Downtown L.A. (C42) Land for Sale

Downtown L.A. (C42) Land for Sale

Welcome to the vibrant heart of Downtown Los Angeles (C42), where the pulse of the city beats with energy and excitement! This dynamic region, nestled in the iconic city of Los Angeles, CA, is a melting pot of culture, innovation, and opportunity. With its stunning skyline, historic architecture, and a blend of modern amenities, Downtown L.A. is a sought-after destination for both residents and investors alike.

Imagine owning a piece of this bustling metropolis with the incredible land for sale right in the heart of it all. This prime real estate offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop your vision in one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the country. Whether you're looking to build residential units, commercial spaces, or mixed-use developments, the potential is limitless in this thriving locale.

Downtown L.A. boasts a rich tapestry of experiences, from world-class dining and shopping to cultural hotspots like the Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Broad Museum. With easy access to public transportation, including the Metro system, commuting is a breeze, making it an ideal location for professionals and families alike.

As you explore the possibilities of land ownership in Downtown L.A., envision a lifestyle filled with art, entertainment, and community engagement. This is more than just a location; it’s an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, evolving city. Don’t miss your chance to invest in the future of Los Angeles—where your dreams can take root and flourish!

Newest Downtown L.A. (C42) Land for Sale

1725 E Florence Avenue, Los Angeles
$1
26102603 MLS ⋅ Active Status
*CALL FOR OFFERS* || Kidder Mathews is pleased to present 1725 E Florence Avenue, a vacant multifamily development site situated in the unincorporated community of Florence-Graham in South Los Angeles, governed by Los Angeles County rather than the City of Los Angeles. The site is currently vacant and ready for development, positioned within a community that Los Angeles County has actively prioritized for housing production through its Housing Element and Metro Area Plan, reflecting a supportive regulatory environment for new multifamily development. || The property sits directly adjacent to the Metro A Line Florence Station, one of the original light rail stations on the A Line connecting Downtown Los Angeles to Long Beach. The Florence corridor has attracted meaningful transit-oriented investment in recent years, with multiple affordable and mixed-income housing developments underway in close proximity, reflecting growing institutional and public sector confidence in the submarket. Florence-Graham is one of the densest communities in Los Angeles County, home to over 60,000 residents across just 3.5 square miles, underscoring the depth of housing demand in the immediate area. || *As an unincorporated LA County site, the project falls outside the City of Los Angeles, meaning Measure ULA does not apply and new construction is exempt from the County's Rent Stabilization Ordinance, providing full flexibility on rents at delivery and through lease-up.* || The site has received RTI approval for a 135-unit multifamily development inclusive of a leasing office, with no minimum parking requirement, meaning all discretionary entitlement hurdles have been cleared and a developer can proceed directly to permit issuance and construction. This eliminates the entitlement timeline that commonly adds significant time and cost to a development project in Los Angeles. The property falls within the Florence-Firestone Transit Oriented District Specific Plan, a framework adopted by the LA County Board of Supervisors in 2023 specifically to encourage multifamily and mixed- use development within a half-mile radius of the A Line's Florence, Slauson, and Firestone stations. The site also sits within the Metro Area Plan coverage area, LA County's long-range planning document adopted in 2024 that streamlines land use regulations across seven unincorporated communities to support housing production and transit-oriented growth. The combination of a clear entitlement path, transit adjacency, and a supportive planning framework makes this a compelling opportunity for a developer ready to execute.

1725 E Florence Avenue, Los Angeles
4159 S Central Avenue, Los Angeles
$1,160,000
26998135 MLS ⋅ Active Status
We are pleased to present a 46-unit development opportunity, fully RTI at 4159 S Central Avenue. Currently sitting as a vacant mixed-use building on a 7,598 SF lot, the site is RTI for forty-six (46) units across four (4) stories, or 49ft. The unit mix consists of two (2) studio / one-bathroom units and forty-four (44) one-bedroom / one-bathroom units. Entitled under ED1 (100% affordable), the site has a mix of 80% low income units under schedule 9, and 20% moderate income units under schedule 6 (with exception of one manager unit at market rate). The project delivers approximately 21,520 SF of GBA and 5,914 SF of net livable area. The existing structure consists of 4,892 SF of vacant mixed-use space. For value-add investors and owner-users alike this creates an alternate opportunity to capitalize on the existing space while adding square footage to the building. Situated in a solid South-Central location, this offering presents a good opportunity for any developer to capitalize on a high-density and cost efficient multifamily project in a corridor with an active pipeline of proposed affordable and mixed-use projects and a 71%+ renter-occupied housing base.

4159 S Central Avenue, Los Angeles
1249 W 2nd Street, Los Angeles
$620,000
26961157 MLS ⋅ Active Status
**DEVELOPER OPPORTUNITY** Centrally located near Downtown LA, Zoned LACW C2(CW)-U/3 and located within TOC Tier 3, the property may offer development, commercial, Live/work, or business-front potential. Property is situated around the corner from the Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles and one block from Vista Hermosa Park, with convenient access to Downtown and 110Fwy. Currently an income-producing duplex and additional revenue from billboard sign located on the lot. The billboard agreement is month-to-month, providing a new owner with the flexibility to remove the signage, if they choose to develop the property.

1249 W 2nd Street, Los Angeles
3042 Royal Street, Los Angeles
$1,395,000
26876337 MLS ⋅ Active Status
We are pleased to present 3042 Royal St., an exceptional development opportunity in one of the most sought-after pockets of the USC student housing market, just steps from USC Village and the University of Southern California. Situated on a 5,424 SF lot with valuable alley access, the property offers a rare combination of location, zoning, and development flexibility. Located in an area where well-designed student housing can command premier rents, the property offers developers multiple potential paths to maximize the site. LAR3-zoned development sites are extremely rare within the USC student housing submarket, making the property particularly attractive for developers seeking density in a highly constrained location. The property allows for up to 6 units by right plus ADUs and is also located within a TOC Tier 3 designation, providing the potential for up to 12 TOC units plus ADUs, subject to buyer verification. Importantly, the property has been vacant for more than five years, potentially allowing a developer to redevelop the site without replacement affordable housing requirements and pursue a fully market-rate student housing project, subject to buyer verification. Alternatively, a buyer may explore renovating and expanding the existing approximately 1,566 SF structure, creating additional density while preserving and enhancing the existing improvements. With strong housing demand driven by USC, the potential to achieve premier student housing rents, LAR3 zoning, TOC Tier 3 incentives, alley access, and multiple redevelopment strategies, 3042 Royal St. represents a compelling opportunity to develop or reposition a property in the heart of the USC student housing market.

3042 Royal Street, Los Angeles
3015 Shrine Place, Los Angeles
$2,395,000
26876253 MLS ⋅ Active Status
We are pleased to present 3015 Shrine Pl., a premier development opportunity located in the heart of the USC student housing market, just moments from USC Village and the University of Southern California. Positioned on an expansive 10,071 SF lot with alley access, the property offers developers a rare chance to acquire a large LAR3-zoned site with multiple redevelopment strategies in one of the most supply-constrained areas surrounding USC. The property's LAR3 zoning allows for up to 12 units by right plus ADUs, while its TOC Tier 3 designation provides the potential for up to 23 TOC units, subject to buyer verification. LAR3 development sites of this scale are extremely difficult to find within the USC student housing submarket, creating an attractive opportunity for a developer seeking to build a higher-density project capable of commanding premier student housing rents. At approximately $238 per land square foot, the property offers an attractive entry basis for a large, premium LAR3-zoned development site with TOC Tier 3 incentives in the USC student housing market. Another key advantage is the property's occupancy history. 3015 Shrine Pl. is currently vacant and has not been rented at any point during the past five years, potentially providing a path to redevelopment without replacement affordable housing requirements and allowing for a fully market-rate student housing project, subject to buyer verification. For buyers looking to pursue an alternative strategy, the existing approximately 1,988 SF structure may also provide an opportunity for renovation, expansion, and the addition of further density while retaining the existing improvements. With its substantial lot size, LAR3 zoning, TOC Tier 3 incentives, alley access, favorable vacancy history, compelling land basis, and proximity to USC, 3015 Shrine Pl. offers a unique opportunity to create a significant student housing project in one of the strongest rental pockets surrounding the University.

3015 Shrine Place, Los Angeles
3900 Whittier, Los Angeles
$1,488,800
WS26161443 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Rare opportunity to acquire a vacant corner lot located at the highly visible intersection of Whittier Boulevard and Ditman Street in Los Angeles. Situated in a vibrant and established community, this property benefits from heavy traffic exposure along Whittier Boulevard and is surrounded by numerous retail businesses, restaurants, and residential neighborhoods. The Ditman Street side of the property faces a beautiful public park, providing a unique setting with steady pedestrian activity as families, adults, and children gather for recreation, sports, and evening activities. This exceptional location offers both strong visibility and community appeal. The property offers flexible potential for a variety of commercial, service, and mixed-use development opportunities, including retails, storefronts, office/showroom combinations, small-scale manufacturing, warehousing, storage buildings, and other commercial uses. With excellent frontage, convenient access, and a strong surrounding market, this site is ideal for developers, investors, and business owners seeking a strategic location in Los Angeles. Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to secure a valuable development site in one of East Los Angeles’ most active commercial corridors!

3900 Whittier, Los Angeles
1247 W 7th, Los Angeles
$17,500,000
TR26134876 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Exceptional DTLA Development Opportunity! Rare offering of two contiguous parcels totaling approximately 45,041 square feet in the highly sought-after Central City West / Westlake area of Downtown Los Angeles. APNs: 5143-020-013 and 5143-020-020. Located in one of Los Angeles' fastest-growing urban neighborhoods, this premier site offers tremendous potential for future mixed-use or residential redevelopment. The property previously underwent an extensive planning and design process, and conceptual plans for a high-rise mixed-use residential project are available for review. While prior approvals have expired, the existing studies and plans may provide valuable insight for developers pursuing a new entitlement process. Ideally situated near LA Live, Crypto.com Arena, the Financial District, major employment centers, dining, entertainment, and public transportation, the location boasts a Walk Score of 93 ("Walker's Paradise") and Transit Score of 95 ("Rider's Paradise"). Surrounded by ongoing redevelopment and new construction, this is a unique opportunity to secure a sizeable development site in the heart of DTLA.

1247 W 7th, Los Angeles
710 E Florence, Los Angeles
$519,000
DW26129083 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Vacant Lot perfect for some one who wants to build & run He's own business or can be rented as parking lot on a very busy street, in Florence Ave. Between Mckinley Ave & Stanford Ave, Zoning LACM.. Lot has been used as a parking for cars dealership .

710 E Florence, Los Angeles
125 E Florence Avenue, Los Angeles
$3,990,000
26840077 MLS ⋅ Active Status
This offering includes a total of 6 parcels (APNs: 6011-007-040, 041, 042, 043, 053, and 054) with approximately 29,187 SF of land and 8,688 SF of buildings, including a 6,188 SF main building built in 1995 and a 2,500 SF second building built in 1986. The property has operated continuously for over 40 years and is a well-known, trusted name within the local automotive industry, with established relationships with repair shops and repeat customers. Located in a prime Los Angeles automotive corridor, the property offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-user, investor, or potential redevelopment buyer to continue the existing operation or reposition the site. The business and real estate are being offered together at $6 million, with the business and inventory estimated at over $4 million and the real estate valued $4 million separately.

125 E Florence Avenue, Los Angeles
5965 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles
$675,000
26830509 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Prime LAC2 zoned land in the City of Los Angeles an excellent opportunity for developers, investors, or business owners. This 7,000 SQFT lot offers the flexibility to build commercial property, storefront units, or a mixed use concept (buyer to verify). Conveniently located just off the 110 Freeway on Slauson Avenue. Positioned within 15 minutes of Downtown LA, SoFi Stadium, and the Intuit Dome, the location delivers strong traffic, growth potential, and long term value.

5965 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles
142 E Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles
$700,000
26798011 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Plans and permits have been already paid and pulled and will be delivered to buyer at close of escrow.

142 E Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles
744 S Carondelet Street, Los Angeles
$975,000
26698779 MLS ⋅ Active Status
$325,000 Price Reduction. Onwner Purchased for 1.3 Million. 7,500 sq. ft. parking lot with excellent development potential. Some of the most valuable aspects of the site include its SB8 status, 50 feet of frontage with alley access, location in a Qualified Opportunity Zone, and the fact that there is no need for structure demolition or tenant relocation. The lot can be a possible covered land play by using the lot for parking, which is gated and fenced. The lot also has a Tier 3 TOC designation with a 95 walkscore. The owner has done all the work to prepare a buildable lot. The property is located in the 90057 area code, which is very close to DTLA, K-Town, and Echo Park. In the near vicinity, there are many new developments helping with the rapid gentrification of the area that has seen a 97% increase in median value from 2015 to 2025. With a walkscore of 95, the site allows future tenants the ability to complete most shopping and entertainment tasks on foot.

744 S Carondelet Street, Los Angeles
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