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Seller's Agent in 2023
Tammy Newland-Shishido
Shoreline Real Estate
(562) 626-8600
1 in this area
6 Total Sales
4497 California Ave Long Beach, CA 90807
Bixby Knolls NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,199,000 - $2,523,921
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,833
Sq Ft
$603/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Attached Guest House
- Private Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Longfellow Elementary School Rated A-
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 5-minute walk to Bixby Knolls Park
About This Home
As of October 2023One of the last homes designed by 20th century architect Kirkland Cutter. Home us listed in the State & National Registers of Historical Places This Monterey Colonial Spanish design is the Rowan House and was the home of Pete Conrad who commanded the Apollo 12 space mission and was the 3rd person to walk on the moon. This stately home is on a large corner lot surrounded by a brick wall with the original olive tree. The yard allows for great entertaining with patio and access to the yard or front and rear balconies from every room. The home has a private guest home with front and back doors and was the 4th bedroom of the house originally. Featuring 3 large bedroom suite all with lots of closet space, a wood paneled parlor with a hidden bar and hidden storage behind the wood panels, 3 fireplaces, a formal living room and dining room along with a breakfast nook and remodeled kitchen. The large kitchen features all new GE Monogram 48" refrigerator, double ovens, warming drawer, dishwasher, pantry, butcher block island, granite countertops, glass cabinets, arched entry to the downstairs bathroom with a built in vanity. The beautiful pegged oak plank wood floors on the main floor have a 5 inch rise wood staircase to upstairs. Recessed lights, A/C, built in shelves, hollywood rollers on the windows, square roman tile tub, cedar lined closets, luggage closet, formal coat closet, original bell pulls. pool, jacuzzi, gardeners shed, large 3 car garage. This is one of the most famous estates and has been featured in many books and magazines.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Shoreline Real Estate License #01040709 Listed on: 10/05/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $28,865
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Property fronts an alley
- Brick Fence
- Corner Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Property is zoned LBR1N
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Spanish Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
Interior Spaces
- 3,833 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Brick Wall or Ceiling
- High Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Bay Window
- Formal Entry
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library with Fireplace
- Courtyard Views
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Rain Gutters
Additional Homes
- Attached Guest House
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bixby Knolls Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 13 / V
- Tax Tract Number 9984
- Assessor Parcel Number 7135024019
- $628 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 5, 2023
Closed on
Sep 28, 2023
Sold by
Diller Family Trust
Bought by
Otieno Okatch And Christina Buth-Okatch Livin and Okatch
Seller's Agent
Tammy Newland-Shishido
Shoreline Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Frances Escano
Circle Real Estate
List Price
$2,360,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.42%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$40,020
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.87%
Original Mortgage
$1,175,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,149,674
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,160,306
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 2020
Sold by
Jurenka Christine R
Bought by
Jurenka Family Trust and Jurenka
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2013
Sold by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Bought by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2010
Sold by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Bought by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 2007
Sold by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine Roubidoux
Bought by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 1999
Sold by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Bought by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine R
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 1997
Sold by
Roubidoux Jeanne I
Bought by
Roubidoux Tom
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 1994
Sold by
Ou Eang and Chau Leng
Bought by
Jurenka Daniel J and Jurenka Christine Roubidoux
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otieno Okatch And Christina Buth-Okatch Livin | $2,275,000 | Orange Coast Title Company | |
| Jurenka Family Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Jurenka Christine R | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | None Available | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | Accommodation | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | Accommodation | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | Accommodation | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | -- | |
| Roubidoux Tom | -- | Fidelity Title | |
| Jurenka Daniel J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Otieno Okatch And Christina Buth-Okatch Livin | $1,175,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jurenka Christine R | $182,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Jurenka Daniel J | $408,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jurenka Daniel J | $417,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2023 10/23/23 | Sold | $2,350,000 | -0.4% | $613 / Sq Ft |
| 10/05/2023 10/05/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/05/2023 10/05/23 | For Sale | $2,360,000 | -- | $616 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $28,865 | $2,320,500 | $1,757,664 | $562,836 |
| 2024 | $28,865 | $2,275,000 | $1,723,200 | $551,800 |
| 2023 | $12,686 | $975,065 | $445,398 | $529,667 |
| 2022 | $11,912 | $955,947 | $436,665 | $519,282 |
| 2021 | $11,669 | $937,203 | $428,103 | $509,100 |
| 2020 | $11,637 | $927,594 | $423,714 | $503,880 |
| 2019 | $11,501 | $909,406 | $415,406 | $494,000 |
| 2018 | $11,144 | $891,575 | $407,261 | $484,314 |
| 2016 | $10,229 | $856,956 | $391,448 | $465,508 |
| 2015 | $9,816 | $844,085 | $385,569 | $458,516 |
| 2014 | $9,742 | $827,552 | $378,017 | $449,535 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tammy Newland-Shishido
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Frances Escano
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Frances Escano
Circle Real Estate
(714) 342-1098
3 in this area
19 Total Sales
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Tara Krah
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Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Tara Krah
Circle Real Estate
(626) 703-6704
4 in this area
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC23186159
APN: 7135-024-019
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