NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $5,085,727 - $5,975,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,809 Sq Ft
$1,172/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2021

Last sale price $4,195,000 $872 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $34,963/month

88 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Home Theater
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wine Room
  • In Ground Pool
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2021

PRICED TO SELL! NO EXPENSE SPARED! Built by modernist Harry Gesner, this stunning property recently went through a full renovation by award-winning, architecturally-focused design firm Griffin Enright. Tucked away in the prestigious Crestwood Hills community, minutes away from the exclusive dining and shopping Brentwood has to offer. This 4-bed (+media room) masterpiece is ideal for someone looking for a space that's modern and luxurious yet livable & comfortable. Flooded with natural light, it boasts panoramic city & ocean views, top-of-the-line appliances by Sub Zero & Wolf, Arcadia & Fleetwood doors, Western windows, a Crestron smart home system & sophisticated, elegant open floor plan w/ custom built-ins. The picturesque pool/spa area is what outdoor dreams are made of thanks to an oasis-inspired yard, fire pit, & dining space. Head upstairs to watch the sunset on the entertaining deck, featuring manicured succulent garden, industrial fireplace & some of the best views in the city!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bjorn Farrugia

Carolwood Estates License #01864250 Listed on: 11/10/2020

Carolwood Estates

Co-Listed By

Matthew Schwartz

Douglas Elliman of California, Inc. License #02035608

Last Buyer's Agent

Ben Mesbahi

HomeSmart Evergreen Realty License #01998554

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $53,924

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 10,231 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LARE15

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Coastline
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Mountain
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 4,809 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wine Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Powder Room
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Conditioner

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Service Entrance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4494-007-018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$53,924

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 4809
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Number Of Photos: 54
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathroom: 4
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 1
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Barbeque, Bar Ice Maker, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Network Wire, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner, Water Filter, Water Line to Refrigerator, Water Purifier
  • Price Per S Q F T: 987.52

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa: In Ground
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Canyon, City, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Trees/Woods, Water
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4494-007-018
  • Lot Size Area: 10231

Rental Info

  • Lease Option: 1

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2025
Sold by
Stern Benjamin E
Bought by
Benjamin Stern Living Trust and Stern
Current Estimated Value
$5,635,682

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2023
Sold by
Stern Benjamin E and Stern Sara M
Bought by
Stern Benjamin E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2020
Closed on
May 11, 2021
Sold by
Schaffer Sloan Eric
Bought by
Stern Benjamin E and Stern Sara M
Seller's Agent
Bjorn Farrugia
Carolwood Estates
Buyer's Agent
Ben Mesbahi
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
List Price
$4,749,000
Sold Price
$4,195,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$554,000
-11.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2014
Closed on
May 16, 2014
Sold by
Holmes Jane
Bought by
Schaffer Sloan Eric and The Tigertail 2014 Trust
Seller's Agent
Susan Perryman
Carolwood Estates
Buyer's Agent
Mark Diffie
Lotus Estate Properties
List Price
$4,495,000
Sold Price
$4,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$180,000
4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.56%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 29, 2012
Closed on
Jan 22, 2013
Sold by
Kallis Stanley and Kallis Lucetta J
Bought by
Holmes Jane
Seller's Agent
Cathy Wood
Rodeo Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Susan Perryman
Carolwood Estates
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$2,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
7.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
80.12%
Original Mortgage
$1,612,500
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Benjamin Stern Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Stern Benjamin E -- None Listed On Document
Stern Benjamin E $4,195,000 Fidelity National Title
Schaffer Sloan Eric $4,675,046 Equity Title Company
Holmes Jane $2,150,000 Fidelity Van Nuys
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schaffer Sloan $500,000
Previous Owner Schaffer Sloan Eric $1,925,000
Previous Owner Schaffer Sloan Erie $3,000
Previous Owner Holmes Jane $1,612,500
Previous Owner Kallis Lucetta J $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold $4,195,000 -11.7% $872 / Sq Ft
02/06/2021 02/06/21 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2020 11/10/20 For Sale $4,749,000 +1.6% $988 / Sq Ft
06/23/2014 06/23/14 Sold $4,675,000 +4.0% $1,002 / Sq Ft
05/05/2014 05/05/14 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2014 04/25/14 For Sale $4,495,000 +109.1% $963 / Sq Ft
02/26/2013 02/26/13 Sold $2,150,000 -2.3% $526 / Sq Ft
01/18/2013 01/18/13 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2012 12/12/12 Price Changed $2,200,000 +10.1% $538 / Sq Ft
11/29/2012 11/29/12 For Sale $1,999,000 -- $489 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $53,924 $4,540,799 $2,610,716 $1,930,083
2024 $53,924 $4,451,765 $2,559,526 $1,892,239
2023 $52,868 $4,364,477 $2,509,340 $1,855,137
2022 $50,388 $4,278,900 $2,460,138 $1,818,762
2021 $62,615 $5,294,470 $4,161,965 $1,132,505
2020 $63,276 $5,240,183 $4,119,290 $1,120,893
2019 $60,717 $5,137,435 $4,038,520 $1,098,915
2018 $60,557 $5,036,702 $3,959,334 $1,077,368
2016 $57,912 $4,841,123 $3,805,589 $1,035,534
2015 $57,052 $4,768,406 $3,748,426 $1,019,980
2014 $26,632 $2,159,760 $1,183,348 $976,412
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 20-658036

The MLS

APN: 4494-007-018