Melissa Macfadyen
Compass
(424) 532-7583
24 Total Sales
1 in Venice
$1,400,000 Price
1615 Shell Ave Venice, CA 90291
Venice NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,866,000 - $2,009,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,092
Sq Ft
$928/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of June 2023Live the California dream in Venice! Enchanting walk street neighborhood, one block from Abbot Kinney, and blocks to the beach, this unique, completely remodeled private back unit is like living in a bird's nest. Flooded with light (and skylights), perched above a three car garage, overlooking spectacular Venice walk street and multimillion dollar yards, with colorful sunset views and palm trees, this craftsman "granny flat" has new EVERYTHING (bathrooms, kitchen, Forte stainless steel appliances, doors). Original hardwood floors, exposed brick chimney, and two cozy bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms. The kitchen has ample storage, new appliances and Forte convection oven with air-fryer capability. Enjoy quiet coffee in the morning or unwind with cocktails in the evening on a private balcony. Enjoy ocean breezes with open windows and Dutch Door or cool/heat rooms individually with remote controlled mini-split system. For an additional fee, one garage (with newly epoxied floors) is available and are EV charging installation ready (at owner's expense). With plenty of on street parking use a garage for car charging, extra storage, a gym, library, office or she shed/man cave. Nothing has been overlooked in this gem.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
George Chung, Realtors License #00402156 Listed on: 06/15/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01259992
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 4,030 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned LAR2
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- 2,092 Sq Ft Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
Community Details
- 3 Units
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4241-014-002
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 15, 2023
Closed on
Apr 28, 2023
Sold by
April Gaskins Ferry Revocable Living Tru
Bought by
Seller's Agent
George Chung
George Chung, Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Lee Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,930,000
Sold Price
$1,930,000
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
$10,625
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2023
Sold by
Gaskins Ferry April
Bought by
April Gaskins Ferry Revocable Living Trust and Ferry
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,633,950
Interest Rate
7.44%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2013
Sold by
Ferry April Gaskins and The April Ferry Living Trust
Bought by
Ferry April Gaskins and The April Gaskins Ferry Revoca
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2011
Sold by
Ferry April Gaskins and April Ferry Living Trust
Bought by
Ferry April Gaskins
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,500
Interest Rate
4.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2009
Sold by
Ferry April Gaskins
Bought by
The April Ferry Living Trust and Trust #11911
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2002
Sold by
Ferry April Gaskins and The April Gaskins Ferry Living
Bought by
Ferry April Gaskins
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.7%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 1, 1995
Sold by
Ferry Arpil Gaskins
Bought by
Ferry April Gaskins and The April Ferry Living Trust
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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469 Total Sales
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,930,000 | Fidelity National Title | ||
| April Gaskins Ferry Revocable Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Ferry April Gaskins | -- | None Available | |
| Ferry April Gaskins | -- | Lawyers Title | |
| The April Ferry Living Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Ferry April Gaskins | -- | Gateway Title | |
| Ferry April Gaskins | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,633,950 | ||
| Previous Owner | Ferry April Gaskins | $1,089,787 | |
| Previous Owner | Ferry April Gaskins | $99,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Ferry April Gaskins | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08/2026 06/08/26 | Off Market | $4,900 | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2026 05/21/26 | Price Changed | $4,900 | 0.0% | $7 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2026 05/21/26 | For Rent | $4,900 | -2.0% | -- |
| 04/25/2026 04/25/26 | Off Market | $5,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2026 04/11/26 | Price Changed | $5,000 | -5.7% | $7 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2026 03/31/26 | For Rent | $5,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/16/2023 06/16/23 | Sold | $1,930,000 | 0.0% | $923 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2023 06/15/23 | For Sale | $1,930,000 | -- | $923 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,179 | $2,048,130 | $1,804,053 | $244,077 |
| 2025 | $24,179 | $2,007,972 | $1,768,680 | $239,292 |
| 2024 | $23,923 | $1,968,600 | $1,734,000 | $234,600 |
| 2023 | $3,572 | $279,064 | $88,576 | $190,488 |
| 2022 | $3,415 | $273,593 | $86,840 | $186,753 |
| 2021 | $3,359 | $268,230 | $85,138 | $183,092 |
| 2020 | $3,388 | $265,481 | $84,266 | $181,215 |
| 2019 | $3,261 | $260,276 | $82,614 | $177,662 |
| 2018 | $3,195 | $255,174 | $80,995 | $174,179 |
| 2016 | $3,036 | $245,266 | $77,850 | $167,416 |
| 2015 | $2,992 | $241,583 | $76,681 | $164,902 |
| 2014 | $3,021 | $236,851 | $75,179 | $161,672 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
George Chung
Seller's Agent in 2023
George Chung
George Chung, Realtors
(805) 746-5960
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Laci Buller
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Laci Buller
Compass
(310) 975-9947
3 in this area
67 Total Sales
-
Lee Johnson
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Lee Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(310) 892-2244
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 23-281239
APN: 4241-014-002
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