Maher Commercial Realty specializes in selling development sites across Los Angeles County, leveraging our expertise in zoning, entitlements, and density maximization. Below, explore three exceptional land opportunities—each offering shovel-ready potential, attractive pricing per door, and prime locations in LA’s most dynamic neighborhoods.


1. 3641 Motor Ave – Palms’ Flexible 30-Unit or 63-Unit Site (Motivated Seller)

Price: $2,995,000 | Lot Size: 7,499 SF | Zoning: C2-1 TOC Tier 3

  • Dual-Path Opportunity:
    • Build 30 units now (permits pulled, $200K fee savings)
    • Expand to 63 units via CHIP OC-3 density bonus
  • Price per Door: $47,539 (below West LA comps)
  • Location: 0.5 miles to Palms Metro Station, near Helms Bakery District
  • Key Perk: Includes ground-floor retail space and rooftop common area

2. 1411-1415 W. Court St – Echo Park Adjacent (Price Reduced to $2,000,000)

Price: $2,000,000 | Lot Size: 12,042 SF | Zoning: LACW (R4 base)

  • Density Options:
    • 66 units (AB 1287)
    • 50 units (TOC Tier 1)
    • No parking required (AB 2097)
  • Price per Door: $30,303 (best-in-class for Echo Park)
  • Views: Hollywood Hills, DTLA skyline
  • Key Advantage: No demolition – site cleared and ready for development

3. 9825 S. Broadway – South LA Affordable Housing Play

Price: $795,000 | Lot Size: 11,064 SF | Zoning: C2-1VL-CPIO TOC Tier 3

  • Density Potential:
    • 56 units (CHIP)
    • 48 units (TOC Tier 3)
    • 46 units (ED1 100% affordable)
  • Price per Door: $14,196 – Lowest in LA County
  • Near: Green Meadows Recreation Center
  • Ideal For: Developers utilizing state/funding incentives

Why These Properties?

  • Approval Speed:
    • 3641 Motor Ave: Permits already pulled
    • 1411 Court St: No CEQA review needed for TOC projects
  • Affordable Housing Incentives:
    • 9825 S. Broadway qualifies for 9% tax credits
    • 1411 Court St’s AB 1287 bonus doubles base density
  • Transit-Oriented: All sites are <0.5 miles from Metro stations

Market Insights

  • Westside Demand: Palms/Culver City rents up 7% YoY (CoStar)
  • Echo Park Premium: TOC Tier 1 sites trade at $50K/door premiums
  • South LA Growth: ED1 projects see 12%+ IRR (JLL)

How We Add Value

  1. Zoning Optimization: Secured 66-unit potential at 1411 Court St via AB 1287
  2. Cost Savings: 3641 Motor Ave’s pre-pulled permits save $200K+
  3. Buyer Matchmaking: Our database includes 5,000+ affordable housing developers

Take the Next Step

Contact Maher Commercial Realty today—LA’s trusted experts in development site sales.