251 S Ardmore Ave Los Angeles, CA 90004
Koreatown Neighborhood
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,899
Sq Ft
7,997
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City Lights View
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Craftsman Architecture
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of May 2019Exquisitely remodeled and restored two story craft style home located in prime Mid Wilshire with minutes away from Larchmont and Downtown. This home features five beds, den/office, 2-1/2 baths. Rare two beds, den, 1-1/2 baths at downstairs and upstairs consists of three beds and game room (6th bed) with city lights, views of iconic Hollywood sign and Griffith Observatory. Huge covered front porch leads to the bright living room and formal dining room with full of old time built-in cabinetry, a decorative fireplace and beamed high ceiling. New kitchen with Quartz counter tops, white cabinets and top of the line built-in stainless-steel appliances, new floors, recessed lights, crown moldings, dual pane windows and custom window blinds throughout. Updated plumbing and electrical panel(200 amp), freshly painted interior and exterior. Rear deck from master bedroom access is perfect for morning coffee and relaxing. Huge attic and basement. Fenced with automated gate.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
WIN Realty & Properties License #01851796 Listed on: 02/05/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,844
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 7,997 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Property is zoned LAR1
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,899 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Decorative Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Blinds
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- City Lights Views
- Attic
- Basement
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Remodeled Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 8 Parking Spaces
- Automatic Gate
- Guest Parking
Additional Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Central Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5517-020-010
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2019
Sold by
Watts Robert J and Watts Hillary H
Bought by
Watts Hunter Hewson and Watts Tyler Randall
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 5, 2019
Closed on
May 2, 2019
Sold by
Moon James B and Moon Grace K
Bought by
Watts Hillary H and Watts Robert J
Seller's Agent
Yvonne Kim
WIN Realty & Properties
Buyer's Agent
nick collins
The Agency
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-3.77%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$663,598
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,261,759
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 29, 2015
Closed on
Nov 23, 2015
Sold by
Shibata Noriko
Bought by
Moon James B and Moon Grace K
Seller's Agent
Tetsuji Okuyama
Berkshire Hathaway HSCP
Buyer's Agent
Yvonne Kim
WIN Realty & Properties
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-6.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.37%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2003
Sold by
Akimoto Ryoichi
Bought by
Shibata Renzo and Shibata Noriko
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
4.85%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 1997
Sold by
Shibata Noriko
Bought by
Shibata Renzo and Shibata Noriko
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,100
Interest Rate
3.95%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,250,000 | Provident Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $750,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Landamerica Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Coast Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $544,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $450,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $170,100 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Price Changed | $1,850,000 | -2.6% | $638 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Price Changed | $1,900,000 | -2.6% | $655 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Price Changed | $1,949,999 | -2.5% | $673 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2025 03/24/25 | For Sale | $1,999,999 | +60.0% | $690 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2019 05/15/19 | Sold | $1,250,000 | -3.8% | $431 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2019 04/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/05/2019 02/05/19 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | +73.2% | $448 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2015 12/31/15 | Sold | $750,000 | -6.1% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2015 11/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/29/2015 10/29/15 | For Sale | $799,000 | +6.5% | $276 / Sq Ft |
| 10/22/2015 10/22/15 | Off Market | $750,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2015 10/07/15 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -5.9% | $276 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2015 09/11/15 | For Sale | $849,000 | 0.0% | $293 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2015 09/03/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2015 08/29/15 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.6% | $293 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2015 07/19/15 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $310 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
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 | $16,844 | $1,367,053 | $1,093,645 | $273,408 |
| 2023 | $16,523 | $1,340,249 | $1,072,201 | $268,048 |
| 2022 | $15,760 | $1,313,971 | $1,051,178 | $262,793 |
| 2021 | $15,559 | $1,288,208 | $1,030,567 | $257,641 |
| 2019 | $5,431 | $795,905 | $509,379 | $286,526 |
| 2018 | $9,568 | $780,300 | $499,392 | $280,908 |
| 2016 | $9,214 | $750,000 | $480,000 | $270,000 |
| 2015 | $7,166 | $578,022 | $406,588 | $171,434 |
| 2014 | $7,196 | $566,700 | $398,624 | $168,076 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Yvonne Kim
Seller's Agent in 2019
Yvonne Kim
WIN Realty & Properties
(323) 470-2799
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
nick collins
Buyer's Agent in 2019
nick collins
The Agency
(310) 433-4946
48 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2015
Tetsuji Okuyama
Berkshire Hathaway HSCP
(310) 755-6460
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 19-431200
APN: 5517-020-010
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