NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,105,000 - $1,384,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,260 Sq Ft
$953/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2021

Last sale price $1,055,000 $837 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,415/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shed
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry Room
  • Gated Home
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

About This Home

As of December 2021

Mid-century gem! Functional open layout w/ post & beam chic. Updated designer “smart” kitchen. Brilliant daylighting & views via full-height windows. Tandem garage w/ interior connection has tons of storage, bonus space & dry bar. Huge backyard w/ mature trees, seasonal greenery, entertaining areas & storage shed. Wrap-around deck & private entry for main level set above street. Updated heating, electrical & plumbing supply. Cable & FO gigabit internet. Original blueprints by SF architects Sabaroff & Dow. Nestled amongst the low rolling hills of View Heights, the Pera Residence is a Mid-Century gem designed in 1954 by San Francisco architects Bernard J. Sabaroff and Harold C. Dow, who designed “modern” homes throughout California between 1953 and 1958. The structure perfectly occupies its lot to take full advantage of slopes and views, maximizing usable open space in a large backyard that features mature trees, seasonally lush greenery, a 10x12 storage shed, and two separate hard-surface areas for entertaining and relaxing. The thoughtful design tucks a secluded entry along the higher side of the site to position the main level of the house above street level for excellent privacy. Inside, the functional open-concept layout, recently updated with a designer “smart” kitchen and utility space, features original exposed post-and-beam chic with brilliant daylighting throughout thanks to the original custom floor-to-ceiling windows. Both the windows and the wrap-around deck/balcony provide tree-level views out to the city beyond, including Baldwin Hills to the north and DTLA to the northeast. Partially tucked into the site below the main level, and accessed via an interior stair, the tandem two-car garage offers tons of storage and a lightly converted bonus space with a dry bar perfect for entertaining or hobbies. A nearly full-height “crawl space” can be accessed from the garage and provides convenient access to most interior utilities, including the water heater and furnace. The recently replaced forced-air furnace can accommodate the future addition of an add-on air-conditioning unit. However, the commercial-grade “cool roof” coating maintains reasonable temperatures even during hot summer afternoons. The wood-burning fireplace is fully functional. The electrical system was upgraded to modern service and wiring in the early 2000s, and plumbing supply lines were replaced with copper throughout. The house is wired for Spectrum cable as well as AT&T fiber optic internet (gigabit). Three sets of the architects’ original 1954 construction blueprints are included, one of which features partial pencil sketches of the revised/as-built layout for the entry area and bathrooms. The neighborhood is family and pet friendly; within walking distance of multiple parks, eateries, and public transportation; and within short drives of multiple freeways and LAX airport, making it an incredibly convenient place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Torres

Shore Management Inc License #02006826 Listed on: 11/11/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,601

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5,939 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Membrane Roofing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,260 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4003-018-008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,601

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Cross Street: Mecham Way
  • Neighborhood: Park Mesa Heights
  • Supplement: Nestled amongst the low rolling hills of View Heights, the Pera Residence is a Mid-Century gem designed in 1954 by San Francisco architects Bernard J. Sabaroff and Harold C. Dow, who designed “modern” homes throughout California between 1953 and 1958. The structure perfectly occupies its lot to take full advantage of slopes and views, maximizing usable open space in a large backyard that features mature trees, seasonally lush greenery, a 10x12 storage shed, and two separate hard-surface areas for entertaining and relaxing. The thoughtful design tucks a secluded entry along the higher side of the site to position the main level of the house above street level for excellent privacy. Inside, the functional open-concept layout, recently updated with a designer “smart” kitchen and utility space, features original exposed post-and-beam chic with brilliant daylighting throughout thanks to the original custom floor-to-ceiling windows. Both the windows and the wrap-around deck/balcony provide tree-level views out to the city beyond, including Baldwin Hills to the north and DTLA to the northeast. Partially tucked into the site below the main level, and accessed via an interior stair, the tandem two-car garage offers tons of storage and a lightly converted bonus space with a dry bar perfect for entertaining or hobbies. A nearly full-height “crawl space” can be accessed from the garage and provides convenient access to most interior utilities, including the water heater and furnace. The recently replaced forced-air furnace can accommodate the future addition of an add-on air-conditioning unit. However, the commercial-grade “cool roof” coating maintains reasonable temperatures even during hot summer afternoons. The wood-burning fireplace is fully functional. The electrical system was upgraded to modern service and wiring in the early 2000s, and plumbing supply lines were replaced with copper throughout. The house is wired for Spectrum cable as well as AT&T fiber optic internet (gigabit). Three sets of the architects’ original 1954 construction blueprints are included, one of which features partial pencil sketches of the revised/as-built layout for the entry area and bathrooms. The neighborhood is family and pet friendly; within walking distance of multiple parks, eateries, and public transportation; and within short drives of multiple freeways and LAX airport, making it an incredibly convenient place to call home.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 734.13
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 837.3
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 837.3
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Area, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1260
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Gate
  • Roof: Flat, Membrane

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Tandem
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community: OUT OF AREA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Topography: Slope Gentle
  • Zoning: LAR1
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4003-018-008
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 5939
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.14
  • Map Code Column: D
  • Map Code Page: 673
  • Map Code Row: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2011
Sold by
Ellars Natalee Chandra
Bought by
Ellars Michael
Current Estimated Value
$1,200,225

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$197,932
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,002,293

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2011
Sold by
Sanders Angelo M
Bought by
Ellars Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$197,932
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,002,293

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2005
Sold by
Hardaway Toni A
Bought by
Sanders Ii Angelo M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$444,000
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2004
Sold by
Jackson Vincent C and Jackson Shari Lyn L
Bought by
Hardaway Toni A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2001
Sold by
Jackson Vincent C and Jackson Shari Lyn L
Bought by
Jackson Vincent C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$129,500
Interest Rate
7.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 1999
Sold by
Jackson Vincent C and Gordon Jackson Shari Lyn L
Bought by
Jackson Vincent C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$9,800
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1996
Sold by
Soto G Jean
Bought by
Jackson Vincent C and Gordon Shari Lyn L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
7.82%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ellars Michael -- Lawyers Title Company
Ellars Michael $300,000 Lawyers Title Company
Sanders Ii Angelo M $555,000 New Century Title Company
Hardaway Toni A $410,000 First American Title Co Los
Jackson Vincent C -- Chicago Title Co
Jackson Vincent C -- First American Title Ins Co
Jackson Vincent C $130,000 American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ellars Michael $285,000
Previous Owner Ellars Michael $285,000
Previous Owner Sanders Ii Angelo M $444,000
Previous Owner Hardaway Toni A $328,000
Previous Owner Jackson Vincent C $129,500
Previous Owner Jackson Vincent C $9,800
Previous Owner Jackson Vincent C $123,500
Closed Hardaway Toni A $61,500
Closed Sanders Ii Angelo M $111,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/15/2021 12/15/21 Sold $1,055,000 +14.1% $837 / Sq Ft
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2021 11/13/21 Price Changed $925,000 0.0% $734 / Sq Ft
11/13/2021 11/13/21 For Sale $925,000 -- $734 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego 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 $13,601 $1,119,572 $895,658 $223,914
2024 $13,601 $1,097,621 $878,097 $219,524
2023 $13,339 $1,076,100 $860,880 $215,220
2022 $12,724 $1,055,000 $844,000 $211,000
2021 $4,584 $355,074 $284,061 $71,013
2019 $4,451 $344,544 $275,637 $68,907
2018 $4,401 $337,789 $270,233 $67,556
2016 $4,203 $324,675 $259,741 $64,934
2015 $4,141 $319,799 $255,840 $63,959
2014 $4,158 $313,536 $250,829 $62,707
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 210031055

San Diego MLS

APN: 4003-018-008