$1,688,888
SOLD JAN 2, 2018
5 Beds
6 Baths
6,816 Sq Ft
0.57 Acres

Recently Sold

$248 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Coastline Views
  • In Ground Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • Ocean View Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2021

Gracious & serene architecture give way to stunning city to ocean & island views from almost every room of this expansive home in exclusive Mar Vista Heights. Truly an oasis, a private courtyard leads to a grand entry, opening to a voluminous grand lounge w/floor-to-ceiling glass & breathtaking city vistas from wrap-around patio decks. Beyond that, a step-down living room with fireplace & wet bar further soaks in the views, whilst the adjacent chef's kitchen will delight with its abundance of cabinet + counter space & professional grade appliances. From there, glass sliders open to a crisp swimmer's pool & spa in a tranquil setting. Five bedrooms + 6 baths, including a master suite with city views, can easily accommodate guests or a large family. Other amenities incl: wine room, game room w/wet bar, office, laundry + powder. This immaculate home is a rare opportunity to spark the fuse of your imagination & create your own masterpiece.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Lorimer

PLG Estates License #01479846 Listed on: 09/06/2017

Co-Listed By

Ruben Davis

Ruben Davis License #01796414

Last Buyer's Agent

Sylvia Li

The Real Estate Solution License #01923257

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,690

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned WHR112000*

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Coastline
  • Catalina
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Interior Spaces

  • 6,816 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 6 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 8138-035-009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,690

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Architectural
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Exclusions: Birdhouse in the front foyer and fountains in front entry and backyard are excluded from the sale.
  • Living Area: 6816
  • Stories: 2
  • Number Of Photos: 54
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Patio
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Full Bathroom: 6
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 1
  • Laundry: Inside, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 263.92

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Private
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa: Heated, Indoor
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Panoramic
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Covered Parking: 4
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Garage - 3 Car
  • Total Parking: 7

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Special Zoning: Property Report
  • Horses: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 8138-035-009
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 24691

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2021
Closed on
Apr 2, 2021
Sold by
Robinson Paul and Robinson Grace
Bought by
Franco Michael S and Franco Jacqueline R
Seller's Agent
Sylvia Li
The Real Estate Solution
Buyer's Agent
Edward Franco
Keller Williams SELA
List Price
$2,288,888
Sold Price
$2,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$38,888
-1.7%
Current Estimated Value
$2,892,314

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$642,314
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.73%
Original Mortgage
$1,600,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2017
Closed on
Dec 2, 2017
Sold by
Stephens Mark and Mooshagian Cory
Bought by
Robinson Paul and Robinson Grace
Seller's Agent
Peter Lorimer
PLG Estates
Buyer's Agent
Sylvia Li
The Real Estate Solution
List Price
$1,869,000
Sold Price
$1,688,888
Premium/Discount to List
-$180,112
-9.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.86%
Original Mortgage
$567,500
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2005
Sold by
Kang Louis W and Kang Diane I
Bought by
Stephens Mark and Mooshagian Cory

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 1993
Sold by
Kang Louis W and Kang Diane I
Bought by
Kang Louis W and Kang Diane I
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,250,000 Wfg National Title Co Of Ca
Grant Deed $1,689,000 Fidelity Sherman Oaks
Grant Deed $1,600,000 Investors Title Company
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $567,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $990,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $110,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,100,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2021 05/19/21 Sold $2,250,000 -1.7% $350 / Sq Ft
02/18/2021 02/18/21 Price Changed $2,288,000 0.0% $356 / Sq Ft
02/07/2021 02/07/21 For Sale $2,288,888 +1.7% $356 / Sq Ft
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Off Market $2,250,000 -- --
02/05/2021 02/05/21 For Sale $2,288,888 +35.5% $356 / Sq Ft
01/02/2018 01/02/18 Sold $1,688,888 -6.1% $248 / Sq Ft
09/28/2017 09/28/17 Price Changed $1,798,888 -3.8% $264 / Sq Ft
09/06/2017 09/06/17 For Sale $1,869,000 -- $274 / 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 $27,690 $2,435,470 $1,461,282 $974,188
2024 $27,690 $2,387,717 $1,432,630 $955,087
2023 $27,314 $2,340,900 $1,404,540 $936,360
2022 $26,658 $2,295,000 $1,377,000 $918,000
2021 $20,855 $1,775,333 $1,137,374 $637,959
2020 $20,608 $1,757,130 $1,125,712 $631,418
2019 $20,413 $1,722,678 $1,103,640 $619,038
2018 $16,234 $1,370,000 $877,700 $492,300
2016 $15,954 $1,370,000 $877,700 $492,300
2015 $16,076 $1,370,000 $877,700 $492,300
2014 $16,123 $1,370,000 $877,700 $492,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 17-265760

The MLS

APN: 8138-035-009