1944 N Ardmore Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Estimated Value: $3,044,000 - $3,543,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,200
Sq Ft
$1,502/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Heated Spa
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Updated Kitchen
- Pacific Elementary School Rated A
- City Lights View
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of September 2020Steps from the lovely Greenbelt trail, this coastal contemporary home is close to award-winning schools, beautiful parks & is 5 short blocks to downtown which features the best in dining, shopping, nightlife & of course, the beach & legendary Pier. Perched up at one of the highest points in Manhattan Beach, adjacent to the Sand Section & perfectly situated to appreciate all this storied beach town has to offer. This home was recently redesigned with high quality materials & thoughtful upgrades. The big, open concept great room is perfectly designed for seamless entertaining & comfortable family living. The beautifully updated kitchen with its expansive granite-topped center island & Viking range sits across from the formal dining area & is steps from a broad front balcony. A distinctive stone fireplace sits adjacent to the cozy family room which provides access to the private backyard with big shade trees, a hot tub, children's garden & a sunny terraced area for your kitchen garden. The top floor is an impressive suite, with custom built-in closets, a marble-lined bath with jacuzzi tub, & a massive northwest-facing wraparound deck, perfect for taking in sunset views from Santa Monica to the snow-capped mountains. Drenched in natural light, custom walnut hardwood floors, & LED lighting throughout. Other features include a large 4+ car garage wired for EV charging, a new tankless water heater, A/C, surround sound, & a 200 amp electrical panel.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Beach City Brokers License #01139207 Listed on: 06/10/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,803
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 4,039 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned MNRS
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Property Views
- City Lights
- Mountain
- Park or Greenbelt
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Turnkey
Interior Spaces
- 2,200 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Built-In Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Instant Hot Water
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Heated Spa
- Above Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Mira Costa High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 2333
- Assessor Parcel Number 4171002027
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2020
Closed on
Aug 20, 2020
Sold by
Cowden Lee and Miller Pauline
Bought by
Santos Joel Martin and Santos Bethany Lynn
Seller's Agent
Gary Elminoufi
Beach City Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Holly Messer
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,212,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$382,500
-14.74%
Total Days on Market
54
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
$1,092,317
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,770,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,591,153
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,678,635
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 9, 2015
Closed on
Mar 17, 2015
Sold by
Piliero Philip C
Bought by
Cowden Lee and Miller Pauline
Seller's Agent
Kevin Pratt
Strand Hill Properties
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Barberi
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$2,150,000
Sold Price
$2,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-6.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2012
Sold by
Piliero Philip C
Bought by
Piliero Philip C and Piliero Katherine E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$593,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2011
Sold by
Piliero Katherine Elizabeth
Bought by
Piliero Philip C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2010
Sold by
Piliero Philip C
Bought by
Piliero Philip C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$729,000
Interest Rate
4.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2008
Sold by
Piliero Caroline H
Bought by
Piliero Philip C
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2005
Sold by
Beach Investments
Bought by
Dugan John
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
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2005
Sold by
Dugan John and Dugan Aurora
Bought by
Piliero Philip C
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
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 1995
Sold by
Dugan John and Dugan Aurora
Bought by
Beach Investments
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santos Joel Martin | $2,212,500 | Lawyers Title | |
| Cowden Lee | $2,000,000 | Usa National Title Co | |
| Piliero Philip C | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Piliero Philip C | -- | None Available | |
| Piliero Philip C | -- | None Available | |
| Piliero Philip C | -- | None Available | |
| Dugan John | -- | Progressive Title Co Inc | |
| Piliero Philip C | $1,250,000 | Progressive Title | |
| Beach Investments | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Santos Joel Martin | $300,000 | |
| Open | Santos Joel Martin | $1,770,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Piliero Philip C | $593,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Piliero Philip C | $625,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Piliero Philip C | $729,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Piliero Philip C | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Piliero Philip C | $999,999 | |
| Previous Owner | Beach Investments | $50,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/02/2020 09/02/20 | Sold | $2,212,500 | -3.8% | $1,006 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2020 08/03/20 | Price Changed | $2,299,000 | -4.0% | $1,045 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Price Changed | $2,395,000 | -4.0% | $1,089 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2020 07/15/20 | Price Changed | $2,495,000 | -3.9% | $1,134 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2020 06/10/20 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $1,180 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | Rented | $7,850 | +4.7% | -- |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | For Rent | $7,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/29/2015 04/29/15 | Sold | $2,000,000 | +0.1% | $927 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2015 03/12/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/10/2015 03/10/15 | Price Changed | $1,999,000 | -7.0% | $926 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2015 02/09/15 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | -- | $996 / 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 | $26,803 | $2,347,922 | $1,878,338 | $469,584 |
| 2023 | $26,107 | $2,301,885 | $1,841,508 | $460,377 |
| 2022 | $25,655 | $2,256,750 | $1,805,400 | $451,350 |
| 2021 | $25,205 | $2,212,500 | $1,770,000 | $442,500 |
| 2020 | $25,140 | $2,197,873 | $1,702,913 | $494,960 |
| 2019 | $24,692 | $2,154,778 | $1,669,523 | $485,255 |
| 2018 | $24,206 | $2,112,529 | $1,636,788 | $475,741 |
| 2016 | $22,530 | $2,030,499 | $1,573,231 | $457,268 |
| 2015 | $16,003 | $1,449,757 | $1,159,809 | $289,948 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,421,359 | $1,137,090 | $284,269 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Gary Elminoufi
Seller's Agent in 2020
Gary Elminoufi
Beach City Brokers
(310) 543-3536
6 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Holly Messer
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Holly Messer
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(310) 349-3000
17 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Kevin Pratt
Seller's Agent in 2015
Kevin Pratt
Strand Hill Properties
(310) 738-2348
22 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Anthony Barberi
Seller's Agent in 2015
Anthony Barberi
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
(310) 529-2344
21 in this area
47 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SB20111150
APN: 4171-002-027
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