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

$520,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 979 sqft

4956 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221

East Compton
Est. Refi. Payment $3,209/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 29, 2026 for $470,000 (10% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$520K
Since last month
Decreased$400 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$18K (-3.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$49K (+10.5%)
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 +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$519K
July 2026$520K
June 2026$470K
May 2026$521K
April 2026$520K
March 2026$524K
February 2026$526K
January 2026$524K
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
4950 E San Rafael St, Compton, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$400,000
04/01/26
2
1
868
4958 E San Rafael St, Compton, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$425,000
05/04/26
2
1
672
4949 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$610,000
07/20/26
2
1
696
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
4953 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$350,000
04/01/26
1
1
498
4810 E San Luis St, Compton, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$610,000
05/01/26
3
1
1,017

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
4953 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221
0.03
$539,800
1
1
498
For Sale
4949 E San Carlos St, Compton, CA 90221
0.04
$610,000
2
1
696
Recently Sold
4950 E San Rafael St, Compton, CA 90221
0.06
$629,800
2
1
868
For Sale
4934 E San Rafael St, Compton, CA 90221
0.07
$635,000
4
2
928
Recently Sold
6513 San Miguel St, Paramount, CA 90723
0.23
$1,134,700
6
5
2,638
Off Market
6552 San Carlos St, Paramount, CA 90723
0.30
$666,200
4
2
1,592
Off Market
6552 San Juan St, Paramount, CA 90723
0.30
$740,000
2
1
1,136
Recently Sold
6513 San Mateo St, Paramount, CA 90723
0.29
$667,200
2
1
891
Off Market
12630 S Halo Dr, Compton, CA 90221
0.31
$825,000
4
2
1,590
Recently Sold
4624 E Rosecrans Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.29
$635,000
3
2
1,520
Recently Sold
14625 S Frailey Ave, Compton, CA 90221
0.27
$750,000
3
2
1,044
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1949
Living Area
979 sqft
Price/Sqft
$480/sqft
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

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). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $520,200, with a rent estimate of $2,727/month.

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

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 29, 2026
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931
Sold
$470,000
Jun 11, 2026
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931
Pending
$520,000
Jun 1, 2026
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931
Contingent
$520,000
Jun 1, 2026
Source: CRMLS #IG26008931
Listed For Sale
$520,000

Market trends in Compton

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$622K
$9.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$521
$12MoM
Available listings
121

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Neighborhood Overview

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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 4956 E San Carlos St

  • What is 4956 E San Carlos St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4956 E San Carlos St in Compton, CA is $520,200.
  • What is the price history for 4956 E San Carlos St?
    4956 E San Carlos St in Compton, CA last sold for $470,000 in June 2026.
  • 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 $622K. That is up $9.17K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 4956 E San Carlos St?
    The lot at 4956 E San Carlos St in Compton, CA is about 0.13 acres (5,595 sq ft).
  • Does 4956 E San Carlos St have a garage?
    Yes, 4956 E San Carlos St in Compton, CA has a garage.

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