DELIVERED VACANT! Fully remodeled, move-in ready duplex in prime, central location! Two bright, beautiful 2 bed/2 bath units PLUS separate garage that can be converted to ADU for more cash flow. Live in one unit, or rent both. Thoughtful layout! New kitchens with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Upgrades include new electrical, new plumbing, new windows, dual HVAC mini splits, light wide-plank hardwood flooring and recessed lighting. Three off-street parking spaces. Centrally located between Santa Monica and DTLA with easy access to USC, 10 Freeway, downtown Culver City, Expo line and upcoming Crenshaw/ LAX line. Own in one of LA's hottest areas!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1921Year Built
6,031 sq ftLot Size
$580Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karlyn Nelson•DRE #02051690• Nationwide Real Estate Execs
•323-241-9786 (agent)
•karlynnelson7@gmail.com (agent)
Listed by Lacy Register•DRE #01980850• Nationwide Real Estate Executives
•310-422-7291 (agent)
•lacyregisterrealty@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Michael Delahoussaye•DRE #01198336• Coldwell Banker Envision
DELIVERED VACANT! Fully remodeled, move-in ready duplex in prime, central location! Two bright, beautiful 2 bed/2 bath units PLUS separate garage that can be converted to ADU for more cash flow. Live in one unit, or rent both. Thoughtful layout! New kitchens with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Upgrades include new electrical, new plumbing, new windows, dual HVAC mini splits, light wide-plank hardwood flooring and recessed lighting. Three off-street parking spaces. Centrally located between Santa Monica and DTLA with easy access to USC, 10 Freeway, downtown Culver City, Expo line and upcoming Crenshaw/LAX line. Own in one of LA's hottest areas!
TheMLS #20-562706
Apr 17, 2020
Sold
$810,000
$540/sq ft
Mar 24, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 13, 2020
Listed
$779,000
$519/sq ft
SDMLS #301760525
Aug 7, 2019
Sold
$525,000
$350/sq ft
May 10, 2019
Listed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
TheMLS #19-465244
Aug 7, 2019
Sold
$525,000
$350/sq ft
Jun 18, 2019
Pending
—
May 10, 2019
Listed
$485,000
$323/sq ft
LIVE IN ONE UNIT AND RENT THE OTHER OUT!!!! BEAUTIFUL DUPLEX LOCATED IN THE DESIRABLE CHESTERFIELD SQUARE AREA OF LOS ANGELES. THIS PROPERTY IS A ONE STORY DUPLEX. EACH UNIT IS 1 BEDROOM AND 1 BATH. THE OWNER IS CURRENTLY USING THE ENTIRE PROPERTY AS A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WHICH CAN EASILY BE RESTORED BACK THE ORIGINAL USE BY CLOSING OFF A SINGLE DOOR. EACH UNIT IS FULLY FUNCTIONAL. BOTH KITCHENS AND BATHS IN EACH UNIT HAVE BEEN UPDATED. THE PROPERTY HAS A VERY LARGE BACKYARD AND TWO COVER CARPORTS, ONE FOR EACH UNIT. THERE IS ALSO A GARAGE WHICH HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO A BONUS ROOM WITH A BATH. BONUS ROOM IS UNPERMITTED BUT CAN EASILY BE CONVERTED TO AN ADU UNDER NEW STATE LAWS. THIS PROPERTY HAS ALLOT OF UPSIDE AND WILL GO FAST!!!!
Public Records
Sep 27, 1979
Sold
$46,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,856 (+1.2%)
$541,024 + $362,541
$903,565
2024
$10,727 (+1.9%)
$530,416 + $355,433
$885,849
2023
$10,524 (+4.8%)
$520,016 + $348,464
$868,480
2022
$10,040 (+1.3%)
$509,820 + $341,632
$851,452
2021
$9,915 (+50.3%)
$499,824 + $334,934
$834,758
2020
$6,595 (+407.7%)
$490,024 + $328,367
$818,391
2019
$1,299 (+6.4%)
$475,000 + $50,000
$525,000
2018
$1,221 (+2.0%)
$63,480 + $29,037
$92,517
2017
$1,198 (+3.9%)
$61,016 + $27,910
$88,926
2016
$1,153 (+1.3%)
$61,016 + $27,910
$88,926
2015
$1,138 (−1.6%)
$59,820 + $27,363
$87,183
2014
$1,156 (−0.6%)
$57,768 + $26,425
$84,193
2012
$1,163 (+2.3%)
$57,507 + $26,306
$83,813
2011
$1,137 (−1.3%)
$56,380 + $25,791
$82,171
2010
$1,152 (+4.0%)
$55,275 + $25,286
$80,561
2009
$1,108 (+3.8%)
$54,862 + $25,098
$79,960
2008
$1,067
$54,993 + $25,158
$80,151
Tax history for 5222 Ruthelen St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,856 (+1.2%)
$541,024 + $362,541
$903,565
2024
$10,727 (+1.9%)
$530,416 + $355,433
$885,849
2023
$10,524 (+4.8%)
$520,016 + $348,464
$868,480
2022
$10,040 (+1.3%)
$509,820 + $341,632
$851,452
2021
$9,915 (+50.3%)
$499,824 + $334,934
$834,758
2020
$6,595 (+407.7%)
$490,024 + $328,367
$818,391
2019
$1,299 (+6.4%)
$475,000 + $50,000
$525,000
2018
$1,221 (+2.0%)
$63,480 + $29,037
$92,517
2017
$1,198 (+3.9%)
$61,016 + $27,910
$88,926
2016
$1,153 (+1.3%)
$61,016 + $27,910
$88,926
2015
$1,138 (−1.6%)
$59,820 + $27,363
$87,183
2014
$1,156 (−0.6%)
$57,768 + $26,425
$84,193
2012
$1,163 (+2.3%)
$57,507 + $26,306
$83,813
2011
$1,137 (−1.3%)
$56,380 + $25,791
$82,171
2010
$1,152 (+4.0%)
$55,275 + $25,286
$80,561
2009
$1,108 (+3.8%)
$54,862 + $25,098
$79,960
2008
$1,067
$54,993 + $25,158
$80,151
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,033 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1921
Sq. Ft.
1,500
Year built
1921
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5005021023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Covered Parking, Garage Is Detached, Uncovered
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 3
Interior
Equipment
Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range/Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Dual Cooling
Wall Electric Heat
Multi-Unit Income
Gross Income: 52800
Gross Operating Income: $52,800
Net Operating Income: $41,563
Multi-Unit Expenses
Total Annual Expense: $11,237
Multi-Unit Other Financial Information
Rent Control: 100
Gross Rent Multiplier: 14.75
Vacancy Rate: 100
Scheduled Actual: Scheduled
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Type Type: 1, 2
Type Of Units: Duplex
# of Buildings: 1
Unit 1 Information
# of Beds: 2
# of Baths: 2.00
Projected Rent: $2,200
# of Units: 1
Unit 2 Information
# of Beds: 2
# of Baths: 2.00
Projected Rent: $2,200
# of Units: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Income
Land Information
Other Structures: Other
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,031
Zoning: LAR1
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessed Land Value: $61,016
Assessed Improvement Value: $27,910
Assessor Parcel Number: 5005-021-023
Location
Community Information
# of Units in Complex (Total): 2
Location Information
Directions: North of 54th Street. West of Western Ave.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,500
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,033 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1921
Year Renovated: 1921
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5005021023
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is
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K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Western Avenue Technology Magnet
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Crenshaw Science, Technology, Engineering, Math And Medicine Magnet
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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