3827 Olmsted Avenue
Los Angeles, CA, 90008
$1,196,000
MLS: 26865965
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,463
Lot
0.14 ac
Year Built
1939
MLS #
26865965
Days on Market
5
Listed
Aug 20, 2026
Description
Welcome to this charming Spanish-style retreat in the heart of Leimert Park, where timeless character meets thoughtful updates and inviting indoor-outdoor living. From the red tile roof, graceful arches and welcoming front porch to the beautifully landscaped grounds, this home is full of warmth and personality. Inside, the spacious living room features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a large picture window and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with a gas line. The home offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a primary suite with a full bath, a secondary bedroom with an attached half bath and a full hallway bath. The dining area sits just off the kitchen and includes a charming island perfect for casual meals and conversation. A nicely finished garage offers flexible space for a gym, office, creative studio or hangout area, with the mounted televisions included in the sale. Enjoy beautifully landscaped front and back yards, a backyard firepit, central air and heat, a tankless water heater, updated plumbing and an updated sewer line. The wide, extended driveway offers generous parking and may accommodate an RV. Located on a quiet street near Leimert Park Village, the Metro K Line, Kenneth Hahn park, local dining and culture, and the upcoming Costco development, this sweet Spanish home offers comfort, charm and convenience in one of Los Angeles' most beloved communities. Don't just admire it, come experience it. Schedule your private showing and take the next step toward calling this special Leimert Park retreat home.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90008
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Obie Nwabuzor · Compass
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$8,904
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $119,600 · Loan: $1,076,400
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.65% as of Aug 20, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $6,910
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,246
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $449
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 20, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.65%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.95%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
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 $41,860 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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