NOT LISTED FOR SALE

44 Sunset Ave Venice, CA 90291

Venice Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,383,000 - $6,454,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,926 Sq Ft
$1,496/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Detached Guest House
  • Wood Flooring
  • Venice High School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of October 2024

Prime Location! Just steps from the sand and vibrant Main Street in Venice, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home combines modern luxury with coastal charm. The main residence features a contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a Sub-Zero fridge, and a full-size wine fridge. Enjoy meals on the expansive kitchen patio or take in breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop deck, offering glimpses of the ocean, mountains, and cityscape. The upper level houses three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual vanity, and soaking tub. With a state-of-the-art sound system and smart home capabilities, this coastal gem blends convenience with luxury. The property also features a two-car garage. Located less than a block from the beach in a quiet neighborhood, you're just steps away from Main Street, Rose Ave., Abbot Kinney, and the renowned Gold's Gym.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Kimberly Kessler

Coldwell Banker Realty License #02017194 Listed on: 09/12/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Jeffrey Snodgrass

Coldwell Banker Realty License #02212792

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 3,605 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LARD1.5

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Coastline
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Split Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,926 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Detached Guest House
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $11,500
  • Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas, trash collection, water
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4286-023-021

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Security Deposit: 11500
  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Trash Collection, Water

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Single Family Or Apt: Single Family
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: Prime Location! Just steps from the sand and vibrant Main Street in Venice, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home combines modern luxury with coastal charm. The main residence features a contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a Sub-Zero fridge, and a full-size wine fridge. Enjoy meals on the expansive kitchen patio or take in breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop deck, offering glimpses of the ocean, mountains, and cityscape. The upper level houses three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual vanity, and soaking tub. With a state-of-the-art sound system and smart home capabilities, this coastal gem blends convenience with luxury. The property also features a two-car garage. Just steps away from the beach, Main Street, Rose Ave. and Abbot Kinney. Photos are virtually staged.
  • Lease Terms: 1+Year
  • Living Area: 2926
  • Lot Acreage: 0.0827
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1905
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Laundry: In Closet, In Unit, Inside, On Upper Level
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 3.93

Exterior Features

  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool: No
  • View: City, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4286-023-021
  • Lot Size Area: 3605

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2006
Sold by
Vongoetz Chris
Bought by
Alger Eugene and Alger Agnes
Current Estimated Value
$4,375,947

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2005
Sold by
Vongoetz Christopher
Bought by
Vongoetz Chris and Vongoetz Catherine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2003
Sold by
Vongoetz Christopher
Bought by
Vongoetz Christopher and Vongoetz Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,400
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2003
Sold by
Vongoetz Catherine
Bought by
Vongoetz Christopher

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,400
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2003
Sold by
Vongoetz Chris
Bought by
Vongoetz Christopher and Vongoetz Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,400
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2002
Sold by
The Rts Group
Bought by
Vongoetz Chris and Vongoetz Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$629,600
Interest Rate
5.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1998
Sold by
Gelerman Susan S
Bought by
Bunge Jose M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$329,130
Interest Rate
6.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1998
Sold by
Barcelona Victoria
Bought by
Bunge Jose M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$329,130
Interest Rate
6.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 1998
Sold by
Gelerman Susan S
Bought by
Gelerman Susan Sari and Gelerman Suji

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1997
Sold by
Gelerman Susan S
Bought by
Gelerman Susan Sari and Gelerman Suji

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$13,937
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Alger Eugene $2,550,000 Southland Title
Vongoetz Chris -- --
Vongoetz Christopher -- --
Vongoetz Christopher -- Fidelity National Title Co
Vongoetz Christopher -- Fidelity National Title Co
Vongoetz Chris $787,000 Southland Title Corporation
The Rts Group -- Southland Title Corporation
Bunge Jose M $366,000 Southland Title Company
Bunge Jose M -- Southland Title Company
Gelerman Susan Sari -- --
Gelerman Susan Sari -- --
Gelerman Susan Sari -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vongoetz Christopher $191,400
Previous Owner Vongoetz Chris $629,600
Previous Owner Bunge Jose M $329,130
Previous Owner Gelerman Susan Sari $13,937
Closed Vongoetz Chris $118,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/09/2024 10/09/24 Rented $10,900 -5.2% --
10/07/2024 10/07/24 Under Contract -- -- --
09/12/2024 09/12/24 For Rent $11,500 -- --
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 $40,563 $3,416,452 $2,411,617 $1,004,835
2024 $40,563 $3,349,464 $2,364,331 $985,133
2023 $39,769 $3,283,789 $2,317,972 $965,817
2022 $37,904 $3,219,402 $2,272,522 $946,880
2021 $37,449 $3,156,277 $2,227,963 $928,314
2020 $37,843 $3,123,914 $2,205,118 $918,796
2019 $36,317 $3,062,662 $2,161,881 $900,781
2018 $36,189 $3,002,611 $2,119,492 $883,119
2016 $34,630 $2,886,018 $2,037,191 $848,827
2015 $30,033 $2,500,000 $1,764,600 $735,400
2014 $29,164 $2,373,000 $1,675,000 $698,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kimberly Kessler

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Kimberly Kessler

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (310) 285-7551

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Kimberly Kessler
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    Tenant's Agent in 2024

    Jeffrey Snodgrass

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 24-438811

The MLS

APN: 4286-023-021

California Los Angeles County Venice 90291 Venice

44 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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