Truly an investor's dream! Fixer on an 11,200+ square foot lot in an absolutely fabulous San Marino neighborhood. Characterized by well-maintained properties at this location, this charming 1936 home, which exudes tremendous curb appeal, is wonderfully situated along the north side of the lovely tree-lined Lorain. Measured at 1,805 square feet, the opportune floor plan features a spacious formal living room showcasing tall ceilings, built-ins, warm hardwood floors, a handsome fireplace, and fantastic natural light. The home also contains two nicely sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large family room which opens out to a covered back porch, and a separate utility/laundry room adjacent to the service entrance. A sizable kitchen with an adjoining formal dining room and a separate breakfast room completes the floor plan. The detached two car garage contains a well-designed and partitioned convenient workshop. Given a little TLC, this home, in this area, with the curb appeal and the overall vintage architectural detailing that already exists, has fantastic potential. Opportunity is definitely knocking!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$1,101Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Erik Larsen•DRE #01929876• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Erik Larsen•DRE #01929876• Coldwell Banker Realty
Truly an investor's dream! Fixer on an 11,200+ square foot lot in an absolutely fabulous San Marino neighborhood. Characterized by well-maintained properties at this location, this charming 1936 home, which exudes tremendous curb appeal, is wonderfully situated along the north side of the lovely tree-lined Lorain. Measured at 1,805 square feet, the opportune floor plan features a spacious formal living room showcasing tall ceilings, built-ins, warm hardwood floors, a handsome fireplace, and fantastic natural light. The home also contains two nicely sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large family room which opens out to a covered back porch, and a separate utility/laundry room adjacent to the service entrance. A sizable kitchen with an adjoining formal dining room and a separate breakfast room completes the floor plan. The detached two car garage contains a well-designed and partitioned convenient workshop. Given a little TLC, this home, in this area, with the curb appeal and the overall vintage architectural detailing that already exists, has fantastic potential. Opportunity is definitely knocking!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,962 (+2.6%)
$1,383,241 + $602,004
$1,985,245
2024
$23,360 (+2.2%)
$1,356,119 + $590,204
$1,946,323
2023
$22,858 (+7.7%)
$1,329,529 + $578,632
$1,908,161
2022
$21,228 (+10.9%)
$1,303,460 + $567,287
$1,870,747
2021
$19,150 (+1.5%)
$1,277,902 + $473,475
$1,751,377
2020
$18,875 (+405.4%)
$1,252,846 + $313,211
$1,566,057
2019
$3,735 (+3.0%)
$1,240,000 + $310,000
$1,550,000
2018
$3,625 (+2.5%)
$86,128 + $58,050
$144,178
2017
$3,538 (+3.1%)
$82,785 + $55,797
$138,582
2016
$3,431 (+1.9%)
$82,785 + $55,797
$138,582
2015
$3,368 (+0.6%)
$81,162 + $54,703
$135,865
2014
$3,347 (+3.1%)
$78,378 + $52,827
$131,205
2012
$3,248 (+1.0%)
$78,024 + $52,589
$130,613
2011
$3,216 (+2.1%)
$76,495 + $51,558
$128,053
2010
$3,150 (+1.3%)
$74,996 + $50,548
$125,544
2009
$3,109 (+38.9%)
$74,436 + $50,171
$124,607
2008
$2,238
$74,613 + $50,291
$124,904
Tax history for 2187 Lorain Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,962 (+2.6%)
$1,383,241 + $602,004
$1,985,245
2024
$23,360 (+2.2%)
$1,356,119 + $590,204
$1,946,323
2023
$22,858 (+7.7%)
$1,329,529 + $578,632
$1,908,161
2022
$21,228 (+10.9%)
$1,303,460 + $567,287
$1,870,747
2021
$19,150 (+1.5%)
$1,277,902 + $473,475
$1,751,377
2020
$18,875 (+405.4%)
$1,252,846 + $313,211
$1,566,057
2019
$3,735 (+3.0%)
$1,240,000 + $310,000
$1,550,000
2018
$3,625 (+2.5%)
$86,128 + $58,050
$144,178
2017
$3,538 (+3.1%)
$82,785 + $55,797
$138,582
2016
$3,431 (+1.9%)
$82,785 + $55,797
$138,582
2015
$3,368 (+0.6%)
$81,162 + $54,703
$135,865
2014
$3,347 (+3.1%)
$78,378 + $52,827
$131,205
2012
$3,248 (+1.0%)
$78,024 + $52,589
$130,613
2011
$3,216 (+2.1%)
$76,495 + $51,558
$128,053
2010
$3,150 (+1.3%)
$74,996 + $50,548
$125,544
2009
$3,109 (+38.9%)
$74,436 + $50,171
$124,607
2008
$2,238
$74,613 + $50,291
$124,904
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1936
Sq. Ft.
2,291
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5334010025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - Concrete, Workshop
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Separated
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Attic, Formal Entry, Living Room, Separate Family Room, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Workshop
Fireplace Information
Raised Hearth, Wood, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Service Entrance
Entry Location: Main Level
Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Sunken Living Room, Wet Bar
Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 5334010025
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs
School Information
High School District: San Marino Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.11563500
Longitude: -118.10598000
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: West of San Marino Avenue; East of Westhaven Road; North of Roses Road; South of Huntington Drive San Marino Avenue
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Zoning: SOR110
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,291
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1936
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5334010025
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 12
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 12
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Erik
List Agent Last Name: Larsen
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Erik
Buyer Agent Last Name: Larsen
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Valentine Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Huntington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
San Marino High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
San Marino remains a highly competitive luxury market, with strong demand for well-priced homes in desirable locations. If you’re considering a move in San Marino, I’d be happy to provide a personalized market analysis.