The neighborhood isn't ideal for retail sales and the value wasn't there to repair the SFH.

I just purchased my first duplex in the Hawthorne Glen neighborhood (Hawley & Vliet) which which I will be owner occupying.

As well as on the financial sites there is alot of pumping style posts on here that have very little value.

Mark,You may find your best way to answer your question is by becoming a neighborhood expert.

Are properties in that price range selling quickly in that neighborhood?

There are some older neighborhoods where there may be some deals though.

I already know the neighborhoods and can count many people I could call if a given problem came up.Anyways, I thought I would introduce myself.

And critical one that should be considered by all at any experience level.I believe in becoming a neighborhood expert prior to any purchase consideration.My mentors and experience have taught me to conduct thorough research and know more about the property, neighborhood, and target market prior to any purchase consideration.

The seller or real estate agent may know something you are overlooking.One this is for sure, if you do not know more about the properties, neighborhood, and target market than anyone (including the seller); and be accurate in predicting the realistic future that is not based upon any blue sky assumptions, this could become much more of a challenge than a reward.Best of luck.

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Los-Angeles/3170-Farnsworth-Ave-90032/home/6952924This is a 5 bedroom newly remodeled duplex in a quiet neighborhood with laundry hookups in both units.