One of a kind creative space in Frogtown. Perfectly situated as the last industrial building before the major residential section of Elysian Valley, this space has for over 30 years been a place for art and art-making. With Pristine white surfaces and 15 foot ceilings, it was for over 20 years the home and studio of artist Frank Romero, a pioneer of the Los Angeles Chicano movement and pivotal member of the acclaimed art group Los Four. Presently used as a collector's private art gallery and home, it is centered around an immense 29 x 38 foot gallery with 15 foot ceilings, and includes 2 smaller galleries, large art storage area with loading dock, 3 room office/bedroom suite, a principal bedroomwith adjoining office, kitchen, and soaring domestic storage, 2 bathrooms, 2 mezzanine storage areas, a 3 truck garage facility with roll-up doors, and extensive camera security system. The property is zoned LACM Manufacturing (Light) and is 3 doors from the LA River with next street access to the famous L.A. Bikepath. The path provides a direct connection to the gentrified Frogtown delights of the new Loreto Restaurant, LA River Kayak Safari, La Colombe Coffee, and Wax Paper. Frogtown/Elysian Valley is the new LA hub of artists, architects, filmmakers, and high tech, and continues to develop as a much in demand location for commerce and living.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: See Remarks
Year Built: 1955
Stories: 0
Living Area: 4,440 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Listing Agent: Louise Leach
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Refrigerator
Fireplace: None
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 2
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: None
Parking Information:
Parking: Door-Multi, Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: RIVERSIDE TO FORNEY TO BLAKE
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,950,000
Price Per SqFt: $664/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $11,899
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $1.9M more than the Median Sold Price and $24/SqFt more than other homes in Los Angeles, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #24397629
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Listing Agent: Louise Leach
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Jul 17, 1990
Jul 17, 1990Home Sold
$350,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$11,899
$966,993
2020
$11,545
$957,079
2019
$11,422
$938,314
2018
$11,174
$919,917
2017
$11,174
$901,881
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
7
/10
Dorris Place Elementary
2225 Dorris Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.28 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
7
/10
Elysian Heights Elementary School
1562 Baxter St
Distance between this listing and this school0.64 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
5
/10
Glassell Park Elementary
2211 W Avenue 30
Distance between this listing and this school0.72 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Los Feliz Charter Middle School for the Arts
2709 Media Center Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.17 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-8
5
/10
Florence Nightingale Middle School
3311 N Figueroa St
Distance between this listing and this school1.33 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
/10
Gabriella Charter
1435 Logan St
Distance between this listing and this school1.42 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Los Angeles River High School
2050 N San Fernando Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Puc Early College Academy for Leaders and Scholars (Ecals)
2050 N San Fernando Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
5
/10
Alliance Tennenbaum Family Technology High School
2050 N San Fernando Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.59 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,992. Residents of Los Angeles, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1625 Blake Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1625 Blake Ave property is $2,950,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1625 Blake Ave is a house located in Los Angeles, California, 90031.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1625 Blake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $11,899 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 17, 1990 for $350,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1625 Blake Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1625 Blake Ave is 4,440 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1625 Blake Ave is 1955.
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This home is located at 1625 Blake Ave in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90031 in the Central LA neighborhood. This 4,440 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,950,000.
In November 2024, from all listings sold in Los Angeles, CA there were more than 512 sold above asking price, over 657 sold below and more than 177 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Los Angeles, CA decreased by 0.6% between October 2024 and November 2024. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $1,021,532, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
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