NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1948 N Ardmore Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Estimated Value: $2,854,638 - $3,667,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,986 Sq Ft
$1,699/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 02, 2012

Last sale price $1,399,000 $704 Per Sq Ft

Est. 141% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,540/month

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Pacific Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Central Heating

About This Home

As of April 2012

Remodeled with an eye toward restoring it's iconic Mid-Century Modern style. Located in the Tree Section of Manhattan Beach, this home sits high above the street which allows it to have views of the Santa Monica mountains, valley and beautiful sunsets. The open floor plan features a Great room that opens up to an expansive backyard, and to the views off the deck at the front of the house. The front and back yard were professionally landscaped by Jones Potik with old growth trees, lawn, patio, wood deck and outdoor fire pit which is the perfect place for an evening glass of wine. The essence of California Indoor/Outdoor living. The star of the house is the custom designed cooks kitchen with a massive center island that is perfect for entertaining as well as feeding the family. The kitchen features custom built cabinets, two sinks, GE Monogram Appliances, two ovens, a pantry and an abundance of extra storage. The large master suite features 2 closets, a large wood burning fireplace, center cut cherry hardwood floors, and sliding glass doors that open to an intimate outdoor deck. Downstairs there is bonus space that has been finished into an office.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darin DeRenzis

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty License #01760239 Listed on: 03/07/2012

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Forbes

Compass License #01295248

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,646

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 5,392

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,986 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • City Lights Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • 5,392 Sq Ft Lot
  • Central Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Tax Tract Number 6174
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4171002026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,646

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4171002026
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1986.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 704.43

Exterior Features

  • View: City Lights
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5392.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1240

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5392.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Tract Number: 6174

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2012
Closed on
Mar 8, 2012
Sold by
Klawin Todd
Bought by
Kouri Janne and Moffat Susan
Seller's Agent
Darin DeRenzis
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Forbes
Compass
Sold Price
$1,399,000
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$3,373,410

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,974,410
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2008
Sold by
Le Sage Jeffrey A
Bought by
Klawin Todd and Klawin Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$983,200
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2003
Sold by
Lesage Jeffrey A
Bought by
Lesage Jeffrey A and Lesage Sylvia G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$768,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2002
Sold by
Lautanen Scott K
Bought by
Lesage Jeffrey and Lesage Sylvia G

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
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2001
Sold by
Lautanen Scott K
Bought by
Lautanen Scott K and Lautanen Michelle R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$459,000
Interest Rate
7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2000
Sold by
Lautanen Scott
Bought by
Lautanen Scott K and Lautanen Michelle

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2000
Sold by
Brooks James R
Bought by
Lautanen Scott and Lautanen Michelle

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
8.3%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 1995
Sold by
Erickson Eric
Bought by
Brooks James R and Brooks Kim

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Source: Public Records

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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
Kouri Janne $1,379,000 Usa National Title Co
Klawin Todd $1,229,000 Lawyers Title
Lesage Jeffrey A -- North American Title Co
Lesage Jeffrey $850,000 Gateway Title Company
Lautanen Scott K -- Investors Title
Lautanen Scott K -- --
Lautanen Scott $717,000 --
Brooks James R $395,000 Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kouri Janne $250,000
Previous Owner Klawin Todd $983,200
Previous Owner Le Sage Jeffrey A $475,000
Previous Owner Lesage Jeffrey A $768,000
Previous Owner Le Sage Jeffrey A $100,000
Previous Owner Lesage Jeffrey $637,000
Previous Owner Lautanen Scott K $459,000
Previous Owner Lautanen Scott $450,000
Previous Owner Brooks James R $316,000
Closed Lautanen Scott $110,000
Closed Lesage Jeffrey $170,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2012 04/02/12 Sold $1,399,000 -- $704 / Sq Ft
03/07/2012 03/07/12 Pending -- -- --
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
2024 $19,646 $1,698,130 $1,327,105 $371,025
2023 $19,104 $1,664,834 $1,301,084 $363,750
2022 $18,776 $1,632,191 $1,275,573 $356,618
2021 $18,466 $1,600,188 $1,250,562 $349,626
2019 $17,974 $1,552,728 $1,213,471 $339,257
2018 $17,600 $1,522,283 $1,189,678 $332,605
2016 $16,322 $1,463,173 $1,143,482 $319,691
2015 $15,985 $1,441,195 $1,126,306 $314,889
2014 $15,763 $1,412,965 $1,104,244 $308,721
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: V12035035

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 4171-002-026