NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4431 Alpha St Los Angeles, CA 90032

El Sereno Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $957,000 - $1,042,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,450 Sq Ft
$688/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 26, 2012

Last sale price $432,000 $298 Per Sq Ft

Est. 131% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,942/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Sierra Vista Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of November 2012

multiple offers received. No showings at this time. Move-in ready home in the Berkshire Craftsman and Bungalow Revival District, a stone's throw from South Pasadena. (This neighborhood is not historically linked with El Sereno, though w/in the physically boundaries.) Nice floor plan, hardwood floors, recessed lights, updated bath & kitchen, office area and separate laundry room. Spacious yard has auto sprinklers, covered patio, producing avocado tree, garage and room to spare. Near transportation, shopping, restaurants and theaters in both South Pas & Alhambra. Homes rarely come on the market in this delightful neighborhood. Come see what you've been missing!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenny Durling

L.A. Property Solutions, Inc. License #01342428 Listed on: 09/22/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Claudia Kwan Chan

License #01402495

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,121

Year Built

  • Built in 1913 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,499 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,450 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5309-021-012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,121

Year Built

Built in 1913 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
  • Living Area: 1450
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Number Of Photos: 1
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Recessed Lighting, Turnkey
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Rm
  • Laundry: Inside, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan
  • Price Per S Q F T: 272.41

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: In Street

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5309-021-012
  • Lot Size Area: 7499

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2022
Sold by
Chin Frank Mofung
Bought by
Frank Chin And Baijun Xie Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$996,922

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2012
Closed on
Oct 17, 2012
Sold by
Donaldson Cooper and Donaldson Karen
Bought by
Chin Frank Mofung and Xie Baijun
Seller's Agent
Jenny Durling
L.A. Property Solutions, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Claudia Kwan Chan
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$432,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,000
9.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.77%
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
3.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2003
Sold by
Huang Zhong Nan and Lai Wong Kuan
Bought by
Donaldson Cooper

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,800
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2003
Sold by
Hwang Nancy
Bought by
Huang Zhong Nan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Frank Chin And Baijun Xie Family Trust -- --
Chin Frank Mofung $432,000 Lawyers Title
Donaldson Cooper $371,000 Fidelity Long Beach
Huang Zhong Nan $263,000 Fidelity
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chin Frank Mofung $276,000
Previous Owner Donaldson Cooper $296,800
Previous Owner Huang Zhong Nan $178,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/26/2012 11/26/12 Sold $432,000 +9.4% $298 / Sq Ft
10/01/2012 10/01/12 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2012 09/22/12 For Sale $395,000 -- $272 / 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 $6,121 $492,559 $344,794 $147,765
2024 $6,121 $482,902 $338,034 $144,868
2023 $5,922 $473,434 $331,406 $142,028
2022 $5,650 $464,152 $324,908 $139,244
2021 $5,577 $455,052 $318,538 $136,514
2019 $5,411 $441,557 $309,091 $132,466
2018 $5,350 $432,900 $303,031 $129,869
2016 $5,107 $416,092 $291,265 $124,827
2015 $5,033 $409,842 $286,890 $122,952
2014 $5,054 $433,961 $281,271 $152,690
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jenny Durling

    L.A. Property Solutions, Inc.

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Claudia Kwan Chan

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 12-626037

The MLS

APN: 5309-021-012

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90032 El Sereno

4431 Alpha St, Los Angeles, CA

This home is located at 4431 Alpha St, Los Angeles, CA 90032 since 22 September 2012 and is currently estimated at $996,922, approximately $687 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 4431 Alpha St is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Sierra Vista Elementary School, El Sereno Middle School, and Abraham Lincoln High School.

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