$1,620,000
SOLD JUN 19, 2017
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,414 Sq Ft
8,108 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$671 Per Sq Ft

25% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • In Ground Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wine Cellar
  • Mountain View
  • Tuscan Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2022

This rare & stunning example of Italianate architecture was built in 1922 by the family of President William Howard Taft. A Tuscan exterior & an interior characterized by classic Craftsman features are surrounded by lush grounds & high walls, creating a lavish, secluded retreat in the heart of Hollywood. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home boasts rich mahogany woodwork, Batchelder hearths, a formal dining room w/ pocket doors, a solarium, & a remodeled gourmet kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances including an 8-burner/dual-oven range. In addition to spacious bedrooms & luxurious baths, the home offers a laundry room, office space, & a wine cellar. Both the grand front patio & tropical backyard were designed w/ relaxation in mind. The pool, spa, & fire pit are as equally conducive to entertaining as they are to quiet evenings at home. Beyond the main house, situated at the end of the long private driveway, is a one bedroom/one bath guest cottage perfect for independent guests or relatives.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Clark

Backbeat Homes License #01482283 Listed on: 05/11/2017

Co-Listed By

Allie Altschuler

License #01964675

Last Buyer's Agent

Colin Benward

Compass License #01979370

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $39,739

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 8,108 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LARD1.5

Home Design

  • Tuscan Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,414 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Detached Guest House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5586-030-011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$39,739

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Tuscan
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Exclusions: Wine Fridge in Wine Cellar
  • Living Area: 2414
  • Probate: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Number Of Photos: 33
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins
  • Fireplace Rooms: Decorative
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Gas, Microwave, Oven-Gas, Range Hood
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Tile
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area, Living Room
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Laundry: In Unit, Inside, Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Price Per S Q F T: 538.11

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Private
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa: In Ground, Private
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Driveway
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5586-030-011
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8108

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 0

MLS Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2017
Closed on
May 26, 2017
Sold by
Clark Steven B
Bought by
Tramell Stone Llc
Seller's Agent
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
Buyer's Agent
Colin Benward
Compass
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,620,000
Premium/Discount to List
$321,000
24.71%
Current Estimated Value
$3,007,938

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,387,938
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2009
Sold by
Clark Steven B
Bought by
Clark Steven B and The Steven B Clark Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2005
Sold by
Miecke Gary
Bought by
Clark Steven B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$780,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2003
Sold by
Miecke Patricia
Bought by
Miecke Gary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$405,600
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2003
Sold by
Flint Joyce A
Bought by
Miecke Gary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$405,600
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2000
Sold by
Karp Sylvia
Bought by
Karp Sylvia and Flint Joyce A
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
Grant Deed $1,620,000 Dar Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $975,000 Commonwealth Land
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title
Grant Deed $507,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $850,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $856,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $331,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $206,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $97,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $780,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $675,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $405,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $50,700 No Value Available
Closed $97,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/10/2022 06/10/22 Sold $3,150,000 +5.1% $1,161 / Sq Ft
05/12/2022 05/12/22 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2022 05/05/22 Price Changed $2,997,000 -11.2% $1,105 / Sq Ft
04/13/2022 04/13/22 For Sale $3,375,000 +108.3% $1,244 / Sq Ft
06/19/2017 06/19/17 Sold $1,620,000 +24.7% $671 / Sq Ft
05/19/2017 05/19/17 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2017 05/11/17 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $538 / 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 $39,739 $3,342,804 $2,493,838 $848,966
2024 $39,739 $3,277,260 $2,444,940 $832,320
2023 $38,959 $3,213,000 $2,397,000 $816,000
2022 $22,548 $1,903,462 $1,279,565 $623,897
2021 $22,275 $1,866,140 $1,254,476 $611,664
2019 $20,128 $1,685,448 $1,217,268 $468,180
2018 $20,056 $1,652,400 $1,193,400 $459,000
2016 $14,276 $1,176,565 $677,056 $499,509
2015 $11,732 $963,000 $554,000 $409,000
2014 $10,850 $868,600 $499,900 $368,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 17-230178

The MLS

APN: 5586-030-011