523 N Lake, Los Angeles, CA 90026

• 2,618 sqft

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own a character-rich 1912 Craftsman duplex in the heart of Echo Park, just moments from Sunset Boulevard and with views toward the Downtown Los Angeles skyline. From the moment you arrive, the property feels distinctly LA, with mature landscaping, original architectural details, and the kind of warmth and personality that newer construction simply can’t replicate. Inside, both units retain beautiful period character, including hardwood floors, dark wood trim, built-ins, beamed ceilings, and original-style windows that bring in natural light and frame the surrounding neighborhood. The larger unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with the second bedroom located upstairs alongside an adjoining office and half bath, creating a flexible space for working from home, guests, or a private retreat. The second unit features 1 bedroom and 1 bath, with comfortable, well-proportioned living spaces. Set on an approximately 8,400-square-foot LARD2 lot, the property offers something increasingly hard to find in central Los Angeles: meaningful outdoor space. The expansive yard is surrounded by mature trees and landscaping, with room to garden, gather, relax, or simply enjoy a sense of openness that feels unusual for the neighborhood. From the lot, you can take in views toward the Downtown Los Angeles skyline, adding to the property’s unique sense of place. A detached two-car garage, currently used as shared tenant storage, provides additional utility, along with gated driveway space. Both units have laundry access, including one in-unit laundry area and a separate laundry area serving the second unit. The location puts you close to the restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and neighborhood favorites that make Echo Park and Sunset Boulevard so desirable, while also offering convenient access to Downtown Los Angeles, Silver Lake, and surrounding Eastside neighborhoods. Sold tenant-occupied, this is a compelling opportunity for a buyer seeking a distinctive income property with original Craftsman character, a substantial lot, city views, and a prime Echo Park location.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 2, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 22, 2026 at 9:16PM

Listing Office:

eXp Realty of Southern California : 888-294-1415

Listing Agent:

Gillian Ninan : 888-294-1415

Contact:

415-846-9494

MLS ID:

IG26191640

Interior

• General: Beamed CeilingsBuilt-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)
• Laundry: Common AreaInsideLaundry Room
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: None
• Heating: Floor Furnace

Exterior

• Style: Craftsman
• Pool: None
• Parking: GarageGatedOn StreetParking spaces: 4

Construction

• General: 2Raised

Location

• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: CRMLS_CRM
• County: Los Angeles

Lot

• Zoning: 5402040011
• View: City LightsNeighborhoodView
• Fencing: Block

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: CRMLS_CRM
• Exclusions: Tenant-owned refrigeratorswashers and dryers excluded from sale.