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listing_id: CRAR26118738
status: Active
price: 1495000
beds: 2
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1518
sqft_lot: 6494
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1926
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1553 N Commonwealth"
city: Los Angeles
state: CA
zip: 90027
county: "Los Angeles County"
lat: 34.0997224
lng: -118.2854322
days_on_market: 8
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Rachel Bratakos"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker Realty"
list_agent_phone: "–"
list_agent_license: 01978975
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-06-06
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Los Angeles County | Los Angeles | 90027 | 1553 N Commonwealth

1553 N Commonwealth, Los Angeles, CA 90027

MLS: CRAR26118738 | Status: Active | Price: $1,495,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
2 2 1,518 6,494 1926

Remarks

Charming Spanish-style home offering approximately 1,518 square feet with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a long driveway providing ample off-street parking, and a detached 2-car garage. Filled with timeless character, the home features arched entryways, arched windows, a striking coved ceiling in the living room, abundant natural light, and a decorative fireplace that serves as a beautiful focal point. One bedroom includes an attached three-quarter bathroom with shower. The second bedroom features an adjoining bonus room with direct access to the spacious backyard, offering flexibility for a variety of uses. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and an inviting breakfast nook. A small accessible basement may provide additional storage space. Additional features include a newer electrical panel and a hallway bathroom with separate shower and bathtub showcasing vintage light blue and white tilework and classic hexagonal floor tile. The detached 2-car garage, generous driveway, and LARD1.5 zoning may offer future development possibilities. Buyers are advised to independently verify zoning, development potential, ADU possibilities, and permitted uses with the appropriate governmental agencies. Ideally situated in the heart of Los Angeles, the property is approximately 2 miles from Hol

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRAR26118738
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 8

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Appliances Dishwasher, Other
Fireplace Decorative Only, Living Room
Laundry In Laundry Room, Other
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None
Style Spanish

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Los Angeles Unified
High School District Los Angeles Unified
HOA Fee $0

Contact Information

Rachel Bratakos
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01978975
Phone: –

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Thomas Starr King Middle School public 6-8 0.36 mi 6
Franklin Avenue Elementary School public K-5 0.43 mi 9
Los Feliz STEMM Magnet public K-5 0.48 mi 5
Lexington Avenue Primary Center public KG,1,2 0.50 mi N/A
Lockwood Avenue Elementary School public K-6 0.74 mi 6
John Marshall Senior High School public 9-12 0.81 mi 8
Micheltorena Street Elementary School public K-5 0.93 mi 8
Ramona Elementary School public K-5 1.00 mi 7
Kingsley Elementary School public K-5 1.15 mi 6
Ivanhoe Elementary School public K-5 1.22 mi 9
Dayton Heights Elementary School public K-5 1.23 mi 6
Grant Elementary School public K-6 1.60 mi 6
Mayberry Street Elementary School public K-5 1.60 mi 6
Helen Bernstein High School public 9-12 1.65 mi 3
STEM Academy at Bernstein High public 9-12 1.65 mi 7
Alexandria Avenue Elementary School public K-5 1.68 mi 8
Clifford Street Elementary School public K-5 1.72 mi 6
Richard A. Alonzo Community Day School public 7-12 1.73 mi 2
Dr. Sammy Lee Medical And Health Science Magnet Elementary public K-5 1.78 mi 8
Virgil Middle School public 6-8 1.82 mi 7

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
3950 De Longpre Ave $1,575,000 2 1 1,119 Active
1306 N Coronado St $1,395,000 2 2 1,385 Contingent
3911 De Longpre Ave $1,600,000 4 3 1,896 Active
540 N Serrano Ave $1,325,000 4 4 2,086 Active
1544 Angelus Ave $1,460,000 3 1/1 1,451 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of June 06, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Rachel Bratakos.