1842 W 42nd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90062
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Melanie Tielmann · CRMLS
MLS # 26987395 · Last checked Oct 21, 2026 04:21 UTC
About this property
Welcome to this beautifully updated Craftsman home, where timeless character meets modern comfort. The bright and inviting living room flows seamlessly into the dining area, creating an open, warm layout that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features elegant Carrara marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious walk-in pantry, offering both style and functionality. Just beyond, the generous family/flex room is anchored by a cozy fireplace, providing endless possibilities as a media room, home office, gym, creative space, or gathering area. The main level includes two well-appointed bedrooms connected by a beautifully renovated bathroom. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with an ensuite bathroom and two oversized closets providing exceptional storage. Outside, you'll find a private backyard, complete with drought-tolerant landscaping and a welcoming fire pit, an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. The thoughtfully landscaped front yard is complemented by a brand-new irrigation system, while the improved concrete driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles. Recent upgrades offer added peace of mind, including a new roof as well as a new electrical panel installed in 2023, recently serviced central HVAC, copper plumbing, upgraded attic insulation, and numerous enhancements throughout.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26987395
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 2,136 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.132 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1920
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 29
Building
- Year built
- 1920
- Architectural style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Family Room, Living Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Decorative, Family Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Door Single, Driveway, Garage
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,099,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,099,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:56 | $1,099,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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