1511 N Benton Way Los Angeles, CA 90026
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,032
Sq Ft
7,047
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City Lights View
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- John Marshall Senior High Rated A
- Living Room with Fireplace
- No HOA
About This Home
As of November 2017Stunning 1950's Mid-Century 3 bed + 2 ba Silverlake home w/ views of the DTLA skyline. This immaculate home w/ seamless indoor/outdoor flow is perfect for entertaining, day or night. Sit back + relax with a morning cup of coffee on the spacious front deck, or flow out to the rear patio and yard to host a barbecue using the built-in brick grill. This gem offers 2,000sf of gorgeous light-filled space, a stone fireplace, vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, hardwood floors + a beautifully updated chef's kitchen with a restored Chambers' stove, large pantry + laundry area. Living quarters boast a spacious + airy master bedroom with plenty of room for a King sized bed, updated and ample closet space + an en suite bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub and rain shower. The front bedroom takes full advantage of the sweeping views and has two closets. Below the home you'll find the 3-car garage and a tucked-away office space! This gorgeous home is moments to everything Silverlake has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Courtney N Smith
Compass License #01406768 Listed on: 10/12/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,604
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 7,047 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned LAR1
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,032 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Den
- City Lights Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Additional Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5424-007-019
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 12, 2017
Closed on
Oct 31, 2017
Sold by
Herzog Bree Erin
Bought by
Selvaggi Frank and Roygbiv Trust
Seller's Agent
Courtney N Smith
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tori Horowitz
Compass
List Price
$1,365,000
Sold Price
$1,590,000
Premium/Discount to List
$225,000
16.48%
Total Days on Market
16
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
$620,964
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,113,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 8, 2013
Closed on
Nov 18, 2013
Sold by
Brookside Investments Inc
Bought by
Herzog Bree Erin
Seller's Agent
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
Buyer's Agent
Karen Lower
Compass
List Price
$1,089,000
Sold Price
$1,105,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
1.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.62%
Original Mortgage
$884,000
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2013
Closed on
Jun 12, 2013
Sold by
Wilson Tom
Bought by
Brookside Investments Inc
Seller's Agent
Rande Gray
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
94.80%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 19, 2011
Closed on
Jan 19, 2012
Sold by
Wilson Kathleen
Bought by
Wilson Tom
Seller's Agent
Joseph Lightfoot
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Randy Wright
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-8.72%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.73%
Original Mortgage
$77,500
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 19, 2011
Closed on
Jan 10, 2012
Sold by
Nakamaru Janet Shigekawa
Bought by
Wilson Tom and Gonzales Misty
Seller's Agent
Joseph Lightfoot
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Randy Wright
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-8.72%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,500
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 16, 2003
Sold by
Shigekawa Sakaye
Bought by
Shigekawa Dr Sakaye and The Dr Sakaye Shigekawa Family Trust
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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 | $1,590,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,105,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $875,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $775,000 | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,235,500 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $1,113,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $855,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $884,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $540,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $77,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $620,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/28/2017 11/28/17 | Sold | $1,590,000 | +16.5% | $782 / Sq Ft |
| 10/28/2017 10/28/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/12/2017 10/12/17 | For Sale | $1,365,000 | +23.5% | $672 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2013 12/13/13 | Sold | $1,105,000 | +1.5% | $544 / Sq Ft |
| 11/08/2013 11/08/13 | For Sale | $1,089,000 | +24.5% | $536 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2013 08/08/13 | Sold | $875,000 | -2.7% | $431 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2013 06/05/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2013 04/29/13 | For Sale | $899,000 | +16.0% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2012 02/24/12 | Sold | $775,000 | -3.0% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2011 12/06/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/25/2011 10/25/11 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -5.9% | $393 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2011 09/19/11 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $418 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,604 | $1,773,670 | $1,418,937 | $354,733 |
| 2023 | $21,182 | $1,738,893 | $1,391,115 | $347,778 |
| 2022 | $20,189 | $1,704,798 | $1,363,839 | $340,959 |
| 2021 | $19,946 | $1,671,372 | $1,337,098 | $334,274 |
| 2020 | $20,153 | $1,654,235 | $1,323,388 | $330,847 |
| 2019 | $19,344 | $1,621,800 | $1,297,440 | $324,360 |
| 2018 | $19,227 | $1,590,000 | $1,272,000 | $318,000 |
| 2017 | $14,047 | $1,167,148 | $905,623 | $261,525 |
| 2016 | $13,730 | $1,144,264 | $887,866 | $256,398 |
| 2015 | $13,527 | $1,127,077 | $874,530 | $252,547 |
| 2014 | $13,654 | $1,105,000 | $857,400 | $247,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
Courtney N Smith
Compass
-
Tori Horowitz
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Tori Horowitz
Compass
(323) 646-0334
7 in this area
189 Total Sales
-
Steve Clark
Seller's Agent in 2013
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
(818) 519-9363
9 in this area
203 Total Sales
-
Rande Gray
Seller's Agent in 2013
Rande Gray
Keller Williams Realty
(310) 614-2839
21 Total Sales
-
Randy Wright
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
Randy Wright
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
(310) 927-6818
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Karen Lower
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Karen Lower
Compass
(323) 804-8043
17 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 17-279668
APN: 5424-007-019
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