One of a kind creative space in Frogtown. Perfectly situated as the last industrial building before the major residential section of Elysian Valley, this space has for over 30 years been a place for art and art-making. With Pristine white surfaces and 15 foot ceilings, it was for over 20 years the home and studio of artist Frank Romero, a pioneer of the Los Angeles Chicano movement and pivotal member of the acclaimed art group Los Four. Presently used as a collector's private art gallery and home, it is centered around an immense 29 x 38 foot gallery with 15 foot ceilings, and includes 2 smaller galleries, large art storage area with loading dock, 3 room office/bedroom suite, a principal bedroomwith adjoining office, kitchen, and soaring domestic storage, 2 bathrooms, 2 mezzanine storage areas, a 3 truck garage facility with roll-up doors, and extensive camera security system. The property is zoned LACM Manufacturing (Light) and is 3 doors from the LA River with next street access to the famous L.A. Bikepath. The path provides a direct connection to the gentrified Frogtown delights of the new Loreto Restaurant, LA River Kayak Safari, La Colombe Coffee, and Wax Paper. Frogtown/Elysian Valley is the new LA hub of artists, architects, filmmakers, and high tech, and continues to develop as a much in demand location for commerce and living.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Other
Year Built: 1955
Stories: 0
Living Area: 4,440 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Office Phone: (310) 275-1000
Listing Agent: Juan Longfellow
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace: None
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 2
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: None
Parking Information:
Parking: Door-Multi, Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Studio, Public District Grades 6-8
Washington Irving Middle School Math, Music and Engr, Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Dorris Place Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6
Melrose Avenue Elementary School, Public Magnet Grades KG-6
Academy For Enriched Sciences, Public Magnet Grades 1-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Riverside to Forney to Blake
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,975,000
Price Per SqFt: $895/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $11,899
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $2.9M more than the Median Sold Price and $267/SqFt more than other homes in Los Angeles, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #24352387
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Office Phone: (310) 275-1000
Listing Agent: Juan Longfellow
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Jul 17, 1990
Jul 17, 1990Home Sold
$350,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$11,899
$966,993
2020
$11,545
$957,079
2019
$11,422
$938,314
2018
$11,174
$919,917
2017
$11,174
$901,881
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
6
/10
Dorris Place Elementary School
2225 Dorris Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
8
/10
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
731 N Detroit St
Distance between this listing and this school6.06 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
9
/10
Academy For Enriched Sciences
6170 Lockhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school24.04 miles
Public Magnet Grades 1-5
Middle School
4
/10
Studio
2211 W Avenue 30
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
/10
Washington Irving Middle School Math, Music and Engr
3010 Estara Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
High School
8
/10
Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School
456 S Mathews St
Distance between this listing and this school4.26 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet
6649 Balboa Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school16.38 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Dorris Place Elementary School
2225 Dorris Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
8
/10
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
731 N Detroit St
Distance between this listing and this school6.06 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
9
/10
Academy For Enriched Sciences
6170 Lockhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school24.04 miles
Public Magnet Grades 1-5
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Studio
2211 W Avenue 30
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
/10
Washington Irving Middle School Math, Music and Engr
3010 Estara Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Florence Nightingale Middle School
3311 N Figueroa St
Distance between this listing and this school1.30 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School
456 S Mathews St
Distance between this listing and this school4.26 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet
6649 Balboa Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school16.38 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Los Angeles River at Sonia Sotomayor Learning Academy
2050 N San Fernando Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,992. The majority of Los Angeles, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1625 Blake Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1625 Blake Ave property is $3,975,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1625 Blake Ave is a house located in Los Angeles, California, 90031.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1625 Blake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 1625 Blake Ave are: Dorris Place Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Melrose Avenue Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Academy For Enriched Sciences: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Studio: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Washington Irving Middle School Math, Music and Engr: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $11,899 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 17, 1990 for $350,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1625 Blake Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1625 Blake Ave is 4,440 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1625 Blake Ave is 1955.
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This home is located at 1625 Blake Ave in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90031 in the Central LA neighborhood. This 4,440 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,975,000.
Los Angeles, CA housing market in March 2024 saw over 628 listings sold above listed price, more than 196 sold at listed price and over 579 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Los Angeles, CA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 10.8%. Listings spent 34 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $975,970 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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