NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1375 Fernwood Pacific Dr Topanga, CA 90290

Estimated Value: $2,391,000 - $3,176,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,897 Sq Ft
$1,010/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 22, 2019

Last sale price $2,050,000 $708 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,156/month

53 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2019

Amidst an abundant, lush garden sits an impeccably maintained Fernwood Craftsman home. With almost 3500 sq ft of living space this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home, w/ brand new detached 2 car garage & Guest House above, it is the quintessential Topanga retreat. Private upstairs Master Suite takes in commanding canyon views. Main level has wonderful indoor/outdoor flow w/ access to expansive patio & lawn. Home boasts a chef's kitchen with marble counter tops, a large peninsula and dining area. Living room with cozy brick fireplace & built in book shelves leads to the deck, a perfect quiet spot to take in the sights & smells of Topanga as you begin or end your day. 3 additional bedrooms on 2 levels create flexible living/working space. Sunny & bright, from nearly every room in the house, there are cross canyon views that allow you to see the seasons as they come & go. The garden is a true sanctuary, filled w/ dozens of varieties of flowering plants, drought tolerant succulents and fruit trees

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chryssa Lightheart

Sotheby's International Realty License #01093433 Listed on: 07/24/2019

Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Kirsten Bohman

Sotheby's International Realty License #02023958

Last Buyer's Agent

Lee LaPlante

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01225083

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,642

Year Built

1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Style: Craftsman
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 793.58
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathroom: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Laundry: Room
  • Maids Room: 1
  • Living Area: 2897

Exterior Features

  • Pool: No
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Stories: 3
  • View: Canyon, Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Detached, Parking for Guests - Onsite
  • Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Multi/Zone
  • Heating: Combination

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: LCR110
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4447-014-035
  • Lot Size Area: 32492
  • Geocode Override: No

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2025
Sold by
Snyder Kimberly Anne
Bought by
Bier Family Trust and Snyder
Current Estimated Value
$2,924,683

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2019
Closed on
Sep 27, 2019
Sold by
Lucas Katharine
Bought by
Snyder Kimberly Anne
Seller's Agent
Chryssa Lightheart
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lee LaPlante
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,299,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$249,000
-10.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,640,000
Interest Rate
4.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2015
Sold by
Lucas Katharine and Gepner Family Living Trust
Bought by
Lucas Katharine and Cary W Gepner Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 1999
Sold by
Gepner Cary and Gepner Katharine L
Bought by
Gepner Cary W and Lucas Katharine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
6.7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 1999
Sold by
Gepner Cary and Gepner Family Living Trust
Bought by
Capner Cary W and Lucas Katharine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
6.7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 1996
Sold by
Gepner Cary and Gepner Katherine Lucas
Bought by
Gepner Cary W and Gepner Katherine Lucas
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
Bier Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Snyder Kimberly Anne $2,050,000 Lawyers Title
Snyder Kimberly Ann -- Lawyers Title
Lucas Katharine -- None Available
Gepner Cary W -- American Title Co
Capner Cary W -- American Title Co
Gepner Cary W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Snyder Kimberly Anne $1,680,000
Previous Owner Snyder Kimberly Anne $1,640,000
Previous Owner Gepner Cary W $115,546
Previous Owner Gepner Cary W $250,000
Previous Owner Gepner Cary W $280,000
Previous Owner Gepner Cary W $100,000
Previous Owner Gepner Cary W $250,950
Previous Owner Capner Cary W $288,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/22/2019 10/22/19 Sold $2,050,000 -10.8% $708 / Sq Ft
09/15/2019 09/15/19 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2019 07/24/19 For Sale $2,299,000 -- $794 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

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 $26,642 $2,241,971 $1,640,468 $601,503
2024 $26,642 $2,198,011 $1,608,302 $589,709
2023 $26,116 $2,154,914 $1,576,767 $578,147
2022 $24,750 $2,112,661 $1,545,850 $566,811
2021 $24,567 $2,071,238 $1,515,540 $555,698
2019 $8,268 $677,100 $182,941 $494,159
2018 $6,159 $502,824 $179,354 $323,470
2016 $5,930 $483,301 $172,391 $310,910
2015 $5,836 $476,042 $169,802 $306,240
2014 $5,853 $466,718 $166,476 $300,242
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19-492150

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 4447-014-035