51 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
SOLD
JUN 1, 2026

$2,220,000

Last sold price
  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 2,985 sqft

51 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291

Venice
Est. Refi. Payment $13,484/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 1, 2026 for $2,220,000 (7% below list price)

Home Value

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Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -7% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.22M
July 2026$2.22M
June 2026$2.22M
May 2026$2.23M
April 2026$2.24M
March 2026$2.27M
February 2026$2.44M
January 2026$2.43M
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA
0.07
Multi-Family Home
$3,300,000
06/18/26
8
4
2,880
45 Paloma Ave, Venice, CA
0.06
Multi-Family Home
$2,744,000
11/26/25
5
8
3,944
51 Thornton Ave, Venice, CA
0.06
Multi-Family Home
$2,225,000
05/19/26
8
8
3,360
58 Ozone Ave, Venice, CA
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$1,700,000
01/29/26
5
4
1,927
134 Park Pl, Venice, CA
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$1,585,000
06/29/26
4
4
2,042
125 Brooks Ave, Venice, CA
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$1,825,000
12/15/25
4
3
2,173
502 Westminster Ave, Venice, CA
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$1,950,000
06/18/26
8
4
2,728
615 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$2,450,000
02/27/26
6
6
3,749

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
117 Paloma Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
$2,995,000
6
9
3,778
For Sale
523 Main St, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$1,468,700
5
5
1,536
Off Market
51 Thornton Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.06
$2,225,000
8
8
3,360
Recently Sold
45 Paloma Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.06
$2,744,000
5
8
3,944
Recently Sold
615 Hampton Dr #A309, Venice, CA 90291
0.12
$1,090,000
1
1.5
1,358
Recently Sold
38 Dudley Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$2,499,000
6
5
2,943
For Sale
17 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.07
$3,300,000
8
4
2,880
Recently Sold
615 Hampton Dr #C101, Venice, CA 90291
0.12
$1,478,000
1
1.5
1,800
For Sale
610 Main St, Venice, CA 90291
0.12
$2,050,000
1
1
1,643
Recently Sold
34 Dudley Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$1,995,000
4
5
2,672
For Sale
18 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.07
$3,095,000
6
8
4,560
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 51 Sunset Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1908
Living Area
2,985 sqft
Price/Sqft
$744/sqft
Parking
6 Open Spaces

About this House

Iconic Venice Beach Walk-Street triplex offering just steps from the sand, Rose Avenue, and Abbot Kinney Boulevard. This beautifully renovated three-unit coastal compound delivers exceptional flexibility for an owner-user, investor, or live/work buyer seeking a 100% vacant trophy asset in one of Venice's most coveted locations. Per public records, the property is a legal duplex, however it is currently configured and utilized as a triplex, with three distinct living spaces, each featuring thoughtful modern upgrades, private outdoor areas, in-unit washer/dryer, and air conditioning. Unit A is a spacious 2-bedroom / 2-bath occupying the front of the bottom level, and includes a renovated basement. Unit B upstairs is a bright and spacious 3-bedroom / 1-bath residence occupying the entire upper level, with plenty of natural light and modern finishes. Unit B also has a RSO Luxury Exemption and is not subject to local rent control restrictions. The final Unit C at the back of the ground level is a 1-bedroom / 2-bath suite, spanning two floors with a renovated basement serving as the primary bedroom. The three units encompass approximately 2,985 total square feet when including the fully renovated basement areas, creating versatile bonus space ideal for guest suites, home offices, creative studios, or additional living areas (2,278 livable square feet per assessor). The property is a prominent member of the original Golden Bay Tract built in 1908 by Venice founder Abbot Kinney and blends classic Victorian charm with contemporary finishes across all units. A large rear parking area provides two tandem spaces per unit (6 total), a rare and valuable amenity this close to the beach. In addition to each unit's private balcony/patio, there is a large & lush shared front yard. All units are delivered 100% vacant, allowing immediate flexibility for owner-occupancy, short term rentals or long term leasing. With a Walk-Score of 96, the property is just steps from the beach and surrounded by world-class dining, shopping, and culture. 51 Sunset Ave is a truly special Venice Beach asset offering prime location, versatility, and long-term upside in one of Los Angeles' most supply-constrained coastal submarkets.
51 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,985 sqft multi-family in Venice, built in 1908. It last sold for $2,220,000 on Jun 1, 2026 (7% below the $2,380,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2023 with an asking price of $7,900 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 16, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $7,233/month.
Contact this Building
Property Website
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Jake Glaser DRE # 02128816, (310) 494-6368
Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc., (310) 425-9838
Andrew Tripodi DRE # 02247949, (516) 770-6061
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., (310) 819-3250
Bought with: Andrew Tripodi DRE # 02247949, Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., (310) 819-3250
Co-Buyer's Agent: Jake Glaser DRE # 02128816, (310) 494-6368, Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc., (310) 425-9838
Source: CLAW, MLS#26650231

Home Details for 51 Sunset Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 5
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2985 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Range/Oven, RefrigeratorDishwasherDryerLaundry: In UnitRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Air Conditioning,Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Mixed
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Mixed
View
Has a ViewView: Tree Top, Trees/Woods, Peek-A-Boo
Security
Security: Gated

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: None
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Driveway
Frontage
WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: In Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Victorian
Property Information
Parcel Number: 4286022027

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,380,000Price Per Sqft: $744/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 27 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Venice

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2985 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3672.108 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26650231Listing Url

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 1, 2026
Source: CLAW #26650231
Sold
$2,220,000
May 28, 2026
Source: CLAW #26650231
Pending
$2,380,000
May 27, 2026
Source: CLAW #26650231
Contingent
$2,380,000
Mar 20, 2026
Source: CLAW #26650231
PriceChange
$2,380,000
Price decreased by 5%
Feb 11, 2026
Source: CLAW #26650231
Listed For Sale
$2,495,000

Market trends in Venice

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.94M
$83.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.3%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.14K
$82MoM
Available listings
226
5MoM

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What Locals Say about Venice

At least 457 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Ken Cunningham
    "There’s a lot of good sidewalks but the yards are very small so it can be difficult if you have a large dog"
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  • Odile Roujol
    "No you need a car if another district. Stay here else be ready for traffic Jams . You can go to Santa Monica "
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  • hlieb
    "There’s a fair amount of traffic,so you must be very alert crossing the street as I have seen cars blow through stop signs and not even slow down"
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "Close to Venice high, decent schools in area. There aren’t a lot of kids around, however. Lots of trees. Several large traffic intersections."
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  • Pefahey
    "People walk their dogs all the time and dogs seem to be very welcome in this neighborhood. Everybody seems to have one. It’s nice to see people taking such good care of animals."
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "It’s very flat and easy to walk dogs. There are many restaurants with outdoor seating, and the Marina and several parks are nearby."
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  • Trulia User
    "Overcrowded with tourists and homeless, there’s never street parking and it’s so noisy with fireworks/drunks/homeless. Nice to visit for restaurants that’s it. "
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    "It’s very dirty and unsafe. Better just to visit during the early morning or nice restaurants briefly "
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  • Sarah Kelly
    "There’s some areas that are safe and others that are not. Definitely important to do research on the area in Venice has homeless and crime in certain spots."
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  • BZ
    "Venice is unique and eclectic with wonderful restaurants and a fun nightlife. It’s a great place for young people. "
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  • Santiago Juyo
    "Food and trash on the ground can be dangerous so annoying to deal with here in Venice. Lots of green areas "
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  • B B
    " Easy by car. 25 minutes maximum. Kids take bus and we bike a lot. Love the neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this neighborhood. It feels like living in a beachside bike-friendly village next to a big city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "good city for families and kid friendly dogs lovers good place to live I would recommend this city to anyone who would want to feel safe to live "
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    "I am about to move here and in process of transitioning. I like sunshine and understanding people to what it is today. I am still looking for a place to live in a studio for a single person. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s special in its own ways. Very laid back, very friendly. Community driven A bit what you picture about Californian life "
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  • Trulia User
    "You see people walking up and down streets with all kinds of dogs. It’s difficult to find a receptacle for dog poop. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s got a great neighborhood feel and is away from the hustle & bustle but still very close to the action. Surrounded by trees and plenty ma & pop shops :) "
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    "Although I do not live here, everyone seems genuinely love their community. Whatever they are doing to keep their people happy is working. "
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    "Penmar park is great for dogs. Dog friendly in most businesses. Watch out for broken glass and harmful objectives on the sidewalks in Venice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "About 20 to 30 min lots of traffic The commute to and from is a bit Challenging. However living on the Westside is very Kool. Great weather Lots of restaurants, bars, dinning There is The 3rd Street Promenade Fox Hills Mall Howard Hughes Center Numerous boutique/ ethnic Spots "
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  • Trulia User
    "Plenty of homeless people, the streets are dirty and not particularly safe to walk around at night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone has a dog here. Very dog friendly and close to the beach too. Lots of dog parks and most have been cleaned up after homeless overran them during COVID"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’m moving out of state Im a Cali native and I’ve lived in Venice since 1998. It used to be great - terrible now "
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  • Trulia User
    "The people, the houses, the relaxed vibe, the natural beauty and the quirky characters. People are generally warm, friendly and willing to offer help if needed. We have a great selection of restaurants and stores. Anything you need is within a short range. Even the beach"
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  • Loulou111
    "I work from home but driving is easy from the Oxford ave anywhere.....,. Lovely quiet neighborhood & plenty of nature........ Neighbors watch out for each other & a good mix of ages"
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  • Erin K.
    "I love the weather and biking to the many amazing restaurants in the area. However, the homeless situation gets worse everyday. We pay too much to live here surrounded by crime and garbage. "
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  • Terry B.
    "I have lived in Venice all my life. There’s no other place I would rather live. The weather is great, usually 20° cooler than downtown Los Angeles. Many outdoor activities including bike riding, surfing, walking, tennis, paddle tennis, basketball, rollerskating , swimming, And many more. Great walkability to restaurants, shopping, library, farmers market. Dog friendly. "
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  • Olivia O.
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  • Cbowenusc
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  • Danielledruz
    "It’s more of a young persons game. Young couples and new families but i think there are better places to raise kids"
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  • Nathanlycan
    "I love this neighborhood . It blends a beachside community with a growing art and culinary scene but maintains some of the less manicured, dogtown vibe"
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  • Kamv25
    "Honestly, we don't really have anything. Halloween used to be fun out here and houses used to go all out, not anymore. "
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  • Nhailebuga
    "Usually, medium to heavy traffic all week. Commute is 30 mins to work and usually 15 at night. Weekends get very busy due to Venice beach. "
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  • Shon B.
    "Beach events are always good fun. Biking is great in this area and people are definitely respectful of the bike lane. "
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  • Altheatupper
    "Neighbors are incredibly nice, great restaurants, and walker friendly. This is a wonderful place to live!"
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  • Linkn
    "Abbot Kinney street fair happens every yeah, they do many beach events and for the new year they do the penguin plunge at the pier. "
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  • Linkn
    "Venice gets more visitors than Disneyland. Parking is hard to find, the closer you are to the beach. Many homes are Airbnb. Love Venice but the prices are extremely high! the homeless population is higher than normal. "
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  • Sarah G.
    "Farmers markets, parks, great places to eat, the beach, jumping jacks, wizards, bean dip, and big hugs at red lights."
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  • Dolph
    "It’s a very “bohemian” environment... I’m sure super fun for kids 13-18... I would keep an eye on younger kids as Venice doesn’t always bring the best elements to the beach... all in all, it’s a fun diverse place with people from all over the world and all different social and economic backgrounds and a great place in my opinion."
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Frequently asked questions about 51 Sunset Ave

  • What is the price history for 51 Sunset Ave?
    51 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA last sold for $2,220,000 in June 2026.
  • Is Venice a buyer's or seller's market?
    Venice is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Venice?
    The median sale price in Venice is $1.94M. That is up $83.5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Venice?
    Residents describe Venice, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Venice, CA.
  • Does 51 Sunset Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 51 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 51 Sunset Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 51 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA has in-unit laundry.

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