NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1705 Via Montemar Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

Estimated Value: $3,895,000 - $4,869,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,282 Sq Ft
$1,293/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 18, 2018

Last sale price $2,980,000 $908 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $25,978/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • White Water Ocean Views
  • Golf Course Community
  • Heated Pool
  • Montemalaga Elementary School Rated A+
  • Community Stables
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

About This Home

As of May 2018

Casa de Alegria is one of those rare homes that flawlessly combines the best of old and new. With stunning ocean and coastline views, the house was designed by famed architect, Kirtland Cutter in 1927. It was then painstakingly remodeled in 2013-14, with new electrical & plumbing, new floors, doors and windows. The enchanting entrance is centered on a dramatic pool with waterfall, and a gently winding staircase leads down to the central courtyard. The spectacular kitchen with its 7’ x 7’, custom built, black walnut island has a 48” Wolf stove with double ovens, and an oversized fridge and freezer. All new wide plank, distressed floors were added, as well as new interior doors of knotty alder. Massive 4 fold La Cantina doors border the amazing living room, and can be completely opened to both the interior courtyard and the back patio looking out to the spectacular views. The formal dining room is adjacent to a cozy den. Upstairs, the romantic master-suite has two walk-in closets and a luxurious master bath with heated floors, free-standing tub, and an oversized shower. Downstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and space for your extensive wine collection. The spacious driveway has room for 4 cars and leads to a finished, single car garage. Some of the other features include a spacious backyard, custom wrought iron railings, beamed ceilings, an outdoor kitchen and much more…

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Adlam

Vista Sotheby's International Realty License #00967574 Listed on: 04/20/2018

Vista Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Donald McVicar

DOMO Real Estate License #01424805

Last Buyer's Agent

Gayle Probst

Estate Properties License #01137236

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $37,900

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 6,971 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned PVR1*

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • White Water Ocean
  • Coastline
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights

Interior Spaces

  • 3,282 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet

Pool

  • Heated Pool
  • Spa

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Tax Tract Number 8045
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7540020009

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Stables

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$37,900

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: PVR1*
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7540020009
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3282.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 907.98
  • Room Type: Family Room, Laundry, Living Room, Master Suite, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Private

Exterior Features

  • View: City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
  • Pool Features: Private, Heated
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Golf, Stable(s)

Schools

  • School District: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lot 6500-9999
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6971.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 6703.24
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract Number: 8045

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2018
Closed on
Apr 30, 2018
Sold by
Whitmore Wendi
Bought by
Gibbs Margaret Poulson
Seller's Agent
Chris Adlam
Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gayle Probst
Estate Properties
List Price
$2,999,000
Sold Price
$2,980,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-0.63%
Current Estimated Value
$4,167,864

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,187,864
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2016
Sold by
Whitmore Wendi
Bought by
Whitmore Wendi and Amore Christopher E D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,481,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2013
Closed on
Jun 21, 2013
Sold by
Strauss William Steven Kent
Bought by
Rafferty Wendi Whitmore and Amore Christopher E D
Seller's Agent
Kevin Apor
Apor Properties
Buyer's Agent
Devra Zandell
Estate Properties
List Price
$1,799,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-5.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2006
Sold by
Strauss Carol Lee
Bought by
Strauss Suzanne Amanda

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 1999
Sold by
Trust Strauss William Tr William Strauss
Bought by
Strauss Carol Lee
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gibbs Margaret Poulson $2,975,000 Progressive Title
Whitmore Wendi -- Progressive Title
Rafferty Wendi Whitmore $1,700,000 Lawyers Title
Strauss Suzanne Amanda -- None Available
Strauss Carol Lee -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Whitmore Wendi $1,481,000
Previous Owner Raffety Wendi Whitmore $182,000
Previous Owner Rafferty Wendi Whitmore $1,360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/18/2018 05/18/18 Sold $2,980,000 -0.6% $908 / Sq Ft
04/23/2018 04/23/18 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2018 04/20/18 For Sale $2,999,000 +76.4% $914 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Sold $1,700,000 -5.5% $554 / Sq Ft
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2013 04/12/13 For Sale $1,799,000 0.0% $587 / Sq Ft
05/01/2012 05/01/12 Rented $5,200 -11.9% --
04/01/2012 04/01/12 Under Contract -- -- --
03/03/2012 03/03/12 For Rent $5,900 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $37,900 $3,385,037 $2,503,221 $881,816
2024 $37,900 $3,318,665 $2,454,139 $864,526
2023 $37,294 $3,253,594 $2,406,019 $847,575
2022 $35,418 $3,189,799 $2,358,843 $830,956
2021 $35,402 $3,127,255 $2,312,592 $814,663
2020 $34,925 $3,095,190 $2,288,880 $806,310
2019 $33,851 $3,034,500 $2,244,000 $790,500
2018 $21,917 $1,868,770 $1,508,316 $360,454
2016 $20,804 $1,796,206 $1,449,748 $346,458
2015 $20,588 $1,769,226 $1,427,972 $341,254
2014 $19,872 $1,700,000 $1,400,000 $300,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PV18092195

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7540-020-009