440 W Milford St is a 12-unit courtyard-style multifamily property located less than 1 mile from Downtown Glendale and directly across from Columbus Elementary School. The immediate streetscape is defined by single-family homes and smaller apartment buildings rather than higher-density product concentrated closer to Brand Blvd.

Built in 1979, 440 W Milford St sits on a 14,554 SF double lot zoned GLR4. Parcels of this size within walking distance of Downtown Glendale are increasingly limited, particularly in residential pockets that remain insulated from major arterial traffic. The two-story configuration is organized around an interior open-air courtyard, separating units from the street and reinforcing a residential scale that aligns with the surrounding neighborhood.

A Downtown Glendale Corridor With Residential Stability

440 W Milford St is located approximately 0.8 miles from The Americana at Brand, the Glendale Galleria, and the Brand Blvd retail corridor. Downtown Glendale functions as one of Los Angeles County’s more employment-driven rental nodes, supported by corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and established retail density.

Unlike properties positioned directly on commercial corridors, this location combines proximity to Downtown employment with the quieter environment of a school-adjacent residential block. That balance tends to attract tenants seeking access without sacrificing neighborhood stability.

A Unit Mix That Reflects Glendale’s Rental Base

The property consists of (5) 2-bed / 2-bath units, (1) 2-bed / 1-bath unit, and (6) 1-bed units. The 2-bed layouts accommodate household renters drawn to established residential streets and nearby schools. The 1-bed units align with professionals working in Glendale’s retail, corporate, and healthcare employment centers. Courtyard configurations in this portion of Glendale remain competitive relative to older interior-corridor product, particularly when paired with consistent unit sizing and exterior access.

Covered Parking in a School-Oriented Neighborhood

440 W Milford St includes approximately 18 covered parking spaces secured behind controlled-access gates. Off-street parking remains relevant in residential pockets where school traffic and multifamily clustering can tighten street availability. The 14,554 SF GLR4 lot introduces consideration for future ADU development, subject to buyer verification and municipal guidelines.

Regulatory Positioning Outside LA RSO

Constructed in 1979, 440 W Milford St operates under Glendale’s rent structure, allowing annual increases of 5% plus CPI. The property is not subject to Los Angeles City RSO. For investors allocating capital across LA County, jurisdiction influences long-term income modeling and notice requirements as much as location fundamentals. At projected market rents, 440 W Milford St is expected to stabilize at a 6.06% CAP and 11.84 GRM.

Conclusion

440 W Milford St represents a 12-unit Glendale multifamily opportunity combining courtyard layout, double-lot zoning depth, school adjacency, and Downtown proximity. Within a built-out residential corridor supported by employment density and limited new supply, the asset offers scale and regulatory positioning distinct from comparable Los Angeles City properties.

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