1271 W 81st Street
Los Angeles, CA, 90044
$799,000
Original list price: $815,000
MLS: 26862027
Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,384
Lot
0.09 ac
Year Built
1936
MLS #
26862027
Days on Market
95
Listed
Jul 20, 2026
Description
PRICE IMPORVEMENT FOR MOTIVATED SALE. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! House is LARGER then noted online and tax record. Home is approximately 1384 sq. ft. This home is beautiful. Tastefully remodeled and updated. Not overdone so you can still add your own style. Home utilizes open space well. Higher than normal ceilings throughout. House is very clean and ready for move in! Home larger than most 2 bd. 1 ba. in area. Located in highly sought out section of Vermont Knolls. Beautiful home located in a nice private end section. Adjoining Manchester Square area. This home is a generous 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath with contemporary updates for today's family or work balance lifestyle. Interior space has great floor plan for living areas and sleep separation for multi residents and family. Spacious 2-bedroom home offers an open, floor plan ideal for entertaining, family gatherings, and work-from-home living. The home features a formal dining room, an inviting living room with gorgeous original wood-burning fireplace, and large windows that fills the space with natural light and fresh air. Beautiful crown moldings, architectural details, and distinctive high-quality burlwood-style doors throughout add warmth and character in a modern home. In addition to the two bedrooms, there are two bonus rooms, offering creativity for an office, den, receiving room, or potentially an additional bedroom space, 2 story suite or junior bedroom with minimal modification. Additional highlights includes new fresh white painted interior, newer kitchen and laundry appliances and flooring, an interior laundry room, ample parking for approximately 5 cars, plus a detached 2-car garage with potential ADU buildout. The backyard and adjoining carport offer added privacy from neighboring properties, and the carport area was recently reglazed for new owners. Home is ready to move in for short escrow. Conveniently located near schools, parks, places of worship, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. This home is a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking space, character, flexibility, and a strong sense of community in the desirable Vermont Knolls area of Los Angeles.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90044
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Jessica Russell · eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
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Payment estimate
$6,333
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $79,900 · Loan: $719,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.24% as of Oct 29, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $4,901
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $832
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $300
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 29, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.24%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.60%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Los Angeles home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $27,965 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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