$2,300,000
SOLD JUN 3, 2021

2001 Balmer Dr Los Angeles, CA 90039

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,680 Sq Ft
8,323 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,369 Per Sq Ft

21% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Reservoir Views
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Ivanhoe Elementary Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of June 2025

In prime Silver Lake this stunning mid-century modern by the Reservoir is a dream made real. The light-filled residence of 1961 vintage is a showcase of iconic motifs including clerestory windows, exposed-beam ceilings, built-ins and a gorgeous fireplace centerpiece. Glass sliders provide unobstructed waterfront vistas and seamless balcony access, the perfect spot for morning coffee in a postcard setting. Stylish updates to the kitchen and baths include custom cabinetry and beautiful tile work. Three bedrooms can accommodate your home office and visitors, and you can sequester on the private rear patio surrounded by mature landscaping. Use the extra-large garage for your creative studio, gym or gear storage; theres abundant off-street parking on the driveway. Located in the coveted Ivanhoe Elementary school district, this home offers Silver Lake Reservoir recreation right outside the door along with coffee, dining and groceries at nearby LA Mill, Alimento, Whole Foods 365 and more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Do

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01350025 Listed on: 05/11/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Ronda Doyal

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01912802

Last Buyer's Agent

Daria Greenbaum

Compass License #02007115

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 8,323 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Reservoir
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,680 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5431-020-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,622

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 1680
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1911
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Number Of Photos: 42
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Decorative
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: In Closet
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Built-Ins, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1127.98

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Reservoir, Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Other Spaces: 3
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway, Garage Is Attached
  • Total Parking: 5

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5431-020-010
  • Lot Size Area: 8323

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2021
Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Wilkinson Michael Charles and Martin Timothy John
Bought by
Cornish Charlotte and Apted Huw
Seller's Agent
Tracy Do
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daria Greenbaum
Compass
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$405,000
21.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.40%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2013
Closed on
Aug 6, 2013
Sold by
Lubensky Dean C and Lubensky Nathalie T
Bought by
Wilkinson Michael Charles and Martin Timothy John
Seller's Agent
Mika Lequericabeascoa
Nourmand & Associates-HW
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Leider
The Agency
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,226,000
Premium/Discount to List
$127,000
11.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.45%
Original Mortgage
$626,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2004
Sold by
Blyth Richard and The Donald & Marion Blyth Trus
Bought by
Lubensky Dean C and Lubensky Nathalie T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 $2,300,000 Provident Title Company
Grant Deed $1,226,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $850,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $937,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $626,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $490,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $210,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $680,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Sold $2,395,000 -0.2% $1,426 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $2,399,000 +4.3% $1,428 / Sq Ft
06/03/2021 06/03/21 Sold $2,300,000 +21.4% $1,369 / Sq Ft
05/20/2021 05/20/21 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2021 05/11/21 For Sale $1,895,000 0.0% $1,128 / Sq Ft
11/18/2013 11/18/13 Rented $5,400 +2.9% --
11/18/2013 11/18/13 Under Contract -- -- --
11/06/2013 11/06/13 For Rent $5,250 0.0% --
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Sold $1,226,000 +11.6% $730 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2013 07/18/13 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $654 / 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
2024 $29,622 $2,440,777 $1,952,622 $488,155
2023 $29,040 $2,392,920 $1,914,336 $478,584
2022 $27,677 $2,346,000 $1,876,800 $469,200
2021 $16,638 $1,388,450 $1,058,213 $330,237
2020 $16,810 $1,374,214 $1,047,363 $326,851
2019 $16,138 $1,347,270 $1,026,827 $320,443
2018 $16,064 $1,320,854 $1,006,694 $314,160
2016 $15,368 $1,269,564 $967,603 $301,961
2015 $15,143 $1,250,495 $953,069 $297,426
2014 $16,416 $1,226,000 $934,400 $291,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 21-727838

The MLS

APN: 5431-020-010