3838 E Pauline St, Compton, CA 90221
OFF MARKET
Listed by Jewell Taylor, Keller Williams Palos Verdes, (310) 594-1561 . Bought with WERE REAL ESTATE

$732,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,406 sqft

3838 E Pauline St, Compton, CA 90221

East Compton
Est. Refi. Payment $4,705/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 9, 2024 for $645,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$733K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$100K (+15.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$90K (+14%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +97% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$735K
August 2026$733K
July 2026$734K
June 2026$729K
May 2026$734K
March 2026$690K
February 2026$657K
January 2026$625K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3641 E Elizabeth St, Compton, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$760,000
12/24/25
3
2
1,322
3654 E Marcelle St, Compton, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$630,000
08/21/26
2
2
1,200
3726 E Iva St, Compton, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$765,000
08/14/26
3
2
1,454
16513 S Pannes Ave, Compton, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$690,000
12/12/25
4
2.5
1,560
3625 E Marcelle St, Compton, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$625,000
09/11/26
3
1.5
992
16213 S Thorson Ave, Compton, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$500,000
12/26/25
3
3
1,385
1400 S Washington Ave, Compton, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$630,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,590
611 S Thorson Ave, Compton, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$760,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,311
16330 S Caress Ave, Compton, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$680,000
03/13/26
2
1
1,152

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
16311 S Caress Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.10
$759,000
4
2
1,523
Off Market
16330 S Caress Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.11
$680,000
2
1
1,152
Recently Sold
16513 S Pannes Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.08
$690,000
4
2.5
1,560
Recently Sold
16524 S Muriel Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.12
$668,900
2
1
876
Off Market
16218 S Caress Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.16
$722,600
3
2
1,511
Off Market
3744 E Wymore St, Compton, CA 90221
0.13
$578,300
2
1
696
Off Market
16213 S Thorson Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.18
$775,000
3
3
1,385
For Sale
16625 S Muriel Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.17
$637,200
2
1
935
Off Market
16120 S Bradfield Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.18
$654,400
2
1
822
Off Market
3828 E Bennett St, Compton, CA 90221
0.17
$737,400
4
3
2,844
Off Market
16427 S Harris Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.21
$840,100
5
3
2,130
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
1,406 sqft
$521/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome to this original home nestled in the heart of Compton! This light fixer upper offers a prime opportunity to create your dream home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,406 square feet of potential. Situated on a spacious lot with a detached one-car garage, this property invites you to unleash your creativity and vision. Perfectly located near major freeways, parks, Compton College, and Downtown Compton, this home promises convenience and possibility. Bring your tools and imagination to add sweat equity and TLC, transforming this house into a stunning residence that reflects your personal style and preferences. Don't miss out on this chance to make this Compton gem your own!
3838 E Pauline St, Compton, CA 90221 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,406 sqft single-family home in East Compton, built in 1939. It last sold for $645,000 on Aug 9, 2024 (8% above the $599,999 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $732,500, with a rent estimate of $3,367/month.

Home Details for 3838 E Pauline St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1406 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside
Heating & Cooling
No CoolingAir Conditioning: None
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Main Entry
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway Level,Door-Single,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
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: 7302021020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $599,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 02 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Compton
School Information
High School District: Compton Unified

Community

Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Park, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5638 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Trust

Offer

Contingencies: Sold AS-ISListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA 203(k)

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SB24128167Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 310-594-1561Back On Market Date: Tue Jul 02 2024Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-7302021020-R-N

Additional Information

BikingCurbsParkSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 9, 2024
Source: CRMLS #SB24128167
Sold
$645,000
Jul 4, 2024
Source: CRMLS #SB24128167
Pending
$599,999

Market trends in Compton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$635K
$15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.4%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$535
$16MoM
Available listings
137
15MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

East Compton
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What Locals Say about East Compton

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say car is needed

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

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

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

  • 19 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "I live here for 3 years is a neighborhood regular I like it’s full to stores near on my opinion nothing bad "
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  • Nova1971
    "There nothing that makes Compton special there’s only crime and drugs the only reason people live here cheap rent "
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  • Jenny23xz
    "the light posts dont work so it gets really dark which means anything bad can happen. also lots of pot holes and trash piles."
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  • Ivonne V.
    "Well this six months of the year the crime get high levels gangsters are free moving and delincuentes around all night noisy and the police is scare about them so please act quickly for the innocent lives"
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  • Ana M.
    "There are always a lot of kids at the park, of course with supervision. Most people are nice and mind their own business. Neighbors look out for eachother."
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  • Kimberly B.
    "It's not very ideal, but it's somewhat cheap. As long as you don't mess with the wrong people, you're fine. In the daytime is not too bad. You walk to places. Markets aren't that far. At night it's better to drive."
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  • Danae S.
    "When I first moved to Compton in 2006 I wasn't ready for the nice variety of people and also the beautiful neighborhoods that I call hidden jewels. Compton isn't as bad as you think!!"
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Frequently asked questions about 3838 E Pauline St

  • What is 3838 E Pauline St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3838 E Pauline St in Compton, CA is $732,500.
  • What is the price history for 3838 E Pauline St?
    3838 E Pauline St in Compton, CA last sold for $645,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Compton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Compton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Compton?
    The median sale price in Compton is $635K. That is up $15K from the prior month.
  • Does 3838 E Pauline St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3838 E Pauline St in Compton, CA has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 3838 E Pauline St?
    The lot at 3838 E Pauline St in Compton, CA is about 0.13 acres (5,638 sq ft).

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