For Just $250,000, The "Troll Apartment" Can Be Yours | 1340 E Main St.

For Just $250,000, The “Troll Apartment” Can Be Yours | 1340 E Main St.

Housing does not come cheap in Los Angeles. But if you are willing to live somewhat like a troll, there might be something available for you in Alhambra. Nicknamed “The Troll Apartment” by Los Angeles Times reporter Noah Goldberg, this one-bedroom fixer-upper on East Main Street in Downtown Alhambra is located under a bridge, within walking distance to great restaurants and shops.

Built in 1949, this 450-square-foot apartment has some captivating features to offer. Picture yourself on the terrace, overlooking a peaceful stream, or relaxing on the rooftop patio adjacent to a road bridge, separated only by a charming fence. It’s an opportunity to infuse your living space with character and embrace a distinctive lifestyle.

Priced at $250,000, this dwelling is a steal compared to the average sale price of existing single-family houses in Southern California, which hovers around $785,000. In the Alhambra neighborhood, one-bedroom homes typically command a price tag of approximately $350,000. The strategic pricing just under $250,000 aims to generate interest, despite the absence of a dedicated parking spot.

Before you get too excited, there’s a slight hitch to address. While homeowners typically own the land beneath their houses, the bridge is likely public property. However, the listing agent is diligently working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to resolve any potential property issues. They aim to ensure a smooth and seamless transaction for the future owner.

If you’re tired of mundane, cookie-cutter homes and yearn for a living space that sparks conversation, the bridge house in Alhambra awaits your attention.

It’s a chance to make a statement and live in a space unlike any other. Not only will you have a distinct and captivating abode, but you’ll also enjoy the satisfaction of significant cost savings compared to conventional options in the area.

The Bridge House, or Troll Apartment, offers an unconventional way of city living.

Los Angeles is known for its expensive housing market and often leaves potential buyers searching for affordable options. The next buyer of this unique property must be willing to think outside the box and explore unconventional living. Within a short stroll, you’ll find a delightful Vietnamese restaurant and a trendy hair salon. With soaring housing prices in Southern California, many buyers are forced to compromise on location or settle for tiny properties near their workplaces, but the bridge house offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to live waterfront (or water-top?) for a mere quarter million.

I would love to give you a tour of The Troll Apartment in Alhambra. Call me today at (323) 697-3040 or email me at jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com.

Listing provided courtesy of Douglas Lee, Compass.

Jacqueline Tager | DRE# 1476997
jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com | (323) 697-3040
Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage
1801 N Hillhurst Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90027