NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20181 Observation Dr Topanga, CA 90290

Estimated Value: $1,596,000 - $1,988,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,432 Sq Ft
$1,256/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 07, 2015

Last sale price $1,195,000 $834 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,199/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • 27,041 Sq Ft lot
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Garage Apartment
  • Canyon View
  • Post and Beam

About This Home

As of April 2015

CLASSIC TOPANGA WOOD AND GLASS HOME SITED HIGH ABOVE FERNWOOD DESIGNED TO CAPTURE 180 DEGREE CANYON & MOUNTAIN IVEWS. THIS 3 BEDROOM HOME WITH DETACHED GUEST STUDIO INCLUDES AN OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN-LIVING ROOM AREA WITH OPEN BEAMED CEILINGS FINISHED IN CLEAR DOUGLAS FIR AND REDWOOD WITH HUGE PICTURE WINDOWS AND VIEW DECK. FIREPLACE IN ENTRY FOYER AND CAST IRON WOOD STOVES IN THE LIVING ROOM AND MASTER BEDROOM. SHADED BY HUGE PINES AND SURROUNDED BY VERDANT GARDENS AND NATURAL ROCK OUTCROPPINGS IN THE CLIMATE PERFECT LOCATION. DETACHED 1 ROOM STUDIO WITH PRIVATE ENTRANCE AND GARAGE ABOVE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Oliver

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00894644 Listed on: 01/24/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Paul Ferra

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01227825

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Ferra

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01227825

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,060

Year Built

  • Built in 1934

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned LCR11L

Property Views

  • Canyon
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Post and Beam

Interior Spaces

  • 1,432 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Workshop
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Garage Apartment
  • Uncovered Parking

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Detached Guest House
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4447-032-015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,060

Year Built

Built in 1934

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Post & Beam
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 1432
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Number Of Photos: 1
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Maids Room: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Range/Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 834.50

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool: No
  • View: Canyon, Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Uncovered
  • Total Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4447-032-015
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 27041

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2023
Sold by
Siracusa Jon S and Siracusa Cambria L
Bought by
Garell Siracusa Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,797,879

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2015
Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Sold by
Youngfleisch Joseph O and Yungfleisch Patricia Mary
Bought by
Siracusa Jon and Garell Cambria
Seller's Agent
Melissa Oliver
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Ferra
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,195,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.07%
Original Mortgage
$836,500
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1999
Sold by
M Yungfleisch Joseph O
Bought by
Yungfleisch Joseph O and Yungfleisch Patricia Mary
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Garell Siracusa Trust -- --
Siracusa Jon $1,195,000 Equity Title
Yungfleisch Joseph O -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Siracusa Jon $777,500
Previous Owner Siracusa Jon $834,300
Previous Owner Siracusa Jon $843,000
Previous Owner Siracusa Jon $836,500
Previous Owner Yungfleisch Joseph O $250,000
Previous Owner Yungfleisch Joseph O $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2015 04/07/15 Sold $1,195,000 0.0% $834 / Sq Ft
01/28/2015 01/28/15 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2015 01/24/15 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $834 / 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 $17,060 $1,436,203 $1,077,213 $358,990
2024 $17,060 $1,408,043 $1,056,092 $351,951
2023 $16,705 $1,380,435 $1,035,385 $345,050
2022 $15,813 $1,353,369 $1,015,084 $338,285
2021 $15,647 $1,326,833 $995,181 $331,652
2019 $15,126 $1,287,480 $965,664 $321,816
2018 $15,036 $1,262,236 $946,730 $315,506
2016 $14,487 $1,213,223 $909,968 $303,255
2015 $5,791 $477,968 $212,416 $265,552
2014 $5,804 $468,607 $208,256 $260,351
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Melissa Oliver

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (310) 403-4455

    42 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Melissa Oliver
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  • P

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Paul Ferra

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (310) 455-1717

    44 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Paul Ferra
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 15-824143

The MLS

APN: 4447-032-015

California Los Angeles County Topanga 90290

20181 Observation Dr, Topanga, CA

This home is located at 20181 Observation Dr, Topanga, CA 90290 since 24 January 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,797,879, approximately $1,255 per square foot. This property was built in 1934. 20181 Observation Dr is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Woodland Hills Academy and Topanga Elementary Charter School.

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