NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4453 Richard Dr Los Angeles, CA 90032

El Sereno Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $781,000 - $988,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
843 Sq Ft
$1,046/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2014

Last sale price $405,000 $480 Per Sq Ft

Est. 118% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,136/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Sierra Vista Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Galley Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2014

This cottage charmer sits atop the hill on a quiet street with seclusion of a hillside setting, yet centrally located just minutes to Pasadena, Alhambra and downtown Los Angeles. The rear has a large deck with lovely hillside views. The front corner has a wonderful enclosed patio accessible from the living room and master bedroom. The home features quality upgrades including EQ retrofitting, brand new 40 gal water heater, retaining wall with French drain and "Hardie Plank" exterior siding which is virtually maintenance free. Original hardwood floors in living room hallway, the Master bedroom has newer carpet. The kitchen has ceramic tile flooring and counter tops, with gas stove, butcher block counter tops, the bathroom tub newly re glazed. The stove and butcher block counter tops and built in washer and dryer are all are included in the sale. A perfect starter home, artist retreat or condo alternative.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

paul visconti

L.A. Property Solutions, Inc. License #01351149 Listed on: 04/01/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Jonathan Silberman

TXR Homes, Inc. License #01491001

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,985

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

Lot Details

  • 5,392 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • Driveway

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Canyon
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Bungalow

Interior Spaces

  • 843 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Ceramic Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5309-009-040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,985

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 843
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1944
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceramic Counters, Galley Kitchen, Tile Counters
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Price Per S Q F T: 473.31

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Patio: Deck(s), Enclosed, Porch - Front
  • Pool: No
  • View: Canyon, City Lights, Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Central

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5309-009-040
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5392

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2014
Closed on
Apr 21, 2014
Sold by
Branson Steven C and Branson Catherine M
Bought by
Ravva Amarnath V and Cain Amina M
Seller's Agent
paul visconti
L.A. Property Solutions, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jonathan Silberman
TXR Homes, Inc.
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.5%
Current Estimated Value
$881,432

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$476,432
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.05%
Original Mortgage
$413,637
Outstanding Balance
$313,133
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$568,299

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2005
Sold by
Shirey Michael C and Spallek Margrit
Bought by
Branson Steven C and Branson Catherine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2000
Sold by
Tinsley Rickard H
Bought by
Shirey Michael C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,200
Interest Rate
8.15%
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
Ravva Amarnath V $405,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Branson Steven C $400,000 California Title Company
Shirey Michael C $101,500 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ravva Amarnath V $413,637
Previous Owner Branson Steven C $320,000
Previous Owner Shirey Michael C $81,200
Closed Shirey Michael C $10,150
Closed Branson Steven C $60,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Sold $405,000 +1.5% $480 / Sq Ft
04/17/2014 04/17/14 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2014 04/01/14 For Sale $399,000 -- $473 / 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 $5,985 $496,463 $397,174 $99,289
2024 $5,985 $486,730 $389,387 $97,343
2023 $5,870 $477,187 $381,752 $95,435
2022 $5,596 $467,831 $374,267 $93,564
2021 $5,527 $458,659 $366,929 $91,730
2019 $5,360 $445,057 $356,047 $89,010
2018 $5,319 $436,331 $349,066 $87,265
2016 $5,083 $419,389 $335,512 $83,877
2015 $5,008 $413,091 $330,473 $82,618
2014 $4,054 $325,000 $260,000 $65,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    paul visconti

    L.A. Property Solutions, Inc.

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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Jonathan Silberman

    TXR Homes, Inc.

    (818) 599-5568

    3 Total Sales

    Jonathan Silberman
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 14-744763

The MLS

APN: 5309-009-040

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90032 El Sereno

4453 Richard Dr, Los Angeles, CA

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