$1,260,000
SOLD APR 24, 2015

4700 Sophia Ave Encino, CA 91436

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,925 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$655 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Filtered Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • City Lights View
  • Lanai Road Elementary Rated A
  • All Bedrooms Downstairs
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of November 2023

Westside living in the Valley! Located in the famed LANAI School District, this rare South of the Blvd beauty is in a VERY secluded location, yet close enough to walk to The Blvd...offering privacy galore! This gorgeous home boasts California luxury living at it's best! COMPLETELY and BEAUTIFULLY remodeled, this home features "NEW" everything!! Open floor plan w/ beautiful hardwood floors throughout. French doors open to a huge Entertainment Deck overlooking the valley! Chef's kitchen w/ new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, center island, walk-in pantry, wine fridge, & rich hardwood cabinetry. 2 Master suites. Main Master suite has French doors to pool & enjoys soothing waterfall sounds from outdoor spa. Main master bath features jetted tub, granite countertops, and large seated shower big enough for 2 w/ dual showerheads! Huge 10-foot wide entertainer's stone deck wraps around house to a completely remodeled tri-level patio with sparkling pool, waterfall spa, outdoor shower, wired for outdoor TV, and lawn! New roof, electrical, ac/heat, copper plumbing, and dual-paned windows! Foliage surrounds this enviable and luxurious home! Close to 101/405, Canyons to Westside, Theaters, Galleria/shops, & Dining. Location can't be beat!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacee Passen

No Firm Affiliation License #01909947 Listed on: 04/07/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Gilbert Spiegel

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01369282

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,020

Year Built

  • Built in 1955 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • New Fence
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Pool
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Composition Roof
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,925 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Data
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Alarm System
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • All Bedrooms Down
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Spa Bath

Pool

  • Filtered Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Waterfall Pool Feature

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7
  • Tax Tract Number 19516
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2284004039

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,020

Year Built

Built in 1955 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove/Oven, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Bathroom Mirrors
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Security: Wired for Alarm System
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2284004039
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1925.00
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Molding, Wired for Data, Copper Plumbing Full, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, Separated
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 654.55
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Foyer, Great Room, Living Room, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Two Masters
  • Spa Features: Bath, Heated, Private
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue Private, Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Pool, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: New Condition, Wood, Excellent Condition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Deck, Patio Open, Patio, Stone, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: Filtered, Heated, Gas Heat, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Closet, Inside
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11121.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2550

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 11121.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Tract Number: 19516

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2023
Closed on
Nov 6, 2023
Sold by
Barry And Helene Laufman Trust
Bought by
Ajemian Armen D and Ajemian Christine
Seller's Agent
Gilbert Spiegel
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
NoEmail NoEmail
NONMEMBER MRML
List Price
$1,890,000
Sold Price
$1,890,000
Total Days on Market
4
Views
133
Current Estimated Value
$2,220,670

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$330,670
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.82%
Original Mortgage
$1,512,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2015
Closed on
Apr 21, 2015
Sold by
Raskin Bernard I
Bought by
The Barry & Helene Laufman Trust
Seller's Agent
Stacee Passen
No Firm Affiliation
Buyer's Agent
Gilbert Spiegel
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,289,000
Sold Price
$1,260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-2.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.84%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2015
Closed on
Apr 16, 2015
Sold by
Dbj Tarzana Venture Llc
Bought by
Dbj Tarzana Venture Llc
Seller's Agent
Stacee Passen
No Firm Affiliation
Buyer's Agent
Gilbert Spiegel
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,289,000
Sold Price
$1,260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-2.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Sold by
Dbj Tarzana Venture Llc
Bought by
Dbj Tarzana Venture Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2014
Closed on
Apr 9, 2014
Sold by
Grossman Olive
Bought by
Dbj Tarzana Venture Llc
Seller's Agent
Susan Weidman
No Firm Affiliation
Buyer's Agent
Stacee Passen
No Firm Affiliation
List Price
$832,500
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,500
-6.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2006
Sold by
Grossman Paul and Grossman Olive
Bought by
Grossman Paul

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 1994
Sold by
Grossman Olive
Bought by
Grossman Paul
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,890,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed $1,260,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $775,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Individual Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,517,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,517,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,512,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $822,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $625,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2023 11/15/23 Sold $1,890,000 0.0% $982 / Sq Ft
09/27/2023 09/27/23 For Sale $1,890,000 +50.0% $982 / Sq Ft
04/24/2015 04/24/15 Sold $1,260,000 -2.2% $655 / Sq Ft
04/11/2015 04/11/15 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2015 04/07/15 For Sale $1,289,000 +66.3% $670 / Sq Ft
04/18/2014 04/18/14 Sold $775,000 -6.9% $421 / Sq Ft
04/06/2014 04/06/14 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2014 03/10/14 For Sale $832,500 -- $452 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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
2024 $23,020 $1,890,000 $1,607,700 $282,300
2023 $17,719 $1,455,521 $1,053,059 $402,462
2022 $16,890 $1,426,982 $1,032,411 $394,571
2021 $16,685 $1,399,003 $1,012,168 $386,835
2019 $16,181 $1,357,510 $982,148 $375,362
2018 $16,079 $1,330,893 $962,891 $368,002
2016 $15,376 $1,279,214 $925,501 $353,713
2015 $9,636 $790,483 $632,387 $158,096
2014 -- $115,157 $48,180 $66,977
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SR15073020

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 2284-004-039