NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3557 Helms Ave Culver City, CA 90232

Lucerne-Higuera Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,490,000 - $3,151,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,535 Sq Ft
$1,061/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2020

Last sale price $2,200,000 $868 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,945/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • Linwood E. Howe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Tudor Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2020

Meticulously renovated 1920s Tudor modernized into a designer turnkey compound on a quiet street in Culver Citys most exciting neighborhood. Savor your expansive lot boasting a 3BD/3BA Main House adorned w/ high-end finishes, marble fireplaces, premier appliances & the security & convenience of the finest smart home features. Enjoy indoor/outdoor living as Andersen windows & doors flood natural light onto European White Oak floors opening up to a lush private garden & tranquil backyard. Seek refuge in spa-like baths clad in Italian marble & a grand master suite. Find respite in the Guest House w/ independent address, perfect as a secluded WFH office or an opportunity to generate income as a rental property. Renowned public schools & independent police & fire depts. Delight in living in one of LAs premier walkable neighborhoods home to the historic studio lots of Screenland, Helms Bakery, Platform, Ivy Station,The Culver Steps & Downtown Culver City. More at 3557helms.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ally Jaret

Compass License #01279883 Listed on: 11/16/2020

Compass

Co-Listed By

Adam Jaret

Compass License #01786090

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Layton

Better Homes Realty/North Vlly License #991244

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5,393 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x120
  • Property is zoned CCR2YY

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,535 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property Views
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Alarm System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Auto Driveway Gate
  • Driveway

Additional Homes

  • Detached Guest House

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Card or Code Access

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4206-006-022

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,427

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Tudor
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: Meticulously renovated 1920s Tudor modernized into a designer turnkey compound on a quiet street in Culver Citys most exciting neighborhood. Savor your expansive lot boasting a 3BD/3BA Main House adorned w/ high-end finishes, marble fireplaces, premier appliances & the security & convenience of the finest smart home features. Enjoy indoor/outdoor living as Andersen windows & doors flood natural light onto European White Oak floors opening up to a lush private garden & tranquil backyard. Seek refuge in spa-like baths clad in Italian marble & a grand master suite. Find respite in the Guest House w/ independent address, perfect as a secluded WFH office or an opportunity to generate income as a rental property. Renowned public schools & independent police & fire depts. Delight in living in one of LAs premier walkable neighborhoods home to the historic studio lots of Screenland, Helms Bakery, Platform, Ivy Station,The Culver Steps & Downtown Culver City. More at 3557helms.com
  • Living Area: 2535
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1238
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x120
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Number Of Photos: 30
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Great Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning, Gas
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 4
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: Master Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 1
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 905.33
  • Windows: Skylights, Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: GuestHouse
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 4
  • Parking Garage: Driveway - Concrete, Uncovered, Driveway - Combination, Driveway Gate
  • Total Parking: 4

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Tankless
  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Security: Card/Code Access, Exterior Security Lights, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Sewer: In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4206-006-022
  • Lot Size Area: 5393

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2020
Closed on
Feb 3, 2021
Sold by
Norton Richard and Norton Suzanne
Bought by
Norton Megan K
Seller's Agent
Ally Jaret
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brian Layton
Better Homes Realty/North Vlly
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-4.14%
Current Estimated Value
$2,675,192

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$475,192
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.41%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$885,549
Interest Rate
1.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,804,299

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2020
Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Odell Steven
Bought by
Norton Richard and Norton Suzanne
Seller's Agent
Ally Jaret
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brian Layton
Better Homes Realty/North Vlly
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-4.14%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2018
Closed on
Nov 9, 2018
Sold by
Vanesa O Dell
Bought by
Steven O Dell
Seller's Agent
Adam Schenck
Freemanfoxx Realty
Buyer's Agent
Adam Jaret
Compass
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-9.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.32%
Original Mortgage
$941,500
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2018
Closed on
Oct 11, 2018
Sold by
Hamilton Michael
Bought by
Steven O Dell
Seller's Agent
Adam Schenck
Freemanfoxx Realty
Buyer's Agent
Adam Jaret
Compass
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-9.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$941,500
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 1999
Sold by
Hamilton Kim L
Bought by
Hamilton Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,800
Interest Rate
6.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 1998
Sold by
Friebert Dorothy I
Bought by
Friebert Steven Gary and Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 1996
Sold by
Friebert Dorothy I
Bought by
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1996
Sold by
Friebert Dorothy I
Bought by
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 1994
Sold by
Friebert Alfred
Bought by
Friebert Dorothy Ida
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
Norton Megan K -- Equity Title Los Angeles
Norton Richard $2,200,000 First American Title Company
Steven O Dell -- Orange Coast Title Company
Steven O Dell $1,345,000 Orange Coast Title Company O
Hamilton Michael -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Hamilton Michael $259,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Friebert Steven Gary -- --
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust -- --
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust -- --
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust -- --
The Dorothy Ida Friebert Trust -- --
Friebert Dorothy Ida -- --
Friebert Dorothy Ida -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Norton Megan K $1,000,000
Previous Owner Steven O Dell $941,500
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael J $100,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael J $526,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $521,500
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael J $250,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $442,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $200,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $100,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael J $256,490
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $255,000
Previous Owner Hamilton Michael $232,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Sold $2,200,000 -4.1% $868 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2020 11/16/20 For Sale $2,295,000 +70.0% $905 / Sq Ft
11/15/2018 11/15/18 Sold $1,350,000 -3.5% $624 / Sq Ft
10/05/2018 10/05/18 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2018 10/03/18 Price Changed $1,399,000 -6.4% $646 / Sq Ft
09/05/2018 09/05/18 Price Changed $1,495,000 -0.3% $691 / Sq Ft
08/08/2018 08/08/18 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $692 / 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 $28,427 $2,417,069 $1,677,769 $739,300
2024 $28,427 $2,369,676 $1,644,872 $724,804
2023 $27,231 $2,323,213 $1,612,620 $710,593
2022 $25,868 $2,277,660 $1,581,000 $696,660
2021 $25,416 $2,200,000 $1,400,000 $800,000
2020 $16,000 $1,371,900 $1,097,520 $274,380
2019 $15,934 $1,345,000 $1,076,000 $269,000
2018 $6,981 $532,156 $285,474 $246,682
2016 $6,501 $511,494 $274,390 $237,104
2015 $6,488 $503,812 $270,269 $233,543
2014 $6,508 $493,944 $264,975 $228,969
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ally Jaret

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Ally Jaret

    Compass

    (310) 562-4072

    1 in this area

    28 Total Sales

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  • Adam Jaret

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Adam Jaret

    Compass

    (310) 562-4073

    1 in this area

    32 Total Sales

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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Brian Layton

    Better Homes Realty/North Vlly

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Non-Member (Madera)

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Adam Schenck

    Freemanfoxx Realty

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  • Paul Munoz

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Paul Munoz

    Freemanfoxx Realty

    (213) 595-7231

    63 Total Sales

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 20-660328

The MLS

APN: 4206-006-022

California Los Angeles County Culver City 90232 Lucerne-Higuera

3557 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA

This home is located at 3557 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 since 16 November 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,689,848, approximately $1,061 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 3557 Helms Ave is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Linwood E. Howe Elementary School, Culver City Middle School, and Culver City High School.

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