Prime opportunity in Highland Park! This 1905 Transitional Craftsman on an oversized lot has been renovated as a hip 6 Bedroom, 6 Bath co-living house. Sited above the street behind an attractive redwood fence and drought tolerant landscaping, the property offers character and curb appeal. Inside, updates include newer flooring, finishes and fixtures throughout its six bedrooms, six bathrooms, kitchen/dining room and den. The first of the public rooms is a large upgraded kitchen with stone countertops, custom tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and generous laundry area accommodating 2 washers and 2 dryers. With an oversize butcher block island boasting endless storage, there's space for multiple cooks in this kitchen! This space is airy and open, with high ceilings and loads of natural light. The kitchen's built-in dining area is comfortable as a dining area, with a large sunny den immediately adjacent. With doors on both sides opening to the front garden and backyard, this room is a favorite common space. Talk about potential -- the sky's the limit is this backyard -- raised bed homestead/farm on the 10,109 SF lot, perhaps? With three bedrooms downstairs and three upstairs, all boasting natural light and leafy views, each with an en-suite 3/4 bath, this 2,771 SF residence affords endless options. The property is ideal for co-living housing, treatment facilities, as a long term rental or conversion back to a single family home. Zoned LARD2, with three garages in the backyard, the property has been approved for the construction of up to eight additional units and may offer further development options. Located just north of the Arroyo Seco in hopping Highland Park, the property is just a few blocks from favorite spots like Highly Likely, Kinship Yoga, Highland Park Bowl and 1/2 mile from the Highland Park Metro Station, this location and neighborhood is desirable today and will be for years to come.
Listed by Teresa Fuller
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License #01315387
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COMPASS
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(626) 483-0710
Last updated October 31, 2025
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Source: CRMLS #P1-23657
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodHighland Park
Bedrooms6
Days on Prevu99
Size2,771 sqft
Price per sqft$469
Amenities
Dishwasher
Private Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
Parking
Location
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Listing History
10/31/2025
Price Decreased
$1,299,000
10/29/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
10/21/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
10/18/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
10/16/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
10/05/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
10/03/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
09/10/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
09/09/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
09/08/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
09/06/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
09/04/2025
Status changed to Active
$1,449,000
09/04/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$1,449,000
08/12/2025
Listed by COMPASS
$1,449,000
Property Details for 135 S Ave 53
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Sidewalks, Urban
Exterior
Construction
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Stories: 2
Structure Type: House
Year Built: 1905
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Features
Direction Faces: West
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, See Remarks
View: Hills, Neighborhood
Measurements
Lot Features: Sprinklers None
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
Lot Size Area: 10,108
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Size Square Feet: 10,108
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 5468015007
Interior
Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
Measurements
Living Area: 2,771
Living Area Source: Owner
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 6
Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
Bedrooms Total: 6
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Tax Lot: 7
Parking
Parking
Parking Features: Driveway, Gated, Private
Parking Total: 6
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Electric: Standard
Heating: Central
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
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