Prime Development Opportunities: Active Land Listings & In Escrow Success

At Maher Commercial Realty, we specialize in unlocking the full potential of land across Los Angeles County. Our expertise in zoning analysis, density maximization, and development entitlements helps investors and developers transform properties into thriving residential and commercial projects. Below, explore our current active land listings and in escrow property that demonstrate the strong demand for well-positioned development sites.


🏗️ Active Development Opportunities

1. 2516-2524 W. Beverly Blvd | Montebello Mixed-Use Powerhouse

Price: $3,350,000 | 128-Unit Development Potential

  • Lot Size: 22,420 SF | Zoning: C-2 “Corridor” Designation
  • Current Improvements: 9,975 SF retail/warehouse (can be delivered vacant)
  • Development Potential: Up to 128 units as 100% affordable project
  • Location: Signalized intersection with 33,600 VPD
  • Parking: 24 spaces | Frontage: 250+ feet
  • Demographics: 96,000+ residents within 1 mile
  • Montebello 2040 General Plan: Allows 1-4 story buildings, 40-60 units/acre
  • Ideal For: Affordable housing developers, medical office users, or mixed-use projects

2. 1411-1415 W. Court Street | Echo Park 66-Unit Site

Price: $2,000,000 | Prime Infill Development

  • Lot Size: 12,042 SF | Zoning: CW (R4 base density)
  • Density Options:
    • 66 units via AB 1287 (100% density bonus)
    • 50 units via TOC Tier 1
    • No parking required (AB 2097)
  • Price per Door: $30,303 – Exceptional value for Echo Park area
  • Site Ready: All structures demolished, no tenant relocation required
  • Location: Walkable to Laveta Coffee, Butchr Bar, Strength Shoppe
  • Views: Hollywood Hills, Griffith Observatory, DTLA skyline

⚖️ In Escrow

3. 8553 West Knoll Drive | West Hollywood Luxury Townhomes

Price: $2,500,000 | Preliminarily Entitled Site

  • Lot Size: 7,705 SF (oversized for West Hollywood West)
  • Entitlement: 5 luxury townhomes approved
  • Unit Mix: 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms each (1,920-1,925 SF)
  • Features: Private rooftop terraces, on-grade garages (no subterranean parking)
  • Location: 2 blocks from Sunset Strip (Walk Score: 91)
  • Adjacent: Soho House, Nobu, Equinox, Trader Joe’s
  • Rare Find: Boutique project in supply-constrained, high-amenity corridor

Why Invest in LA Land Development?

  • Housing Crisis Demand: LA needs 500,000+ new units by 2030
  • Incentive Programs: TOC, ED1, and density bonuses accelerate approvals
  • Transit-Oriented Growth: Sites near transit see 20%+ premium values
  • Affordable Housing Incentives: 100% affordable projects qualify for ministerial approval

Development Potential Comparison

PropertyUnitsPrice/DoorZoningKey Advantage
2516 Beverly128$26,172C-2 CorridorAffordable Housing Focus
1411 Court St66$30,303CW/R4No Parking Required
8553 Knoll5$500,000R4-BLuxury End-User Product

Market Insights

  • Montebello Corridor: C2 zoned land appreciating 15% YoY with new General Plan
  • Echo Park: TOC Tier 1 sites trading at $40-50K/door with parking exemptions
  • West Hollywood: Luxury townhomes achieving $1,200-1,500/SF sale prices

Our Land Sales Expertise

We’ve successfully closed deals involving:

  • TOC Tier 1-4 density bonus applications
  • ED1 100% affordable housing projects
  • Luxury residential entitlements in supply-constrained markets
  • Mixed-use development site positioning

Free Development Analysis

Own land in Los Angeles County? We provide:

  • Complimentary zoning and density analysis
  • Pro forma development projections
  • Builder/developer matchmaking from our database of 5,000+ contacts

Take the Next Step

These properties represent exceptional opportunities in three distinct market segments—from affordable housing to luxury development.

Contact us today to schedule tours of our active listings or discuss off-market land acquisitions.


Key Investment Highlights

  1. Price Point Diversity: Opportunities from $2M to $3.35M
  2. Geographic Variety: Montebello to Echo Park to West Hollywood
  3. Product Diversity: Affordable housing to luxury townhomes
  4. Entitlement Status: From clean slate to preliminarily approved

Maher Commercial Realty: Your trusted partner in land development across Los Angeles County.

All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify all details.

Oron Maher

About the Author

Oron Maher

Founder & Broker-Director, Maher Commercial Realty

Oron Maher is the Founder and Broker-Director of Maher Commercial Realty, a Beverly Hills commercial real estate brokerage serving Greater Los Angeles and Southern California. A licensed California broker and attorney, he has completed more than $500 million in commercial transactions across multifamily, retail, office, industrial, and net lease, advising owners, investors, and institutions on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and investment strategy.

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