$1,577,000
SOLD OCT 4, 2016

1521 N Sierra Bonita Ave Los Angeles, CA 90046

Hollywood Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,809 Sq Ft
6,749 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$872 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Open Patio

About This Home

As of November 2019

Spectacular 3 bedroom, 2 bath Sunset Square Japanese-Swiss Airplane Bungalow. Showcasing fine craftsmanship and attention to detail, this restored arts and crafts beauty offers a classic bungalow's sophisticated yet easy living simplicity. The main floor has living room with fireplace, formal dining room, roomy kitchen with adjacent breakfast room, den, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs you'll find an airy master bedroom and bath. The very private back garden has patios, lots of greenery and a spiffy garage/studio. Don't miss out on this gem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Lustig

Compass License #00921031 Listed on: 07/29/2016

Compass

Co-Listed By

Wendy Kneedler-Senior

Compass License #01934735

Last Buyer's Agent

Ed Faktorovich

Figure 8 Realty License #01401897

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,463

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 6,749 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,809 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Center Hall

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Studio bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5550-009-016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,463

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 1809
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Number Of Photos: 25
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: In Closet, Inside
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 1
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Washer
  • Price Per S Q F T: 856.27

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Garage - 1 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5550-009-016
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6749

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Oct 24, 2019
Sold by
Shapiro Steven L
Bought by
Lee Donna Gayle
Seller's Agent
Ed Faktorovich
Figure 8 Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Rachlis
Compass
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
1.24%
Current Estimated Value
$2,176,113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$456,113
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.45%
Original Mortgage
$1,254,000
Outstanding Balance
$855,729
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,357,413

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2016
Closed on
Sep 22, 2016
Sold by
The Schwartz Bergman Family Trust
Bought by
Shapiro Steven L and The Sierra Bonita Trust
Seller's Agent
Bill Lustig
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ed Faktorovich
Figure 8 Realty
List Price
$1,549,000
Sold Price
$1,577,000
Premium/Discount to List
$28,000
1.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.84%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2016
Closed on
Sep 20, 2016
Sold by
Schwartz Michael
Bought by
The Schwartz Bergman Family Trust Michae
Seller's Agent
Bill Lustig
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ed Faktorovich
Figure 8 Realty
List Price
$1,549,000
Sold Price
$1,577,000
Premium/Discount to List
$28,000
1.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1998
Sold by
Theiss Trust Theiss Geraldine A Tr Geraldine
Bought by
Schwartz Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,500
Interest Rate
10.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 1995
Sold by
Theiss Geraldine
Bought by
Geraldine D Theiss Living Trust
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
Warranty Deed $1,720,000 Lawyers Title
Warranty Deed $1,577,000 Equity Title
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $185,000 Lawyers Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,254,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,200,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $471,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $460,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $214,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $166,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/08/2019 11/08/19 Sold $1,720,000 +1.2% $951 / Sq Ft
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2019 09/05/19 For Sale $1,699,000 +7.7% $939 / Sq Ft
10/04/2016 10/04/16 Sold $1,577,000 +1.8% $872 / Sq Ft
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2016 07/29/16 For Sale $1,549,000 -- $856 / 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 $22,463 $1,881,067 $1,504,855 $376,212
2024 $22,463 $1,844,185 $1,475,349 $368,836
2023 $22,028 $1,808,025 $1,446,421 $361,604
2022 $21,001 $1,772,574 $1,418,060 $354,514
2021 $20,747 $1,737,818 $1,390,255 $347,563
2019 $19,588 $1,640,710 $1,312,568 $328,142
2018 $19,484 $1,608,540 $1,286,832 $321,708
2016 $4,922 $394,635 $311,209 $83,426
2015 $4,852 $388,708 $306,535 $82,173
2014 $4,876 $381,095 $300,531 $80,564
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 16-148392

The MLS

APN: 5550-009-016