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2,618 sqft

$998,000

523 N Lake, Los Angeles CA, 90026

Price per sqft$381.21
Built in1912
Property size2,618 sqft
Property typeMulti-family
Listed by Gillian Ninan CA DRE# 01995804 with eXp Realty of Southern California 415-846-9494

Overview

Active

Listed Sep 2, 2026

Updated 4 weeks ago

A rare opportunity to own a character-rich 1912 Craftsman duplex in the heart of Echo Park, just moments from Sunset Boulevard and with views toward the Downtown Los Angeles skyline. From the moment you arrive, the property feels distinctly LA, with mature landscaping, original architectural details, and the kind of warmth and personality that newer construction simply can’t replicate. Inside, both units retain beautiful period character, including hardwood floors, dark wood trim, built-ins, beamed ceilings, and original-style windows that bring in natural light and frame the surrounding neighborhood. The larger unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with the second bedroom located upstairs alongside an adjoining office and half bath, creating a flexible space for working from home, guests, or a private retreat. The second unit features 1 bedroom and 1 bath, with comfortable, well-proportioned living spaces. Set on an approximately 8,400-square-foot LARD2 lot, the property offers something increasingly hard to find in central Los Angeles: meaningful outdoor space. The expansive yard is surrounded by mature trees and landscaping, with room to garden, gather, relax, or simply enjoy a sense of openness that feels unusual for the neighborhood. From the lot, you can take in views toward the Downtown Los Angeles skyline, adding to the property’s unique sense of place. A detached two-car garage, currently used as shared tenant storage, provides additional utility, along with gated driveway space. Both units have laundry access, including one in-unit laundry area and a separate laundry area serving the second unit. The location puts you close to the restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and neighborhood favorites that make Echo Park and Sunset Boulevard so desirable, while also offering convenient access to Downtown Los Angeles, Silver Lake, and surrounding Eastside neighborhoods. Sold tenant-occupied, this is a compelling opportunity for a buyer seeking a distinctive income property with original Craftsman character, a substantial lot, city views, and a prime Echo Park location.

$6,640/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $998,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
IG26191640

Interior Features

Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.19 Acres

Other Property Details

Garage
Yes
View
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Listed by Gillian Ninan CA DRE# 01995804 with eXp Realty of Southern California 415-846-9494

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