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3585 S Sepulveda Blvd 42-Plex
C- Composite 51.37
Why this score? — see what drove the C- grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +21.2/30.0
  • ARV discount +7.1/15.0
  • DSCR +6.8/10.0
  • 1% rule +4.3/10.0
  • Schools +3.6/10.0
  • Livability +3.4/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.6/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$9,995,000

3585 S Sepulveda Blvd · Los Angeles, CA 90034
1512 bd · 1764.0 ba · 6,466 sqft · MultiFamily public records · 70 Days on market
Built 1948 0.95 ac lot $1546/sqft · 291% above area Est $9907k · at est.

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Multi-family units

County records classify this as Multi-Family (5+ Unit). Listing-text estimate: 42 units. confirmed

5+ unit building — per-unit beds/baths from public records are typically unavailable; the breakdown below (if shown) is an estimate from the listing text.

Listing remarks MLS

Rare opportunity to acquire a 42-unit apartment community in the highly desirable Palms area. The property is comprised of low-rise buildings featuring primarily studio and one-bedroom units, supported by a stable tenant base with many long-term residents. Situated on approximately 41,275 Sq Ft across two separate APNs, the asset offers over 350 Ft of frontage along Sepulveda Blvd, providing strong visibility and long-term positioning. Units are separately metered for gas and electricity, helping to reduce operating expenses. Additional income is generated through three on-site laundry rooms. The property includes approximately 45 parking spaces consisting of open, garage, and carport parking. A central courtyard with a swimming pool enhances tenant appeal and livability. Ideally located near major retail amenities including Trader Joe's, CVS, and the upcoming Whole Foods Market.

Key facts

  • Low rise buildings
  • Long term residents
  • 350 ft of frontage

Tags

42 UNIT APARTMENT COMMUNITYLOW RISE BUILDINGSSTABLE TENANT BASELONG TERM RESIDENTS350 FT OF FRONTAGESTRONG VISIBILITY

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 3.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 42 × 1-bed/1-bath units multifamily listed at $9.99M.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $14k ($173k/yr) — positive. Per door: $344/mo.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $9.29M (7.1% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $9.29M (7.1% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
  • Cap rate 8.0% vs local median 2.1% in Los Angeles — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 68/100 on livability (#273 in CA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, employment B; Watch: health & safety C-, schools D+, crime F.
  • Los Angeles Unified (urban): math 29% / reading 54% proficiency, ranked #223 of 517 in CA (top 43%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 67% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: Rents flat; 121 active listings in the ZIP; solid renter incomes; 19,697 units permitted in Los Angeles County in 2024 (9,426 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • At $92,873/mo this rent would consume 1054% of the median local household income ($106k/yr) (locally 4507% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $69k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $300k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Los Angeles County population projected at +9% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 70 days — a 6% lower offer ($9.40M) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 3 sale attempts since 3y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
  • Current owner paid $760k; list at $9.99M implies a 1215% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1948 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
  • Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→21/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $9,287,300 (7.1% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 70 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 7% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Can we see the unit-by-unit rent roll, current vacancy, and any below-market leases? What's the average tenancy length?
  3. What capital expenditures (roof, boiler, parking lot, exteriors) have been made in the last 5 years, and what's planned in the next 2?
  4. Built in 1948 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  5. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  6. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  7. Schools are D-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
  8. Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
  9. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  10. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  11. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.93%
Cap rate
8.03%
Cash-on-cash
6.19%
DSCR
1.28
GRM
9.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$9,906,853
List price
$9,995,000
Delta
0.89%
Verdict
FAIR
Comps
7 within 1.0 mi

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.3% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-9.5%
Equity multiple
0.66×
Total profit
$-951,167
Equity at exit
$1,490,287
10-year hold
IRR
-3.7%
Equity multiple
0.78×
Total profit
$-619,655
Equity at exit
$864,185

Cash invested: $2,798,600 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (CITY)
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State California
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
County
— inherits STATE
City Los Angeles
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+22
LARSO + JCEO 2023; relocation for substantial remodel evictions.

ZIP-level market 90034

Rents YoY
0.3%
Active inventory
121
Price-to-rent
376.7×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$92,873 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$52,415
Tax from tax record
$2,362 /mo · $28,340/yr
Insurance
$4,165
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$19,503
Net cashflow
$14,429

Break-even live

Break-even rent $74,609
Max offer price $9,995,000
Occupancy floor 79%

42-unit breakdown (identical units grouped — click to expand)

UnitsBedsBathsEst. rent
Total (42 units) $92,873

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$2,498,750
Closing costs
$299,850
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Listing history 21 events

  1. 2026-06-18
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 70 DOM
  2. 2026-06-17
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 69 DOM
  3. 2026-06-16
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 68 DOM
  4. 2026-06-15
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 67 DOM
  5. 2026-06-13
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 65 DOM
  6. 2026-06-09
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 61 DOM
  7. 2026-06-08
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 60 DOM
  8. 2026-06-07
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 59 DOM
  9. 2026-06-04
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 56 DOM
  10. 2026-06-03
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 55 DOM
  11. 2026-06-02
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 54 DOM
  12. 2026-06-01
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 53 DOM
  13. 2026-05-31
    days on market $9,995,000 Active 52 DOM
  14. 2026-04-08
    listed $9,995,000 Active 892-char remark
    Show marketing remark (892 chars)

    Rare opportunity to acquire a 42-unit apartment community in the highly desirable Palms area. The property is comprised of low-rise buildings featuring primarily studio and one-bedroom units, supported by a stable tenant base with many long-term residents. Situated on approximately 41,275 Sq Ft across two separate APNs, the asset offers over 350 Ft of frontage along Sepulveda Blvd, providing strong visibility and long-term positioning. Units are separately metered for gas and electricity, helping to reduce operating expenses. Additional income is generated through three on-site laundry rooms. The property includes approximately 45 parking spaces consisting of open, garage, and carport parking. A central courtyard with a swimming pool enhances tenant appeal and livability. Ideally located near major retail amenities including Trader Joe's, CVS, and the upcoming Whole Foods Market.

  15. 2024-05-10
    historical $1,950
  16. 2024-04-10
    listed $1,950
  17. 2024-04-10
    historical $1,950
  18. 2023-12-13
    listed $1,950
  19. 1999-06-15
    soldstatus $760,000
  20. 1999-06-10
    soldstatus $1,090,000
  21. 1991-07-10
    soldstatus $886,500

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast CA · Resets to sale price

Current annual tax
$28,340 · $2,362/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$75,962 · $6,330/mo
Expected delta
+$47,622/yr (+$3,968/mo · 168.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 6/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥85°F today · 21 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 4/10 Moderate 6 unhealthy d/yr today · 7 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$1,114,476
− Mortgage interest
−$559,875
− Property taxes
−$28,340
− Insurance
−$49,975
− Repairs & maintenance
−$89,158
− Management
−$89,158
− Depreciation
−$290,764
Taxable income
$7,205
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$1,729
After-tax cash flow
$171,413/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Los Angeles Unified
NCES district ID
0622710
Math proficiency
29% ▼ -4.00%
Reading proficiency
54% ▲ 10.00%
Median HH income
$50,403
Composite
35.67/100
National rank
#4875
State rank
#223 of 517 in CA

Livability — Los Angeles

Score
68/100
State rank
#273
US rank
#9237

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A+ Cost of living F Crime F Employment B Housing B- Health & safety C- User ratings C-

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Los Angeles, CA
County
Los Angeles County · 9,444,647 people
City population
3,838,149
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Population (ZIP)
57,075
Household income
$105,701
Rent vs Own
79.6% rent · 20.4% own
Severe rent burden
4507.0

Population outlook (Los Angeles County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
10,940,515 people
By 2030
11,256,481 · +2.9%
By 2040
11,729,929 · +7.2%
By 2050
11,948,407 · +9.2%
By 2075
11,818,114 · +8.0%
By 2100
10,842,928 · -0.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Highly diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.73)
Race & ethnicity
White 41% Hispanic / Latino 26% Asian 18% Two or more races 13% Black 9%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 16%
Common ancestry
Scotch-Irish 3% Romanian 3% Italian 2%
Foreign-born
30% · Canada, China, South Korea
Languages at home
58% English-only · Spanish 21% Other Indo-European 6% Chinese 4%

Political lean MEDSL · Los Angeles

2024 margin
Solid D (+32.9) · D 64.8% · R 31.9% · Other 3.3%
2008→2024 swing
-7.4pp toward R · 2008: 40.4pp · 2024: 32.9pp
All cycles
2024: D+32.9 2020: D+44.2 2016: D+48.0 2012: D+40.0 2008: D+40.4

Not yet ingested

Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -1346.08%
Current HPI
445.7709
Rent YoY
▲ 0.30%
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
State GDP YoY
▲ 3.21%
F500 in state
116

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+1027.5% since first listed
8 events — show timeline
  • 2026-04-08 Listed $9,995,000 TheMLS
  • 2024-05-10 Rental Removed $1,950 APPFOLIO
  • 2024-04-10 Listed for Rent $1,950 APPFOLIO
  • 2024-04-10 Rental Removed $1,950 APPFOLIO
  • 2023-12-13 Listed for Rent $1,950 APPFOLIO
  • 1999-06-15 Sold (Public Records) $760,000 Public Records
  • 1999-06-10 Sold (Public Records) $1,090,000 Public Records
  • 1991-07-10 Sold (Public Records) $886,500 Public Records

Property tax history

+1.7%/yr

Latest (2025): $28,340 · +1.8% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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