Culver City, LAX, Playa Vista, Silicon Beach, and the 10 Freeway drives strong tenant demand, offering easy access to major employment centers and lifestyle destinations. The property benefits from steady current cash flow, two immediate lease-up opportunities, and significant rental upside in a highly sought-after area.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 8

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Stories: 2

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Quadruplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 5043009014
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1957

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Location

  • County: Los Angeles

Listing Details


Listed by:
Thomas Ahola
Harcourts Prime Properties
(310) 218-3314

Source:
San Diego MLS
MLS#: OC25094955
San Diego MLS

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,521
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,575,000
Amount financed:
-$1,260,000
Down payment:
$315,000
Closing costs:
$47,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$362,250
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,260,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$7,453
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$196
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,649

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,800 $33,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$168 -$2,016
Operating income:
$2,632 $31,584

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$196-$2,352
Property management: (8%)
8%-$224-$2,688
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$700-$8,400

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,932 $23,184
Mortgage payments:
-$7,453 -$89,436
Cash flow:
-$5,521 -$66,252