$1,280,000
SOLD OCT 4, 2024
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,373 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$539 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Township Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of October 2024

For the first time in 45 years, the legendary house from the movie *Poltergeist* is back on the market! Yes this is the home where much of the first movie of the series was filmed but “This house is clean” Seriously, it is!  Well-loved by its original owners, this charming 4 bedroom, 2 1/2-bathroom home is ready to welcome a new family, without the ghostly antics, we promise! Enjoy a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and living your best life. Step into the foyer and immediately feel the good energy of this well taken care of home. Spacious living room features large windows that fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.  Formal dining room leads to the infamous kitchen where fans of the movie will love to see it's still in its original form but with updated appliances of course! Enjoy cozy nights by the fireplace in the family room which also includes a built-in office space and could easily be converted into a downstairs bedroom.  Also included downstairs are the half bath and large laundry room. Upstairs you will find all 4 bedrooms. Primary bedroom boasts magnificent vaulted ceilings creating an airy and open atmosphere of tranquility. Expansive en suite bathroom, designed to be your personal spa retreat, features a giant bathtub, dual sinks, separate shower area and large walk-in closet. Three other spacious bedrooms share the large full bathroom in the hallway. With ample storage and a 3 car garage this home has more than enough space for all your needs. Plus, Enormous almost 16,000 square-foot lot is the largest in the neighborhood! Jacuzzi and Large Sparkling pool ideal for cooling off on hot California days or hosting epic pool parties. Plus, it’s much safer than building a portal to another dimension! With so much flat yard space you could build a pool house or an ADU for extra income! Got an RV or a boat? No problem! This property includes ample space for all your recreational vehicles. Investors pay attention!! With the huge lot there is much room to lot split and build a second home! Don't miss out on your chance to own this iconic piece of Hollywood history. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live in a home with a story, minus the spooks. Schedule your private tour today and start your next chapter in this enchanting abode. Close to great schools, parks, shopping, dining and conveniently close to 118 freeway for easy commute! Buyers must send preapproval before showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Murdock

Equity Union Brokerage Phone: 818-406-9646 License #02099217 Listed on: 08/12/2024

Equity Union

Last Buyer's Agent

Christian Melgar

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01730245

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,481

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned RM-3.2

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,373 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Blinds
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forest Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12
  • Tax Tract Number 288900
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6140101205
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,481

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Forest Hills (115)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: RM-3.2
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 6140101205
  • Year Built: 1979
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2373.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: main level
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 539.40
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up
  • Spa Features: Private, In Ground
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered
  • Pool Features: Private, In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Simi Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15976.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3668

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 15976.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 84.02
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Tract Number: 288900

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2024
Closed on
Oct 1, 2024
Sold by
Powers Rachel S
Bought by
Gertzwolf Family Revocable Living Trust and Powers
Seller's Agent
Lauren Murdock
Equity Union
Buyer's Agent
Christian Melgar
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,174,999
Sold Price
$1,280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,001
8.94%
Views
628
Current Estimated Value
$1,237,399

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$42,601
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.88%
Original Mortgage
$197,372
Outstanding Balance
$195,718
Interest Rate
6.46%
Estimated Equity
$1,061,605

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2024
Closed on
Sep 17, 2024
Sold by
William Thomas Waters Iii Trust and Waters Lisa Ann
Bought by
Powers Rachel S
Seller's Agent
Lauren Murdock
Equity Union
Buyer's Agent
Christian Melgar
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,174,999
Sold Price
$1,280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,001
8.94%
Views
628

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,372
Outstanding Balance
$195,718
Interest Rate
6.46%
Estimated Equity
$1,061,605

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2009
Sold by
Waters William T
Bought by
Waters William Thomas
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $1,280,000 Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $197,372 No Value Available
Open $954,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/04/2024 10/04/24 Sold $1,280,000 +8.9% $539 / Sq Ft
08/27/2024 08/27/24 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2024 08/12/24 For Sale $1,174,999 -- $495 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $4,481 $1,280,000 $832,000 $448,000
2024 $4,481 $334,280 $76,164 $258,116
2023 $4,217 $327,726 $74,671 $253,055
2022 $4,185 $321,300 $73,206 $248,094
2021 $4,141 $315,000 $71,770 $243,230
2020 $4,048 $311,772 $71,035 $240,737
2019 $3,866 $305,660 $69,643 $236,017
2018 $3,825 $299,668 $68,278 $231,390
2017 $3,735 $293,793 $66,940 $226,853
2016 $3,568 $288,033 $65,628 $222,405
2015 $3,487 $283,709 $64,644 $219,065
2014 -- $278,154 $63,379 $214,775
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SR24164881

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 614-0-101-205