Welcome to Frogtown! Nestled near the L. A. River bike path and just moments from Loreto, Wax Paper, Dodger Stadium, and Downtown L. A. , this charming two-bedroom, one-bath home is full of potential. Inside, you'll find a cozy living room with hardwood floors and a fireplace, a dedicated dining room, and a well-sized kitchen. Step outside to discover a gigantic swimming pool, perfect for entertaining or relaxing on warm California days. A bonus space attached to the back of the home offers additional possibilities. Lovingly owned by the same family for nearly 45 years, this home is ready for you to reimagine and make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
5,208 sq ftLot Size
$726Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Carin Hoffman•DRE #01891406• COMPASS
Bought with Hilda Miranda•DRE #02079227• Realty One Group West
This home features spacious rooms and a generously sized living area, though the breakfast nook is somewhat compact. The expansive backyard includes a driveway and a pool, which occupies much of the space, yet also helps buffer noise from the nearby...
freeway. The garage is currently utilized for storage. The property remains in its original condition.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Ruth Nunez
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1920 Ripple St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #P1-21450
Jul 2, 2025
Sold
$850,000
$680/sq ft
Jun 10, 2025
Contingent
—
Apr 13, 2025
Price Changed
$899,000
$719/sq ft
Mar 26, 2025
Listed
$989,000
$791/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 1981
Sold
$78,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,837 (+4.0%)
$150,673 + $226,015
$376,688
2024
$4,653 (+2.0%)
$150,673 + $226,015
$376,688
2023
$4,563 (+6.4%)
$147,719 + $221,584
$369,303
2021
$4,289 (−0.9%)
$141,984 + $212,981
$354,965
2020
$4,327 (+4.0%)
$139,200 + $208,805
$348,005
2019
$4,159 (+1.9%)
$137,773 + $206,664
$344,437
2018
$4,082 (+2.3%)
$135,072 + $202,612
$337,684
2017
$3,989 (+2.6%)
$129,828 + $194,746
$324,574
2016
$3,889 (+1.5%)
$129,828 + $194,746
$324,574
2015
$3,832 (−0.4%)
$127,283 + $190,928
$318,211
2014
$3,849 (−1.0%)
$122,917 + $184,378
$307,295
2012
$3,887 (+2.8%)
$122,362 + $183,545
$305,907
2011
$3,782 (−0.8%)
$119,963 + $179,947
$299,910
2010
$3,812 (+3.7%)
$117,611 + $176,419
$294,030
2009
$3,676 (+4.5%)
$116,733 + $175,101
$291,834
2008
$3,519
$117,011 + $175,517
$292,528
Tax history for 1920 Ripple St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,837 (+4.0%)
$150,673 + $226,015
$376,688
2024
$4,653 (+2.0%)
$150,673 + $226,015
$376,688
2023
$4,563 (+6.4%)
$147,719 + $221,584
$369,303
2021
$4,289 (−0.9%)
$141,984 + $212,981
$354,965
2020
$4,327 (+4.0%)
$139,200 + $208,805
$348,005
2019
$4,159 (+1.9%)
$137,773 + $206,664
$344,437
2018
$4,082 (+2.3%)
$135,072 + $202,612
$337,684
2017
$3,989 (+2.6%)
$129,828 + $194,746
$324,574
2016
$3,889 (+1.5%)
$129,828 + $194,746
$324,574
2015
$3,832 (−0.4%)
$127,283 + $190,928
$318,211
2014
$3,849 (−1.0%)
$122,917 + $184,378
$307,295
2012
$3,887 (+2.8%)
$122,362 + $183,545
$305,907
2011
$3,782 (−0.8%)
$119,963 + $179,947
$299,910
2010
$3,812 (+3.7%)
$117,611 + $176,419
$294,030
2009
$3,676 (+4.5%)
$116,733 + $175,101
$291,834
2008
$3,519
$117,011 + $175,517
$292,528
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,208 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1941
Sq. Ft.
1,250
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5442020021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Sep 5, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Install new electrical systems.
Electrical
Mar 17, 2016 • Final
Hvac
Replace a wall heater.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Driveway, Street, On Site
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Outside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Oven
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathtub
Room Information
Living Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Fireplace, Wall Heater
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Fencing: Wrought Iron, Security
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Front
Has Patio
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Sprinklers None
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Parking
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: North
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 5442020021
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Urban, Curbs
Location Information
Latitude: 34.10091000
Longitude: -118.24756800
Directions: Near the 2 Freeway/ Off Fletcher or easy access off of the 5.
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,250
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,208 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1941
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5442020021
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 67
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 67
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Carin
List Agent Last Name: Hoffman
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Hilda
Buyer Agent Last Name: Miranda
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Realty One Group West
Around this home
Schools
Allesandro Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Sotomayor Arts and Sciences Magnet
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
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