126 N Poinsettia Place Los Angeles, CA 90036
Melrose Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,010
Sq Ft
8,005
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Spanish Architecture
- Hancock Park Elementary Rated 9+
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
About This Home
As of April 2025Emotional Exquisite Romantic Character Spanish that's unusually starkly beautiful inside and out. Smooth creamy Santa Barbara Hacienda exterior with original mosaic tile, arched stained glass window, clay tile Spanish roof, curved pathway to covered walkway with pitched ceiling and character arches which flanks an inner courtyard with bench and Corteen Steel water feature fountain. The original mahogany front door opens to a soaring 11 ft high center hall with coved ceiling. Interior doors throughout are wood with a high arch detail above each door, and hexagon brass door handles. Step-down high tiered 12' ft high ceiling living room with fireplace, original stained glass window, custom bookcases, new deep side windows. A uniquely beautiful custom kitchen with soaring beamed ceiling opens up to the dining room surrounded by windows and overlooking the inner courtyard. Walnut slim shaker custom kitchen cabinetry with soft touch doors & integrated under cabinet lights + elongated curved hood, curved pantry and slatted walnut and glass for display. 2 Travertine deep farmhouse sinks + 2 integrated dishwashers, oversized fridge/freezer, 8 burner range with 2 ovens beneath. Taj Mahal counters + waterfall + backsplash with unique stone custom apron throughout. 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in the main house. Large secondary primary with custom built-in closet, bespoke bathroom with rough edge custom honed travertine sink + counter on vanity. Large arched niche with LED lighting in bath/shower. One bedroom currently staged as an office. The powder room is a 3/4 bath with uniquely beautiful textured tile. Custom walnut cabinetry in laundry room with abundant stone countertop space, SS sink, loads of storage, door to outside. Third bedroom suite with built-in closet and half bath. The primary bedroom has a fireplace, double doors to backyard, walk-in closet, spa bath with freestanding tub + double slanted stone sinks made out of one slab of travertine with fluted edge vanity countertop + shower with multiple niches. Hallway has 2 linen closets and a glass door that opens to the expansive back deck and lush yard. Magical yard!!! Trex deck with pergola and built-in overhead heater + lighting + adjustable slats, firepit area, lush green marathon grass w/ irrigation + drainage + built-in landscape lights. Outdoor kitchen with bbq, burner, pizza oven, bev fridge, Kamado grill, sink, storage, al fresco dining area. ADU has a full kitchen with walnut cabinets + appliances, living area, w/d hookups, bedroom with closet, bath with tub/shower. 9.5 inch wide plank oak hardwood floors, central HVAC with Nest, all new windows, luxurious Spanish and Italian stone, built in square recessed lights throughout, Lutron light switches, Ring doorbell, bespoke Restoration Hardware + Arhaus light fixtures inside and out! A true labor of passion & love curated by Jodi & Sarah with all their hearts and souls!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Bienstock Group License #01746994 Listed on: 02/27/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,087
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 8,005 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x162
- Property is zoned LAR1
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 3,010 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Laundry Room
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Double Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5512-020-025
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 27, 2025
Closed on
Mar 30, 2025
Sold by
Pickleballers Social Inc
Bought by
Paniotto Dmitry
Seller's Agent
Sheri Bienstock
The Bienstock Group
Buyer's Agent
Devin Merrick
The Bienstock Group
List Price
$3,399,000
Sold Price
$3,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
1.5%
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$105,543
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.66%
Original Mortgage
$2,587,500
Outstanding Balance
$2,578,687
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$765,770
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2024
Closed on
May 24, 2024
Sold by
Moe Gelber And Naomi D Gelber Living Tru and Gelber Daniel
Bought by
Pickleballers Social Inc
Seller's Agent
Steve Flores
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jim Crane
Equity Union
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,880,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
5.92%
Views
776
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
106.01%
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 2023
Sold by
Moe Gelber And Naomi Gelber Living Trust
Bought by
Moe Gelber And Naomi D Gelber Living Trust and Gelber
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,633,950
Interest Rate
8.6%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 1995
Sold by
Gelber Moe and Gelber Naomi
Bought by
Gelber Moe
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,450,000 | Wfg National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,880,000 | Equity Title - Los Angeles | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Fnc Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,587,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $244,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,260,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $1,633,950 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,633,950 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Sold | $3,450,000 | +1.5% | $1,146 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2025 03/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | For Sale | $3,399,000 | +80.8% | $1,129 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2024 05/31/24 | Sold | $1,880,000 | +5.9% | $742 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2024 04/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2024 03/29/24 | For Sale | $1,775,000 | -- | $701 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,087 | $1,917,600 | $1,724,310 | $193,290 |
| 2024 | $2,087 | $145,124 | $72,322 | $72,802 |
| 2023 | $2,056 | $142,279 | $70,904 | $71,375 |
| 2022 | $1,975 | $139,490 | $69,514 | $69,976 |
| 2021 | $1,934 | $136,755 | $68,151 | $68,604 |
| 2019 | $1,882 | $132,701 | $66,131 | $66,570 |
| 2018 | $1,771 | $130,100 | $64,835 | $65,265 |
| 2016 | $1,668 | $125,050 | $62,318 | $62,732 |
| 2015 | $1,646 | $123,172 | $61,382 | $61,790 |
| 2014 | $1,662 | $120,760 | $60,180 | $60,580 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sheri Bienstock
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sheri Bienstock
The Bienstock Group
(323) 310-2525
40 in this area
215 Total Sales
-
Devin Merrick
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Devin Merrick
The Bienstock Group
(323) 310-2525
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Steve Flores
Seller's Agent in 2024
Steve Flores
Coldwell Banker Realty
(323) 356-3007
2 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Jim Crane
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jim Crane
Equity Union
(310) 855-4595
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
L
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Lindell Campbell
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 25-479527
APN: 5512-020-025
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