5218 Mount Helena Avenue, Eagle Rock, CA 90041

$1,249,000

Located in Eagle Rock, one of LA’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this charming 1914 Craftsman blends timeless character, thoughtful upgrades, & versatile living spaces. Set on a 5,747 square foot lot within the boundaries of highly rated Dahlia Heights Elementary School, the 3 bed, 2.5 bath home offers approximately 1,578 square… Read More feet of living space, plus multiple bonus areas ideal for guest quarters, offices, studios, or flex use. Updates include owned solar panels (2014), central HVAC (2013), dual pane windows, & wide plank engineered hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas & bedrooms. A classic covered front porch welcomes you into a spacious, light-filled living & dining area with recessed lighting & abundant windows. The kitchen stays true to the home’s vintage charm with original cabinetry, tile countertops, the original built-in range hood above the gas range, & the added convenience of a dishwasher. Just off the living area, the first bedroom connects to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom featuring built-in storage & hand painted flooring with a chic pattern that complements the home’s original style. The bathroom also connects to a 2nd bedroom accessible from both the hallway & living area. Privately positioned at the rear of the home, the primary suite features custom built-in storage with dual closets, integrated dresser drawers with bench seating beneath a large picture window overlooking the private backyard, & an en-suite bathroom updated with timeless finishes, including a custom hand-crafted vanity. The finished basement-level bonus room offers track lighting, built-in cabinetry with custom hand-painted artwork on each door, ample windows, & a separate side entrance ideal for a guest room, office, gym, studio, or possible rental space. The detached 2-car garage is complemented by another finished bonus area behind & below the garage with finished walls & ceilings, windows, extensive storage, & a converted sound booth perfect for a studio, workspace, yoga room, guest retreat, or additional storage. A separate utility room includes stackable laundry, wash basin, toilet & sink, plus a 40-gallon gas water heater replaced in July 2025. The private backyard features mature trees, a fenced lawn area, & raised garden beds with drip irrigation. Ideally located near Eagle Rock’s popular cafes, restaurants, boutiques, & hotspots along Colorado Boulevard, with easy access to Highland Park, Pasadena, Glendale, Downtown LA, & major freeways. Read Less

Property listed by Equity Union, Stephanie Vitacco 818-298-6458

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 13, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,578

Lot Size

0.13 Acres

Year Built

1914

MLS Number

SR26097650

Additional Details

Parking

DoorSingle, Driveway, 3 open parking spaces, 5 total parking spaces, Concrete, ElectricGate, GarageFacesFront, Garage, Gated, OffStreet, RvPotential, SeeRemarks, SideBySide, WorkshopInGarage

Property Access

Frontage Type: CityStreet, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, FreeStandingRange, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater, WaterHeater, Dryer, Washer

Building

Built in 1914, Living area: 1578.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: Front door, Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, WoodSiding

Community

Curbs, Sidewalks

Cooling

CentralAir, SeeRemarks, WallWindowUnits

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, FrontPorch, Open, Patio, Porch

Fence

ChainLink, Wood, WroughtIron

Fireplaces

None

Floors

Concrete, Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Foundation

Raised

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Central

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $0

Interior Features

BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, CrownMolding, RecessedLighting, Storage, TileCounters, TrackLighting, JackAndJillBath, PrimarySuite, Workshop

Laundry

WasherHookup, InGarage, LaundryRoom, Stacked

Lot

0.1319 acres, BackYard, DripIrrigationBubblers, SlopedDown, FrontYard, Garden, GentleSloping, Lawn, Yard

Pool

None

Property

RepairsCosmetic, Turnkey, Other structures: Storage, Workshop, TreesWoods

Sewer

PublicSewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 5691005025, Lot: 31

Utilities

Water Source: Public

Windows

DoublePaneWindows

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