5051 Buchanan Street, Los Angeles 90042

$1,250,000

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3

Beds

1

Bath

1,427

Square feet

5,401

Lot Size

About 5051 Buchanan Street

Built in 1923, this California bungalow celebrates its history while embracing modern life. Original hardwood floors and period details set the stage, while an open layout connects seamlessly to a stainless-steel kitchen with farmhouse sink and subway tile. The bath balances vintage charm, original tile and built-in's with crisp white hex tile and a chic mirror. But 5051 Buchanan isn't just a home and asset, it's a whole lifestyle. With three bedrooms, light-filled living spaces, and a backyard retreat shaded by a mature tree and anchored by a patio and lime tree, the home flexes to fit your needs. Afternoons turn into al fresco dinners, weekends into gatherings, and there's even room for a pool, swing sets, garden boxes or dog heaven. The design extends beyond the main house: a finished detached garage with HVAC and glass sliders invites reinvention: music studio, art lab, home office, gym, or income-producing ADU? It's architecture that evolves with you. And the setting? Think NYC's East Village energy meets L.A.'s sunshine. London grit and charm meets California ease. Seattle in the '90s, when the music scene made every night electric, creatives with kids, diversity, community - that's today's Highland Park. Steps from York Boulevards' restaurants, cafes, York Park, Bob Baker's, venues and bars (WalkScore 90), you can live car-lite or car free and own your own creative sanctuary. This is the best of New York and Los Angeles combined - urban energy, neighborhood soul, and a home with enduring character that will fit your needs for decades to come.

Features of 5051 Buchanan Street

MLS® # 25593323
Price $895,000
Sold Price $1,250,000
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1.00
Full Baths 1
Square Footage 1,427
Lot Sqft 5,401
Acres 0.12
Year Built 1923
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Style Bungalow
Status Closed

Community Information

Address 5051 Buchanan Street
Area 632 - Highland Park
City Los Angeles
County Los Angeles
Zip Code 90042

Amenities

Parking Spaces 1
Parking Converted Garage, Driveway, Driveway Down Slope From Street
Garages Converted Garage, Driveway, Driveway Down Slope From Street
View None
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Heating Central, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Basement No
Fireplace No
Fireplaces None
# of Stories 1
Stories One

School Information

District Los Angeles Unified

Additional Information

Date Listed September 16th, 2025
Date Sold October 24th, 2025
Days on Market 13
Zoning LAR1
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

AgentCari Field
OfficeColdwell Banker Realty

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