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$14,500 / Month

521 N Formosa Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90036

Today

323-447-7331

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

5
Square Feet

2,724 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Detached Guest House
Heated In Ground Pool
In Ground Spa
Living Room with Fireplace
Wood Flooring
Spanish Architecture

521 N Formosa Ave

About This Home

$29,000 deposit, Available Now

Elegantly transformed and rich in character, this gated single-story Spanish residence blends classic 1920s architecture with finely crafted modern updates. The main house offers 3 bed and 3.5 bath, while the newly built ADU includes outdoor kitchen, 1 bed (no closet) and 1 bath - perfect for guests, a gym, or home office. Behind the gates, a beautifully landscaped front courtyard with a fire feature sets the tone for the warm welcome. The light-filled living room features soaring beamed ceilings and a dramatic fireplace, flowing into a generous dining room and marble-clad chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and built-in breakfast nook. The spacious primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, designer bath, and glass doors opening to the private backyard with new ficus hedges, swimmer's pool, jacuzzi, and waterfall. Premium finishes include wide-plank hardwood floors, tall interior doors, surround sound, security system with CCTV, and sleek fixtures throughout. The ADU features a luxe outdoor kitchen, bar area, and a rooftop deck with views of the Hollywood Sign. Home was completely remodeled in 2022. 521 N Formosa Ave is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today. Minimum 14 mo lease. Property is also listed for sale. MLS# 25572963

521 N Formosa Ave is a house located in Los Angeles County and the 90036 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Los Angeles Unified attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1925

Additional Homes

Detached Guest House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

4.5 Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Home Design

Spanish Architecture

Interior Spaces

Living Room with Fireplace Wood Flooring Built-In Features Dining Room Ceiling Fan 2,724 Sq Ft Home 1-Story Property

Kitchen

Breakfast Area or Nook Oven or Range Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $29,000 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 5525-023-008 Tenant pays for gas, cable TV, electricity, water, trash collection

Lot Details

6,162 Sq Ft Lot No Common Walls Lot Dimensions are 40x154 Property is zoned LAR1

Outdoor Features

Open Patio

Parking

2 Open Parking Spaces Driveway 2 Parking Spaces

Pool

Heated In Ground Pool In Ground Spa

Utilities

Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Pet policies are negotiable.

Contact

Listed by Basya Gradon | Compass
Phone Number
Contact
Source

MLS(TM)/CLAW

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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookup
Ceiling Fans
Dishwasher

Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator

Hardwood Floors
Dining Room
Views

Neighborhood

Melrose community holds something very near and dear to Los Angeles: Melrose Avenue. It’s one of LA’s trendiest shopping districts, home to a number of luxury boutiques, gourmet establishments, and nightclubs.

Often featured in films and television shows, Melrose rose to fame with the 1990s drama Melrose Place. In addition to being fashionable and cutting-edge, Melrose is the home to Fairfax High School as well as the Laurel Span School.

It’s one of the most pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods out there – wouldn’t you love to rent a Melrose apartment? You’re almost guaranteed to spot a celebrity, especially at iconic Pink’s Hot Dogs or the Nightingdale Plaza.

Learn more about living in Melrose

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Musicians Institute	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Los Angeles Film School	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
City College	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi
Southwestern Law School	Drive:	9 min	4.6 mi

521 N Formosa Ave is within 4 minutes or 2.0 miles from Musicians Institute. It is also near Los Angeles Film School and City College.

Schools

Metro Charter Elementary

Charter Elementary School

Grades K-5

75 Students

Nearby

Laurel Elementary

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades K-8

238 Students

Attendance Zone

Fairfax Senior High

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1,632 Students

Attendance Zone

Yeshiva Rav Isacsohn / Torath Em

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

942 Students

Nearby

Yeshova Rav Isacson School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

Nearby

Bnos Devorah High School

Private High School

Grades 9-11

21 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Los Angeles include Hollywood/Highland Station, located 1.9 miles from 521 N Formosa Ave. 521 N Formosa Ave is near Bob Hope, located 10.3 miles or 20 minutes away, and Los Angeles International, located 11.8 miles or 24 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Hollywood/Highland Station	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Hollywood/Vine Station	Drive:	5 min	2.6 mi
Wilshire/Western Station	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Hollywood/Western Station	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
Wilshire/Normandie Station	Drive:	7 min	3.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Los Angeles	Drive:	13 min	7.1 mi
Union Station	Drive:	15 min	7.3 mi
Glendale	Drive:	14 min	7.8 mi
Downtown Burbank	Drive:	16 min	8.2 mi
Burbank-Bob Hope Airport	Drive:	18 min	9.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Bob Hope	Drive:	20 min	10.3 mi
Los Angeles International	Drive:	24 min	11.8 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Good Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 521 N Formosa Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Beverly Place Shopping Center	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
District La Brea	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
935 Sycamore	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi

521 N Formosa Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
La Brea Tar Pits	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
Runyon Canyon	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Zimmer Children's Museum	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Bird Sanctuary	Drive:	13 min	5.7 mi
Griffith Observatory	Drive:	16 min	6.9 mi

521 N Formosa Ave has 5 parks within 6.9 miles, including La Brea Tar Pits, Runyon Canyon, and Zimmer Children's Museum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Southern California Hospital at Hollywood	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi
Olympia Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi

521 N Formosa Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Southern California Hospital at Hollywood which is 2.3 miles away and a 5 minute drive.