About 1523 Cortez Street
Opportunity is knocking in prime 90026. Perched above the street just minutes from Echo Park Lake, this single-family home offers strong upside for investors, builders, or savvy end-users looking to create value. Situated on a generously sized lot with elevated positioning and potential DTLA skyline views (with tree trimming), the property presents a rare chance to secure the lowest-priced single-family home currently on the market in the zip code. Street parking only. Ideal for renovation, repositioning, or long-term hold in one of LA’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Features of 1523 Cortez Street
| MLS® # | DW26032756 |
|---|---|
| Price | $499,000 |
| Sold Price | $500,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 491 |
| Lot Sqft | 4,771 |
| Acres | 0.11 |
| Year Built | 1921 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 1523 Cortez Street |
|---|---|
| Area | C21 - Silver Lake - Echo Park |
| City | Los Angeles |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Zip Code | 90026 |
Amenities
| View | City Lights |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | No |
| Fireplaces | None |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Lot Description | ZeroToOneUnitAcre |
|---|
School Information
| District | Los Angeles Unified |
|---|
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 12th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | April 15th, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 29 |
| Zoning | LACW |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Melanie Guillen |
|---|---|
| Office | Keller Williams Realty |