Vintage clay lanterns hang at the entry near the golden-yellow front door.
Designed by architect David Henken, the 1951 dwelling sits near the heart of the nationally recognized Usonia Historic District.
One of four sited in South Los Angeles, a starter home designed by Lehrer Architects and constructed for roughly $200,000 occupies an infill lot provided by the city.
The open kitchen overlooks a casual living area with a wall of glass that provides the spectacular backyard scenery.