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$2,249,000

Est. $15,354/mo

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5 ba

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2,913

sq ft

1937 Butler Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025

About this home

SOUTH OF SANTA MONICA BLVD, EAST OF BARRINGTON AVE Remarks : Rare opportunity to acquire a charming four-unit residential property in one of West Los Angeles, most sought after neighborhoods. Situated on a generous lot in the heart of Sawtelle Japantown district, . This collection of detached residences offer exceptional rental appeal, strong upside potential and an unbeatable location. There are 3 one bedroom and one bathroom units of which 2 units are fully updated. There is also a 2 story ADU which is the 4th unit, built in 2024 , three bedrooms and two bathrooms with 1173 sq ft. Each residence features spacious living area, large bedrooms, abundant natural light, hardwood flooring and functional layouts designed for comfortable living. Updated units have renovated bathrooms, newer windows, fresh interior finishes, upgraded plumbing and well maintained systems. Tenants enjoy the privacy of free standing homes creating a single family home feel rarely found in multi family properties. The property offers some onsite and street parking options, laundry hookups, ample storage and private outdoor space. Located on a quiet residential street just minutes from Santa Monica, Brentwood, Century City. Residents can also walk to Sawtelle's renowned restaurants, cafes , markets and entertainment venues while enjoying easy access to 10 to the 405 Freeways. There is also a potential to build another ADU on the lot. Buyer to verify this information. Please Drive by only, DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS. Drive By only Interior viewing with accepted offer only. There is still room to add more ADUs, Total Annual income $138,858, Owner is licence RE Broker. PLEASE TEXT BEFORE YOU ARE CALLING. Seller Concessions Yes

1930Year Built

$772Price/Sq.Ft.

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$15,354 per month

Principal and interest$12,580

Property taxes

$2,343

HOA dues

Home insurance

$431

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Nora Sterry Elementary School

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Little Tokyo West, located between Alameda Street and the Los Angeles River, is a historic and arts-forward Los Angeles neighborhood with a pedestrian plaza scene and warehouse-to-loft edges. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around 1st Street at Central Avenue, where lantern-lit walkways, ramen counters, galleries, and small specialty shops keep the sidewalks active. JANM anchors the cultural calendar, while the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and Weller Court frame the area’s creative and retail rhythm. Mid-century commercial blocks mix with newer residential towers, giving streets a compact, walkable feel. Metro rail and bike paths shape daily movement, and pocket plazas add outdoor pauses between meals and exhibits.

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Exterior

Exterior features
Located in the Sawtelle neighborhood

Home design
Built in 1930

Construction
Original construction from 1930

Sale and tax history for 1937 Butler Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$17,908 (+1.2%)

$1,229,920 + $727,960

$1,957,880

2024

$17,697 (+2.0%)

$1,205,804 + $267,948

$1,473,752

2023

$17,357 (+4.9%)

$1,182,161 + $262,695

$1,444,856

2022

$16,552 (+1.2%)

$1,158,982 + $257,545

$1,416,527

2021

$16,351 (−1.0%)

$1,136,257 + $252,496

$1,388,753

2020

$16,520 (+4.1%)

$1,113,978 + $247,546

$1,361,524

2019

$15,862 (+0.7%)

$1,102,556 + $245,008

$1,347,564

2018

$15,756 (+2.2%)

$1,080,938 + $240,204

$1,321,142

2017

$15,415 (+2.2%)

$1,038,965 + $230,878

$1,269,843

2016

$15,077 (+1.5%)

$1,038,965 + $230,878

$1,269,843

2015

$14,856 (−0.4%)

$1,018,594 + $226,351

$1,244,945

2014

$14,916 (+39.5%)

$983,641 + $218,584

$1,202,225

2012

$10,690 (+1.4%)

$600,000 + $300,000

$900,000

2011

$10,538 (−1.9%)

$674,000 + $150,000

$824,000

2010

$10,741 (−24.5%)

$674,000 + $150,000

$824,000

2009

$14,234 (+4.5%)

$674,000 + $150,000

$824,000

2008

$13,616

$936,360 + $208,080

$1,144,440

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

8,338 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

572

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

572

Year built

1930

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Los Angeles County

APN

4261027017

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

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Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.

Jan 23, 2024 • Final

Electrical

Install an electrical panel for a multi-gang meter socket.

Electrical

Jun 18, 2007 • Final

Bldg-alter/repair

Replace windows in their existing locations and sizes.

Remodel

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 85° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

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