1523 Marsden St Los Angeles, CA 90026
Echo Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,067
Sq Ft
6,989
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Open Floorplan
- Bonus Room
- John Marshall Senior High Rated A
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2025Beautiful and captivating 1911 California Bungalow offering serene hillside and canyon views and situated in one of LA’s trendiest neighborhoods. Perched in a secluded Echo Park locale, this vintage and stylish home is recently renovated and offers a blend of charm, warmth, vintage character and modern upgrades. The home offers an exceptional indoor-outdoor living experience. A red brick pathway at the entrance of the property leads to a private front yard, perfect for morning coffee or evening tea, with views of the surrounding area. Inside, the home features a seamless and open design with natural and bright lighting, an elegant living room with oversized windows offering hillside views, new vinyl plank flooring, new interior paint throughout, recessed lighting, spacious and open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, primary bedroom with doors that lead out to the outdoor patio area, and a good size secondary bedroom with separate access. Stepping outside to the side yard area is a large and inviting wood patio deck that is ideal for outdoor dining, lounging, entertaining or unwinding. The expansive rear lot offers endless potential for gardening, recreation or future expansion. A large bonus/flex space is beneath the main house and is currently staged as an additional bedroom with a bathroom. This one of a kind home is mere blocks from vibrant Echo Park retail, restaurant and shopping venues including Bacetti Trattoria, The Lonely Oyster, Donna’s, La Fe, Valerie Echo Park, and Canyon Coffee. Recreational amenities include proximity to Elysian Park, dog friendly hiking and biking trails and Baxter steps. A rare opportunity where timeless character meets modern design, don’t miss out on this beautiful and charming Echo Park gem!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Rockwood Realty Brokerage Phone: 310-245-7820 License #01216054 Listed on: 02/03/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,477
Year Built
- Built in 1911
Lot Details
- 6,989 Sq Ft Lot
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned LARD3
Property Views
- Woods
- Mountain
- Hills
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Bungalow
Interior Spaces
- 1,067 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Entryway
- Living Room
- Bonus Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Laundry Room
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Wood patio
- Front Porch
Location
- Urban Location
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 581
- Assessor Parcel Number 5420031002
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2025
Sold by
Wagenseller Laine T
Bought by
Teshuva Ariel Tal
Seller's Agent
Pat Leff
Rockwood Realty
Buyer's Agent
Iric Fishbein
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
15.12%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
23
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-36.26%
Original Mortgage
$977,500
Outstanding Balance
$976,678
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$74,282
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2003
Sold by
Wagenseller Laine
Bought by
Wagenseller Laine T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2002
Sold by
Martinez Juanita M
Bought by
Wagenseller Laine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 1993
Sold by
Gomez Debra and Casey Carmen
Bought by
Martinez Juanita M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,750
Interest Rate
4.37%
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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 | $1,150,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Gateway Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $315,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Old Republic Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $977,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $331,545 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $359,650 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $315,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $252,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $118,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $116,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $102,750 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $63,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | Sold | $1,150,000 | +15.1% | $1,078 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | For Sale | $999,000 | -- | $936 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $5,477 | $447,262 | $357,816 | $89,446 |
| 2023 | $5,370 | $438,493 | $350,800 | $87,693 |
| 2022 | $5,119 | $429,896 | $343,922 | $85,974 |
| 2021 | $5,054 | $421,468 | $337,179 | $84,289 |
| 2019 | $4,901 | $408,969 | $327,179 | $81,790 |
| 2018 | $4,853 | $400,951 | $320,764 | $80,187 |
| 2016 | $4,635 | $385,383 | $308,309 | $77,074 |
| 2015 | $4,566 | $379,595 | $303,678 | $75,917 |
| 2014 | $4,587 | $372,160 | $297,730 | $74,430 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pat Leff
Seller's Agent in 2025
Pat Leff
Rockwood Realty
(310) 245-7820
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Iric Fishbein
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Iric Fishbein
eXp Realty of California Inc
(310) 666-7119
4 in this area
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SR25022313
APN: 5420-031-002
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