Seller's Agent in 2025
Steve Smith
Compass
(310) 418-1741
9 in this area
83 Total Sales
308 Via Almar Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,667
Sq Ft
6,987
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Dual Staircase
- Spanish Architecture
- Montemalaga Elementary School Rated A+
- Deck
- 3-minute walk to Civic Center Park
About This Home
As of July 2025This Lower Malaga Cove Jewel is located on one of the most sought after streets in Palos Verdes Estates. Enjoy the unobstructed ocean view from the Living Room, Sun Porch and Master Bedroom. You can walk to Malaga Cove Plaza with its shops and restaurants as well as the bluffs, The Beach Club, and the path leading to R.A.T. Beach. This 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home has a wonderfull Floor Plan with the galley kitchen opening to the Family Room. The backyard offers equal space for sun and shade under a mature eucalyptus tree. It is decked, has a barbecue and lots of room for entertaining. The Master Bedroom is spacious with its own bathroom and generous walk-in closet. With 3 additional bedrooms, this is the perfect home for a family with growing children, or for the professional couple who need home office space and guest rooms. Don't miss this opportunity to consider living on one of Palos Verdes favorite streets
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Patricia Sullivan
Vista Sotheby's International Realty License #01462636 Listed on: 02/02/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,680
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 6,987 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bluff
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,667 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Bay Window
- Formal Entry
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Enclosed Glass Porch
Utilities
- Central Heating
- 220 Volts in Garage
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Tax Tract Number 6885
- Assessor Parcel Number 7539012002
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Nanci Ann Browning Trust and Browning Nanci Ann
Bought by
Donna Castorino Family Trust and Castorino
Seller's Agent
Steve Smith
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Christin Moses
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,750,000
Sold Price
$3,633,920
Premium/Discount to List
-$116,080
-3.1%
Views
102
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.29%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 2, 2015
Closed on
Mar 20, 2015
Sold by
Kinnel Marlys J
Bought by
Browning Nanci Ann
Seller's Agent
Patricia Sullivan
Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steve Smith
Compass
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,870,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-4.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.68%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 1996
Sold by
Kinnel John E
Bought by
Kinnel John E and Kinnel Marlys J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,634,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,870,000 | Usa National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Sold | $3,633,920 | -3.1% | $1,363 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | For Sale | $3,750,000 | +100.5% | $1,406 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2015 04/01/15 | Sold | $1,870,000 | -4.1% | $701 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2015 03/17/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2015 03/13/15 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | 0.0% | $731 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2015 02/13/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/02/2015 02/02/15 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | -- | $731 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,680 | $2,247,446 | $1,548,097 | $699,349 |
| 2024 | $25,680 | $2,203,380 | $1,517,743 | $685,637 |
| 2023 | $25,239 | $2,160,178 | $1,487,984 | $672,194 |
| 2022 | $23,987 | $2,117,822 | $1,458,808 | $659,014 |
| 2021 | $23,986 | $2,076,297 | $1,430,204 | $646,093 |
| 2020 | $23,664 | $2,055,009 | $1,415,540 | $639,469 |
| 2019 | $22,962 | $2,014,716 | $1,387,785 | $626,931 |
| 2018 | $22,845 | $1,975,213 | $1,360,574 | $614,639 |
| 2016 | $21,694 | $1,898,516 | $1,307,743 | $590,773 |
| 2015 | $4,533 | $284,810 | $150,693 | $134,117 |
| 2014 | -- | $279,232 | $147,742 | $131,490 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Steve Smith
-
Christin Moses
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christin Moses
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(310) 489-5530
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
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P
Seller's Agent in 2015
Patricia Sullivan
Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PV15022421
APN: 7539-012-002
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