$3,250,000
SOLD AUG 16, 2023

4705 Sophia Ave Encino, CA 91436

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,313 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,405 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Lanai Road Elementary Rated A
  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2023

Elevated behind gates at the end of a long private driveway lies this exquisite opportunity to build one or two trophy estates on 2 lots totaling over 42,600SF - just shy of an acre. Located South of the Blvd in prime Encino, 4701 Sophia & 4705 Sophia Ave present endless possibilities for customization, renovation, or new construction, with the current structure offering an open floor plan, expansive living spaces, and well-proportioned bedrooms. Floor to ceiling windows showcase vistas of the San Fernando Valley skyline and mountains, while providing an influx of natural light and tranquility. Current grounds offer a large pool, multiple sitting areas and mature trees showcasing the ultimate privacy and seclusion just moments away from the best shopping and restaurants Ventura Blvd has to offer. This rare chance to build a celebrity-worthy compound presents a number of opportunities for a Buyer to renovate or imagine a uniquely private Encino estate potentially valued at $15M+ in one of the Valley's most desirable enclaves.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Neyshia Go

Sotheby's International Realty License #01933923 Listed on: 03/31/2023

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Neyshia Go

Sotheby's International Realty License #01933923 Listed on: 03/31/2023

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,419

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 129x170
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,313 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • City Lights Views
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2284-004-041

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,419

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary Mediterranean
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 2313
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5015
  • Lot Dimensions: 129x170
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Number Of Photos: 13
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 1
  • Laundry: Garage
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1638.56

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Fenced
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: City, City Lights
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Attached
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2284-004-041
  • Lot Size Area: 42643

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2023
Closed on
Sep 12, 2023
Sold by
Lavian Avi and Lavian Orna
Bought by
Lavian Family Trust and Lavian
Seller's Agent
Neyshia Go
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Neyshia Go
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$3,790,000
Sold Price
$3,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$540,000
-14.25%
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$2,904,460

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$345,540
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2022
Sold by
Babak Arab
Bought by
Khajehmolaei Leila

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2004
Sold by
Arab Babak
Bought by
Arab Babak

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2004
Sold by
Arab Babak
Bought by
Arab Babak

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$592,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2003
Sold by
Khajehmolael Leila
Bought by
Arab Babak

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2002
Sold by
Arab Babak
Bought by
Khajehmolaei Leila

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$490,000
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2000
Sold by
Cotner Paul Rex
Bought by
Arab Babak

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,800
Interest Rate
7.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2000
Sold by
Russell June Cotner
Bought by
Cotner Paul Rex
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
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Gateway Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Investors Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Gateway Title Company
Grant Deed $312,000 Progressive Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $592,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $490,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $106,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $280,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/16/2023 08/16/23 Sold $3,250,000 0.0% $1,405 / Sq Ft
08/16/2023 08/16/23 Sold $3,250,000 -14.2% $1,405 / Sq Ft
06/05/2023 06/05/23 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2023 06/05/23 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2023 04/24/23 For Sale $3,790,000 0.0% $1,639 / Sq Ft
03/31/2023 03/31/23 For Sale $3,790,000 -- $1,639 / 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 $30,419 $2,550,000 $1,224,000 $1,326,000
2024 $30,419 $2,500,000 $1,200,000 $1,300,000
2023 $7,142 $566,877 $289,658 $277,219
2022 $6,816 $555,763 $283,979 $271,784
2021 $6,724 $544,866 $278,411 $266,455
2019 $6,525 $528,706 $270,154 $258,552
2018 $6,415 $518,340 $264,857 $253,483
2016 $6,116 $498,214 $254,573 $243,641
2015 $6,027 $490,732 $250,750 $239,982
2014 $6,058 $481,121 $245,839 $235,282
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 23-253821

The MLS

APN: 2284-004-041