72% of L.A. Stays Zoned for Single-Family Homes—What It MeansSingle-family homes in Los Angeles will be more valuable than ever
🏠 L.A. Zoning Plan Keeps 72% of City for Single-Family Homes
The Los Angeles City Planning Commission voted to keep 72% of the city’s residential land zoned for single-family homes, restricting where new apartment buildings can be constructed. This decision is part of a state-mandated rezoning effort, as L.A. must plan for over 450,000 new homes by 2029.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
🏘️ Zoning Limits: New housing will be built mostly in areas already zoned for apartments, leaving single-family zones largely untouched.
📣 Public Debate: Housing advocates called for more density to combat housing shortages, while homeowners voiced concerns about property values and overdevelopment.
🏞️ L.A.’s limited land and strict zoning will keep new construction low, especially for entry-level homes, driving higher home values and better returns for single-family homeowners.
🏠 New Construction Reality Check
I’ve put together a link to new construction homes under $1.5M in L.A.—but options are limited. I found one detached single-family home priced at $1.5M, complete with an ADU. Check it out HERE to see what the cheapest new detached home in L.A. looks like right now.
Most new construction single-family homes aren’t entry-level anymore. With limited land to build on, the best opportunities for new entry-level homes seem to be in Orange County, San Bernardino, and Santa Clarita—areas with longer commutes and a different lifestyle than L.A.’s urban core.
📊 Limited Land for New Homes = Long-Term Appreciation for Single-Family Homes
🏡 Protected Suburbs: Most of L.A.'s suburban neighborhoods will remain untouched and limited in supply, preserving their unique character and desirability.
💰 What It Means: Low supply equals higher long-term appreciation for single-family homes as demand continues to rise
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