NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4970 Kester Ave Unit 12 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Estimated Value: $636,000 - $987,000

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,273 Sq Ft
$589/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 28, 2016

Last sale price $510,000 $401 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,972/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • 18,803 Sq Ft lot
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Kester Avenue Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mediterranean Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2016

Beautifully kept 2 bed+Den 2.5 bath Townhouse in Sherman Oaks. Cherry color hardwood flooring & crown moldings in Living room, Dining area, 2Master Suites on the 2nd level. Master bedroom has walk-in closet & large bathroom double sinks, separated shower and spa tub. Open counter kitchen has stainless steel appliances, many cabinets and breakfast nook access to the patio. Washer and Dryer are conveniently located on the 2nd floor. 2 skylights bring natural light into the hallway and master bath. 2 car parking direct access to the unit bonus room located on the garage level.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hiromi Osiecki

Rodeo Realty License #01388374 Listed on: 08/29/2016

Rodeo Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Gwen Banta

Sotheby's International Realty License #01362887

Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,154

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home

HOA Fees

  • $402 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,273 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Laundry in unit
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Additional Features

  • Living Room Balcony
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2263-029-064

Community Details

Overview

  • 15 Units

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,154

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$402 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Complex Name: 4970 Kester HOA
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Living Area: 1273
  • Planned Urban Dev: 1
  • Stories: 2
  • Unit Floor In Building: 1
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Number Of Photos: 24
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Tub With Jets
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counters
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 391.99

Exterior Features

  • Other Features: Balcony
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Patio: Living Room Balcony
  • Pool: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Assigned, Attached, Direct Entrance, Tandem

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Earth Quake Ins: 1
  • Heating: Central
  • Security: Gated

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Gated Community
  • Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules, Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Fees: 402.00
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2263-029-064
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 18803

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 15

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2018
Sold by
Levoff Gene D
Bought by
Ufia Llc
Current Estimated Value
$749,637

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2016
Sold by
Tomoda Takuya
Bought by
Levoff Gene D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1993
Sold by
Malik F Samuwel
Bought by
Tomoda Takuya

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,462
Interest Rate
6.89%
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
Ufia Llc -- None Available
Levoff Gene D $510,000 Progressive Title
Tomoda Takuya $190,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tomoda Takuya $142,462
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/28/2016 12/28/16 Sold $510,000 +2.2% $401 / Sq Ft
08/29/2016 08/29/16 For Sale $499,000 -- $392 / 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 $7,154 $591,893 $372,430 $219,463
2024 $7,154 $580,288 $365,128 $215,160
2023 $7,016 $568,911 $357,969 $210,942
2022 $6,688 $557,756 $350,950 $206,806
2021 $6,604 $546,820 $344,069 $202,751
2019 $6,405 $530,603 $333,864 $196,739
2018 $6,368 $520,200 $327,318 $192,882
2016 $3,382 $272,634 $120,166 $152,468
2015 $3,334 $268,539 $118,361 $150,178
2014 $3,350 $263,280 $116,043 $147,237
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Hiromi Osiecki

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Hiromi Osiecki

    Rodeo Realty

    (310) 779-0075

    3 Total Sales

    Hiromi Osiecki
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  • Gwen Banta

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Gwen Banta

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (323) 252-1700

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Gwen Banta
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  • Tory Herald

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Tory Herald

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (310) 985-2719

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Tory Herald
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 16-157180

The MLS

APN: 2263-029-064

California Los Angeles County Sherman Oaks 91403

4970 Kester Ave Unit 12, Sherman Oaks, CA

This home is located at 4970 Kester Ave Unit 12, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 since 29 August 2016 and is currently estimated at $749,637, approximately $588 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 4970 Kester Ave Unit 12 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Kester Avenue Elementary School, Van Nuys High School, and Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter School.

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