227 E 55th St, Los Angeles, CA 90011
SOLD
DEC 22, 2025
Listed by Joe Manjarrez, eHomes, (909) 227-5833 . Bought with RE/MAX College Park Realty

227 E 55th St
Los Angeles, CA 90011

Southeast Los Angeles
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 720 sqft

$432,900

Last Sold: Dec 22, 2025
12% over list $385K
$601/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,697/mo*
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$432,900

Last Sold: Dec 22, 2025
12% over list $385K
$601/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,697/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
720 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School4 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1912
Living Area
720 sqft
Price/Sqft
$601/sqft
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to 227 E 55th St, a charming home that perfectly blends modern comfort with classic LA character. Originally a 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence, this property has been thoughtfully reconfigured and expanded into a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, offering greater flexibility and functionality for today’s lifestyle. Step inside to find a bright and open living area with fresh finishes, beautiful flooring, and an inviting layout ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The u kitchen features sleek countertops, stylish cabinetry, and fully functional appliances, ready for your culinary creations. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and the two bathrooms showcase contemporary fixtures and beautiful tile work. Outside, you’ll enjoy a private yard with plenty of room for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or future additions. The property also offers convenient parking and is located on a quiet residential street close to downtown LA, schools, parks, and major freeways making it perfect for commuters or anyone seeking a centrally located home. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an investor looking for a move-in-ready property with strong rental potential, 227 E 55th St delivers excellent value and modern living in one of LA’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
227 E 55th St, Los Angeles, CA 90011 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 720 sqft single-family home in Southeast Los Angeles, built in 1912. It last sold for $432,900 on Dec 22, 2025 (12% above the $384,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $436,100, with a rent estimate of $3,103/month.

Home Details for 227 E 55th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 720 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Front
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Concrete,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5101013017

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $384,900Price Per Sqft: $601/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 05 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Los Angeles
School Information
High School District: Los Angeles Unified

Community

Community Features: Street LightsNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2458 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to Existing Loan, Conventional, FHA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Submit, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DW25243564Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 562-746-1831Activation Date: Tue Oct 21 2025Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Tue Oct 21 2025Universal Property Id: US-06037-N-5101013017-R-N

Additional Information

Street Lights
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Joe Manjarrez DRE #01829173, (562) 746-1831
eHomes
Gabriel Galvez DRE #02187960, (562) 786-2495
eHomes
Bought with: Janeth Bernal DRE #01270399, (909) 376-1224, RE/MAX College Park Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#DW25243564

Price History for 227 E 55th St

DatePriceEventSource
12/22/2025$432,900Sold
CRMLS #DW25243564
11/07/2025$384,900PendingCRMLS #DW25243564
10/21/2025$384,900Listed For SaleCRMLS #DW25243564
04/12/2013$155,000Sold
N/A
11/14/2012$152,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/17/2012$60,000Sold
N/A
10/29/2011$79,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/30/2010$89,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/24/2010$89,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/10/2010$89,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/29/2010$100,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Southeast Los Angeles

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$613K
$18.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$547
$23MoM
Available listings
123
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,431
Assessment$190,857
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 227 E 55th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
240 E 56th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$380,000
02/13/26
3
2
932
214 E 56th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$500,000
05/13/26
2
1
832
134 E 56th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$470,000
07/07/26
3
2
1,412
5131 Woodlawn Ave, Los Angeles, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$555,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,168
768 E 52nd Pl, Los Angeles, CA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$575,000
10/15/25
2
1.5
1,048
334 E 57th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,260
135 E 60th St, Los Angeles, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$440,000
07/14/26
3
2
1,288
696 E 51st St, Los Angeles, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$340,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,157

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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

  • 52 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 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

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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "I drive sometimes catch that bus or train walk depending on weather time and traffic or distance of my destination "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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