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8130 Norton Ave 27-Plex
C+ Composite 60.23
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 +26.3/30.0
  • DSCR +8.9/10.0
  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • 1% rule +5.8/10.0
  • Schools +3.6/10.0
  • Livability +3.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.1/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$9,350,000

8130 Norton Ave · West Hollywood, CA 90046
23 bd · 31.0 ba · 20,631 sqft · MultiFamily public records · 49 Days on market
Built 1959 0.39 ac lot $453/sqft · 53% above area

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Multi-family units

County records classify this as Multi-Family (5+ Unit). Listing-text estimate: 27 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

Rarely does an investment opportunity of this caliber arise in the heart of West Hollywood, one of Los Angeles' most coveted rental submarkets. This impeccably maintained 27-unit complex offers a sophisticated blend of vintage architectural charm and modern infrastructure, perfectly positioned to capture the high-income demographics of this supply-constrained neighborhood. The property boasts a highly functional and balanced unit mix - comprising (4) studios, (19) one-bedrooms, and (4) two-bedrooms - ensuring consistent cash flow through a strategic combination of steady turnover and long-term stability. Units are thoughtfully appointed with engineered wood flooring, upgraded double-pane windows, and improved sliding doors; eleven units feature private balconies, while select residences offer upgraded HVAC systems, including central air or Mitsubishi mini-splits. Perhaps the most significant competitive advantage is the expansive parking, offering 28 spaces (32 total spots), a rare luxury that far exceeds local standards and simplifies urban living for residents. On-site amenities further elevate the tenant experience, including a refreshing pool, controlled access, and owner-owned laundry facilities providing an additional revenue stream of approximately $400 per month. With primarily copper plumbing, separately metered utilities, and a reliable water heating system (including a 2017-installed 100-gallon unit), the property is engineered for low-maintenance ownership. Residents enjoy unparalleled proximity to the Sunset Strip, world-class entertainment studios, and the premier job centers of Beverly Hills and Century City, making this a true trophy asset for any discerning portfolio.

Key facts

  • 0.39 acre lot
  • 32 parking spots
  • Pool

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 27 × 23-bed/31.0-bath units multifamily listed at $9.35M.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $24k ($289k/yr) — positive. Per door: $892/mo.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($101k rent vs $9.35M).
  • Recommended offer: $9.07M (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 9.4% vs local median 1.5% in West Hollywood — 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 70/100 on livability (#239 in CA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: schools A+, amenities A+, commute A+; Watch: health & safety C-, crime F, cost of living 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 soft (-1.5%/yr); 334 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 $101,335/mo this rent would consume 1263% of the median local household income ($96k/yr) (locally 5563% 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 $65k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $280k 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 49 days — a 3% lower offer ($9.07M) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 2 sale attempts since 28y 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 $1.25M; list at $9.35M implies a 647% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1959 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
  • Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→23/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $9,069,500 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 49 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% 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 1959 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
  7. 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?
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
1.08%
Cap rate
9.38%
Cash-on-cash
11.04%
DSCR
1.49
GRM
7.7

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$6,111,137
List price
$9,350,000
Delta
53.00%
Verdict
OVERPRICED
Comps
11 within 1.0 mi

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-3.0%
Equity multiple
0.89×
Total profit
$-281,917
Equity at exit
$1,394,115
10-year hold
IRR
3.4%
Equity multiple
1.22×
Total profit
$566,650
Equity at exit
$808,417

Cash invested: $2,618,000 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State California
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
AB1482 statewide rent cap (10% + CPI). Cities (SF/LA/Berkeley) layer stricter rules. Just-cause statewide.

ZIP-level market 90046

Rents YoY
-1.5%
Active inventory
334
Price-to-rent
207.6×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$101,335 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$49,032
Tax from tax record
$3,042 /mo · $36,505/yr
Insurance
$3,896
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$21,280
Net cashflow
$24,084

Break-even live

Break-even rent $70,849
Max offer price $9,350,000
Occupancy floor 71%

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

UnitsBedsBathsEst. rent
Total (27 units) $101,335

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
$2,337,500
Closing costs
$280,500
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 17 events

  1. 2026-06-18
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 49 DOM
  2. 2026-06-17
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 48 DOM
  3. 2026-06-16
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 47 DOM
  4. 2026-06-15
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 46 DOM
  5. 2026-06-13
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 44 DOM
  6. 2026-06-09
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 40 DOM
  7. 2026-06-08
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 39 DOM
  8. 2026-06-07
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 38 DOM
  9. 2026-06-04
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 35 DOM
  10. 2026-06-03
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 34 DOM
  11. 2026-06-02
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 33 DOM
  12. 2026-06-01
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 32 DOM
  13. 2026-05-31
    days on market $9,350,000 Active 31 DOM
  14. 2026-04-30
    listed $9,350,000 Active 1713-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1713 chars)

    Rarely does an investment opportunity of this caliber arise in the heart of West Hollywood, one of Los Angeles' most coveted rental submarkets. This impeccably maintained 27-unit complex offers a sophisticated blend of vintage architectural charm and modern infrastructure, perfectly positioned to capture the high-income demographics of this supply-constrained neighborhood. The property boasts a highly functional and balanced unit mix - comprising (4) studios, (19) one-bedrooms, and (4) two-bedrooms - ensuring consistent cash flow through a strategic combination of steady turnover and long-term stability. Units are thoughtfully appointed with engineered wood flooring, upgraded double-pane windows, and improved sliding doors; eleven units feature private balconies, while select residences offer upgraded HVAC systems, including central air or Mitsubishi mini-splits. Perhaps the most significant competitive advantage is the expansive parking, offering 28 spaces (32 total spots), a rare luxury that far exceeds local standards and simplifies urban living for residents. On-site amenities further elevate the tenant experience, including a refreshing pool, controlled access, and owner-owned laundry facilities providing an additional revenue stream of approximately $400 per month. With primarily copper plumbing, separately metered utilities, and a reliable water heating system (including a 2017-installed 100-gallon unit), the property is engineered for low-maintenance ownership. Residents enjoy unparalleled proximity to the Sunset Strip, world-class entertainment studios, and the premier job centers of Beverly Hills and Century City, making this a true trophy asset for any discerning portfolio.

  15. 1998-02-16
    historical
  16. 1998-01-16
    listed
  17. 1988-06-30
    soldstatus $1,251,500

ⓘ 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
$36,505 · $3,042/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$71,060 · $5,922/mo
Expected delta
+$34,555/yr (+$2,880/mo · 94.7%)

ⓘ 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 ≥88°F today · 23 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 5/10 Major 7 unhealthy d/yr today · 7 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$1,216,020
− Mortgage interest
−$523,745
− Property taxes
−$36,505
− Insurance
−$46,750
− Repairs & maintenance
−$97,282
− Management
−$97,282
− Depreciation
−$272,000
Taxable income
$142,456
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$34,189
After-tax cash flow
$254,822/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 — West Hollywood

Score
70/100
State rank
#239
US rank
#7852

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
West Hollywood, CA
County
Los Angeles County · 9,444,647 people
City population
20,961
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Population (ZIP)
48,296
Household income
$96,250
Rent vs Own
77.8% rent · 22.2% own
Severe rent burden
5563.0

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
Majority White (65%)
Race & ethnicity
White 65% Hispanic / Latino 16% Two or more races 13% Asian 7% Black 5%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 8% Puerto Rican 1%
Common ancestry
Scotch-Irish 6% Lithuanian 4% Romanian 4%
Foreign-born
26% · Canada, China, South Korea
Languages at home
71% English-only · Spanish 9% Russian/Polish/Slavic 8% Other Indo-European 3%

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
▼ -571.28%
Current HPI
365.8036
Rent YoY
▼ -1.48%
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

+647.1% since first listed
4 events — show timeline
  • 2026-04-30 Listed $9,350,000 TheMLS
  • 1998-02-16 Delisted TheMLS
  • 1998-01-16 Listed TheMLS
  • 1988-06-30 Sold (Public Records) $1,251,500 Public Records

Property tax history

+1.7%/yr

Latest (2025): $36,505 · +3.7% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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