4956 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221
SOLD
JUN 29, 2026
Listed by Johnnie Stephens, Johnnie Will Stephens, Broker, (909) 226-3336 . Bought with NONMEMBER MRML

4956 E San Carlos St
Compton, CA 90221

East Compton
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 979 sqft

$470,000

Last Sold: Jun 29, 2026
10% below list $520K
$480/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,911/mo*
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$470,000

Last Sold: Jun 29, 2026
10% below list $520K
$480/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,911/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
979 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Investor Opportunity. Welcome to 4956 E San Carlos St., Compton — a versatile property featuring a main residence plus a detached ADU, offering excellent upside for investors or buyers seeking multi-generational living with income potential.

This property is priced to reflect that a little TLC is needed, making it an ideal value-add opportunity. With the right updates, you can unlock increased rental income, improved equity, and long-term appreciation. The main home offers a functional layout with comfortable living space and a well-sized kitchen, while the separate ADU provides added flexibility for extended family, guests, or rental use (buyer to verify permits/legality).

Situated on a generous lot and conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and major freeways, this is a rare chance to secure a property with multiple-unit potential in a high-demand area. Bring your vision and make this one shine!
4956 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 979 sqft single-family home in East Compton, built in 1949. It last sold for $470,000 on Jun 29, 2026 (10% below the $520,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $470,000, with a rent estimate of $2,799/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$480/sqft
Listed
27 days ago

Home Details for 4956 E San Carlos St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 979 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: None
Heating & Cooling
No CoolingAir Conditioning: None
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Front door
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 10

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Drywall, ConcreteNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: FixerParcel Number: 6185018056

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $520,000Price Per Sqft: $480/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jan 30 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Community

Community Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5595 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Third Party Approval, Probate Listing

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: IG26008931Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 909-226-3336Activation Date: Tue Jan 20 2026Back On Market Date: Mon Jun 01 2026Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Tue Jan 20 2026Universal Property Id: US-06037-N-6185018056-R-N

Additional Information

Storm Drain(s)Street LightsSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Johnnie Stephens DRE #01820257, (909) 226-3336
Johnnie Will Stephens, Broker
Bought with: Mariselle Fernandez DRE #02177223, NONMEMBER MRML
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#IG26008931

Price History for 4956 E San Carlos St

DatePriceEventSource
06/29/2026$470,000Sold
CRMLS #IG26008931
06/11/2026$520,000PendingCRMLS #IG26008931
06/01/2026$520,000ContingentCRMLS #IG26008931
06/01/2026$520,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #IG26008931

Market trends in Compton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$611K
$5.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$507
$3MoM
Available listings
119
24MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,115
Assessment$32,268
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4956 E San Carlos St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4958 E San Rafael St, Compton, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$425,000
05/04/26
2
1
672
14912 S Gibson Ave, Compton, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$650,000
06/30/26
2
1
966
6552 San Juan St, Paramount, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$740,000
06/01/26
2
1
1,136
6613 San Miguel St, Paramount, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$690,000
12/24/25
2
1
930
4949 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,930,000
04/01/26
2
1
696
4810 E San Luis St, Compton, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$610,000
05/01/26
3
1
1,017

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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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