NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4544 Catalpa St Los Angeles, CA 90032

El Sereno Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $867,792 - $1,014,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
$693/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 03, 2019

Last sale price $610,000 $452 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,580/month

Highlights

  • City View
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Abraham Lincoln High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of October 2021

**UTILITIES INCLUDED!!** Located in the heart of the historic city of El Sereno is this beautiful newly renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family home. The living space is greeted with ample natural light, great air flow, and sleek hardwood floors. Connected to the dining area, this open concept kitchen is perfect for hosting friends and family. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, dual sinks, and a dishwasher. This space also includes in-unit laundry, central heating / air conditioning, and a welcoming front yard with its own mango tree. With stunning views of Downtown LA and the Angeles mountains, this home is just minutes away from the El Sereno Recreation Center - boasting a skate park, public pool, fields, courts, and trails.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Tristan Fong

Compass License #02129607 Listed on: 09/16/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Ryan Sypek

Compass License #01949108

Last Renter's Agent

Tristan Fong

Compass License #02129607 Listed on: 09/16/2021

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,142

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 5,011 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LARD2

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,350 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $6,500
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5215-022-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,142

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Credit Report Paid By: Tenant
  • Credit Report Required: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 6500

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Single Family Or Apt: Single Family
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Lease Terms: 1+Year
  • Living Area: 1350
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1150
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1949
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Washer
  • Price Per S Q F T: 2.41

Exterior Features

  • Pool: No
  • View: City
  • View: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Call

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5215-022-024
  • Lot Size Area: 5011

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2019
Sold by
Reifsteck Douglas
Bought by
Reifsteck Douglas and The Douglas Reifsteck Living T
Current Estimated Value
$936,198

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2019
Closed on
Sep 12, 2019
Sold by
Baugh Cynthia and Castillo Salvador T
Bought by
Reifsteck Douglas
Seller's Agent
Peter Owens
Christie's RE SoCal
Buyer's Agent
Judy Lee
Compass
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-6.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.31%
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Outstanding Balance
$419,677
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$516,521

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2001
Sold by
Castillo Salvador M and Castillo Martha T
Bought by
Castillo Salvador M and Castillo Martha T
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
Reifsteck Douglas -- None Available
Reifsteck Douglas $610,000 Stewart Title
Castillo Salvador M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reifsteck Douglas $488,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Rented $3,250 0.0% --
10/04/2021 10/04/21 Off Market $3,250 -- --
09/16/2021 09/16/21 For Rent $3,250 0.0% --
10/03/2019 10/03/19 Sold $610,000 -1.5% $385 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/29/2019 08/29/19 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Price Changed $619,000 -2.5% $391 / Sq Ft
06/18/2019 06/18/19 Price Changed $635,000 -2.2% $401 / Sq Ft
05/28/2019 05/28/19 For Sale $649,000 -- $409 / 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 $8,142 $667,119 $533,697 $133,422
2024 $8,142 $654,039 $523,233 $130,806
2023 $7,987 $641,216 $512,974 $128,242
2022 $7,617 $628,644 $502,916 $125,728
2021 $7,521 $616,318 $493,055 $123,263
2019 $798 $51,590 $16,453 $35,137
2018 $732 $50,580 $16,131 $34,449
2016 $679 $48,617 $15,505 $33,112
2015 $671 $47,888 $15,273 $32,615
2014 $681 $46,951 $14,974 $31,977
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Landlord's Agent in 2021

    Tristan Fong

    Compass

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  • Ryan Sypek

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Ryan Sypek

    Compass

    (323) 422-2422

    2 in this area

    89 Total Sales

    Ryan Sypek
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  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Peter Owens

    Christie's RE SoCal

    (888) 828-8008

    19 Total Sales

    Peter Owens
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  • Judy Lee

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Judy Lee

    Compass

    (323) 459-8861

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Judy Lee
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 21-784550

The MLS

APN: 5215-022-024

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90032 El Sereno

4544 Catalpa St, Los Angeles, CA

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