138 E 97th St, Los Angeles, CA 90003
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OFF MARKET

$597,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 31, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,150 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,150 sqft

138 E 97th St, Los Angeles, CA 90003

Southeast Los Angeles

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1933
Living Area
1,150 sqft
Price/Sqft
$519

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Duplex front unit - Tipo Casa. Section 8 LA City Voucher welcome! Front unit of a duplex property with plenty of light. Beautifully remodeled apartment. Prime location at 97th and Main with easy access to the 110 South Freeway . Only minutes away from USC, Downtown LA , Sofi and Forum stadiums and LAX. Beautiful wooden floors in living room and dining area. Brand new central AC/Heating. Se habla Espanol! For more properties like this visit Affordable Housing.
138 E 97th St, Los Angeles, CA 90003 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,150 sqft apartment in Southeast Los Angeles, built in 1933. It last sold for $249,000 on Dec 23, 2002 (7,681% above the $3,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 29, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $597,000, with a rent estimate of $3,254/month.

Home Details for 138 E 97th St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1933
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn

Comparable Sales for 138 E 97th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
400 W 109th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.89
Apartment
$679,000
02/04/26
3
2
1,368 sqft
9415 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA
0.23
Apartment
$935,000
02/20/26
3
1
900 sqft
1129 W 95th St, Los Angeles, CA
1.30
Apartment
$760,000
05/13/26
6
5
3,070 sqft
203 E 71st St, Los Angeles, CA
1.91
Apartment
$672,000
01/16/26
2
1
640 sqft
1468 E 107th St, Los Angeles, CA
1.51
Apartment
$700,000
11/07/25
2
1
800 sqft
227 E 81st St, Los Angeles, CA
1.28
Apartment
$1,125,000
07/10/26
4
2
-
730 W 73rd St, Los Angeles, CA
1.93
Apartment
$1,150,000
01/21/26
5
5
2,876 sqft
1629 W 82nd St, Los Angeles, CA
2.23
Apartment
$950,000
04/10/26
5
3
1,800 sqft
903 W 84th St #1, Los Angeles, CA
1.41
Apartment
$2,600
11/01/25
2
1
675 sqft
727 W 74th St, Los Angeles, CA
1.90
Apartment
$1,030,000
12/23/25
2
9
3,812 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Southeast Los Angeles

At least 1446 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 27 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say parking is easy

  • 23 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jaykaysunday31
    "It is a crime area but not high crime neighbors respect each other we can walk our dogs freely just please pick up after your animals"
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  • Esmee.zaratee94
    "It’s okay don’t like how there’s rarely no parking. Some streets are to small but I like how there’s parks around and lots of stores. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of diversity among people all work together on other neighborhood apps to locate missing pets and help contribute to an overall sense of safety that is hard to achieve especially around the Florence -graham area"
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  • Jaykaysunday31
    "I have lived here for years. I walk around here freely and I always feel safe. The markets carry fresh fruits and veggies as well as the people are always friendly"
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  • Ari Casanova
    "Nothing! It’s crowded, people going homeless and no official makes a different. People are aware of the area. "
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  • Arreolamariae
    "Not much of events around the are, to much homeless rv park around the area. To much trash around homeless. Looks so dirty "
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  • Calebsanchez87
    "There’s definitely Long side walks and a decent amount of large parks Maybe not the safest though and stray dogs around"
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  • Kandice Speedracer Weaver
    "Parks After Dark are my most favorite events I usually attend them with my son because it feels safe. I also take my nieces and nephews because they enjoy the events as well."
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  • Gwendolyn Anthony
    "Not available bad this scares is not safe for the disable. B very careful. Senior citizen beware. Safety is a issues"
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  • Lucy Ceja
    "Dogs that are kept inside are too loud and some dogs even can jump the fence. Lots of dogs also leave outside no owner no leashed not dangerous dogs "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog owners in this area who not lol or here because no one picks up after their dogs it’s all over the side walks in the bushes along with all the trash and dirt "
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  • Trulia User
    "People would get their Dogs stolen. Do not move here. It's not safe. Do not recommend at all. Move in at your own Risk. We are movinv away! "
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  • Trulia User
    "I been living here all my life and it always great to meet new people and be friendly with everyone around you no matter who you are there’s always a way to communicate with each other’s "
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  • Trulia User
    "if you can don't live here want to move out of here badly just everything so expensive so if you can trust me stay as far as possible from south LA aka the jungle "
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  • Trulia User
    "safety in the neighborhood and what kind of predetadors to watch it for I think that's one of the most things important to know about child safety is our risk arr they any parks nearby or schools libraries "
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  • Trulia User
    "The events for kids in the evenings in the weekends. They are pretty great to entertain family and have kids out of trouble. Amazing activities."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a train around the corner and multiple bus routes, traveling to downtown is only 6 stops away "
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  • Trulia User
    "Stray dogs and cats all over the place. Litter and homeless people all over the place. Not a safe place to take a dog on a walk UNLESS it’s a certified guard dog "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s actually good in the neighborhood but I wished there were more busses since it gets busy during the mornings "
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  • Trulia User
    "been living here 26 years in my house no problem I walk in area for excriseing it cool iam older woman "
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  • Trulia User
    "yes I see people walking yes I say hi to them yes they say hi to me everybody feels comfortable with each other all is good"
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive sometimes catch that bus or train walk depending on weather time and traffic or distance of my destination "
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  • Trulia User
    "It has its own culture, tagging on the wall, people are always playing music, it is a lively community "
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  • Trulia User
    "A very nice neighborhood to live and bring up a family the center of LA you can go anywhere because the 110 & 10 are close and get get anywhere else in minutes "
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  • Trulia User
    "Unfortunately, there are no community events that are taking place in or near this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything is bad here freeways people neighborhood is not clean…..is not safe not nice Can even walk ."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve grown up here. It’s a nice place. A little rough around the edges sometimes but an alright place to settle. "
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  • Trulia User
    "be kind but please be safe, keep tabs on your children and pets, its not very safe here past dark "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone knows each other or atleast knows who’s who. People are mostly friendly but lots of gang activities."
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  • Trulia User
    "None, people are bitter with each other. Neighbors cause a lot of issues. It’s very dirty and there is a lot of homeless people walking around. Gang activity is also a big problem "
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  • Trulia User
    "Have lived here for 4 years, the neighborhood has been good to us. Schools a good. It’s safe for families to walk in the parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "We have Bloc parties and flea markets every weekend and a very family oriented neighborhood Close to everything if you choose to drive or take public transportation"
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  • Trulia User
    "Its not always safe but many people who live around are careful of things. Gives few liberties but need a bit of enforcement in some parts. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice city to live, people are genuinely and kind. Stors and transportation available. Schools for kids "
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  • Trulia User
    "Full of prostitution and drug sales , this area is not good area to live or raise a family cause is not safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "Been here for 22 years. For me the only perk to living in a urban area such as this is cheap rent & bargain stores that’s it!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Not a great neighborhood to raise children! Parks aren't used just for kids, but for crackheads and people that have nothing better to do. Too many homeless. Doesn't feel safe to walk around the neighborhood. "
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  • Catherine A.
    "It’s peaceful and I enjoy bing in this area there are things hay could be better but over all it’s a nice neighborhood can’t complain at all . "
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  • Rakia C.
    "it’s a nice place to grow up especially when you know a lot of people it sorta becomes your other family & some of the parks are really nice"
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  • Bryanorlandoelias
    "It’s safe for kids if you limit them to not going outside after dark. It’s south central what do you expect "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 29, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,200
Aug 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,200
Aug 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,200
Aug 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,200
Aug 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,200

Frequently asked questions about 138 E 97th St

  • What is 138 E 97th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 138 E 97th St in Los Angeles, CA is $597,000.
  • What is the price history for 138 E 97th St?
    138 E 97th St in Los Angeles, CA last sold for $249,000 in December 2002.
  • Is Los Angeles a buyer's or seller's market?
    Los Angeles is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Los Angeles?
    The median sale price in Los Angeles is $590K. That is down $19.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 138 E 97th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 138 E 97th St in Los Angeles, CA has air conditioning.

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