NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12322 Forest Trail Sylmar, CA 91342

Estimated Value: $652,000 - $815,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,374 Sq Ft
$541/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 6, 2024

Last sale price $730,000 $531 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,129 / mo

280 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Brainard Elementary School Rated A-
  • Private Yard
  • Cottage

About This Home

As of March 2024

Magical, historic early 1900's Kagel Canyon home. Large three-bedroom, two-bath home with three levels. Tucked away beside a creek covered with oak trees, you will find this diamond in the rough. Can be bought with two adjacent lots - a ton of potential! From the street you will enter the main floor first, stepping into a living room with a stone fireplace. To the left is a spacious kitchen with breakfast nook. Step out with your coffee onto a wooden deck overlooking the year-round stream with overhanging oaks and listen to the sounds of nature. To the left of the kitchen is a large laundry room that could be used as a study or dining area. Walking across the living room you will step down into a family room which has its own entrance from the outside, and could double as a dining room, music room or? Down the hallway from the family room are two bedrooms with large windows with lovely views. From the living room, stairs take you up to the spacious master bedroom, with windows on all sides, nestled in the oaks. From the familyroom, there is a “secret” stairway to the lower level that has been closed off, but can easily be opened to reconnect with the rest of the house. The downstairs has its own outside entry and supports a one bedroom, one bath, with kitchen area. The down stairs is included in the 4 bedroom 2 bath count. buyer to verify permits and legality. There is a separate entrance into a large basement that is used for storage, workshop, studio, or whatever your imagination might inspire. This property is in a very quiet area with great neighbors, and a good community spirit. The area was the inspiration for the book written by and called, “Ladies of the Canyon”. Come and see
this unique gem. sold with two lot next door, approx. 6,700 sq. ft. total. Lots may be buildable.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Davis

Image Works Properties License #00646622 Listed on: 05/20/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Renata D'egidio

Keller Williams Real Estate Services License #01404557

Keller Williams Real Estate Services

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1933

Lot Details

  • 6,700 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned LCR1*

Property Views

  • Water
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Cosmetic Repairs Needed
  • Fixer Upper
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,374 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Unfinished Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Gravity Heating System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic Type Unknown
  • Sewer Not Available
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Property is near a ravine

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 29
  • Tax Tract Number 7342
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2526022024
  • $240 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1933

Lot Details

6,700 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Access Road, Country Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: LCR1*
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Ranch
  • Property Condition: Fixer, Repairs Cosmetic
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2526022024
  • Year Built: 1933
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1374.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, In-Law Floorplan, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen, Country Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 531.30
  • Room Type: Basement, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub
  • Basement: Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Permanent, Raised
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt, Composition
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Not Available, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Gravity
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Ravine, Rural

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Level with Street, Rectangular Lot, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6700.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1538

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6700.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 1041.24
  • Tax Lot: 29
  • Tax Tract Number: 7342
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 240.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 2026
Sold by
Sariego Jennifer Helen and Sariego Christopher Ada
Bought by
Elsophido Family Trust and Sariego
Current Estimated Value
$742,991

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2023
Closed on
Feb 26, 2024
Sold by
Nancy Jones Family Trust
Bought by
Sariego Jennifer Helen and Sariego Christopher Adam
Seller's Agent
Bill Davis
Image Works Properties
Buyer's Agent
Renata D'egidio
Keller Williams Real Estate Services
List Price
$724,000
Sold Price
$730,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
0.83%
Views
724

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.84%
Original Mortgage
$584,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2007
Sold by
Jones Nancy
Bought by
Jones Nancy and Nancy Jones Family Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,750
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2002
Sold by
Burgess Timothy
Bought by
Jones Nancy J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 1998
Sold by
Hunsaker Tressie G
Bought by
Tressie Hunsaker Trust
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Elsophido Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Sariego Jennifer Helen $730,000 Chicago Title Company
Jones Nancy -- Accommodation
Jones Nancy -- Fidelity National Title Co
Jones Nancy J -- Fidelity Title
Tressie Hunsaker Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sariego Jennifer Helen $584,000
Previous Owner Jones Nancy $363,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/06/2024 03/06/24 Sold $730,000 +0.8% $531 / Sq Ft
02/24/2024 02/24/24 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2024 02/24/24 For Sale $724,000 -0.8% $527 / Sq Ft
01/24/2024 01/24/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
01/20/2024 01/20/24 For Sale $724,000 -0.8% $527 / Sq Ft
01/19/2024 01/19/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
01/19/2024 01/19/24 For Sale $724,000 -0.8% $527 / Sq Ft
01/18/2024 01/18/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
01/18/2024 01/18/24 For Sale $724,000 -0.8% $527 / Sq Ft
01/17/2024 01/17/24 Off Market $730,000 -- --
01/03/2024 01/03/24 Price Changed $724,000 -0.7% $527 / Sq Ft
11/07/2023 11/07/23 For Sale $729,000 0.0% $531 / Sq Ft
05/20/2023 05/20/23 For Sale $729,000 -- $531 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,233 $377,400 $234,600 $142,800
2024 $2,233 $160,016 $102,096 $57,920
2023 $2,151 $156,880 $100,095 $56,785
2022 $2,002 $153,805 $98,133 $55,672
2021 $1,972 $150,790 $96,209 $54,581
2019 $1,905 $146,319 $93,356 $52,963
2018 $1,898 $143,451 $91,526 $51,925
2016 $1,804 $137,882 $87,973 $49,909
2015 $1,777 $135,812 $86,652 $49,160
2014 $1,785 $133,153 $84,955 $48,198
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: GD23078853

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 2526-022-024

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