NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $747,000 - $1,019,436

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,192 Sq Ft
$786/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2023

Last sale price $937,000 $786 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $6,045/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attached Guest House
  • Solar Power System
  • Canyon View
  • Abraham Lincoln High School Rated A
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Deck

About This Home

As of November 2023

University Hills Redefined. Just when you think you've seen everything, this gem of a home surprises at every turn. The main 2 bedroom, 2 bath 779 sq/ft house is a meditation in color and whimsy where no detail has been spared. Bathed in light with mountain views, the designer renovated baths and kitchen feature custom cabinets the color of the sun and sea, handcrafted tiles from Fireclay & Mission Tile West, wallpaper by Spoonflower and top-of-the-line appliances from Thermador, Fisher & Paykell and the coveted Monogram series from GE. As you venture into the backyard and the over 6,000 s/f view-filled lot, you will find multiple patios, mature fruit trees, a vegetable garden, a natural gas firepit, outdoor movie screen, a shed with surrounding deck that could easily double as an office, along with an additional studio for work, yoga, art or the occasional guest. If that isn't enough, there is also a 413 sq/ft lower-level bonus space with a separate entrance that has been given the same loving designer attention as the rest of the home. Endless possibilities abound, especially considering that all major systems are new, including, but not limited to, roof (with fully owned solar), sewer line, tankless hot water heater, HVAC, plumbing and electrical panel/wiring. Located moments from Cal State LA and a bevy of Jonathan Gold's favorite LA eateries while also near South Pasadena, Highland Park, Downtown LA and Alhambra. University Hills lives up to its reputation as LA's next big thing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Daly

Sotheby's International Realty License #02012985 Listed on: 10/05/2023

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Clark

Backbeat Homes License #01482283

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,412

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,431 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x146
  • Fenced Yard
  • Gated Home
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,192 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Craft Room
  • Canyon Views

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Pavers
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Window Bars
  • Security Lights
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Unassigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Zoned Cooling
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Purifier

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Attached Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5223-006-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,412

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: California Bungalow
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1192
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1476
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x146
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Number Of Photos: 39
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 220V Throughout, Bidet, Block Walls, Built-Ins, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Flooring: Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Pavers
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric, Convection Oven, Cooktop - Electric, Electric, Oven-Electric, Self Cleaning Oven, Range Hood, Range
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Bidet, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower Over Tub, Shower Stall
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Quartz Counters
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hood Fan, Ice Maker, Solar Panels, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filter, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Price Per S Q F T: 666.95
  • Windows: Custom Window Covering, Double Pane Windows, Screens

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Other Features: Sliding Glass Doors, Energy Efficient
  • Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs, Shed(s), Other
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Guest House: Attached
  • Patio: Deck(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Canyon
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Unassigned, Garage - None, Uncovered

Utilities

  • Volt 220: 220V Throughout, In Kitchen, In Laundry
  • Water District: LADWP
  • Water Heater: Tankless
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Multi/Zone, Electric, Window Unit(s)
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Security Lights, Gated, Smoke Detector, Window Bars
  • Sewer: On Site
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Drip System
  • Horses: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5223-006-024
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Yard
  • Lot Size Area: 6431

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Purchase Yn: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2023
Closed on
Oct 26, 2023
Sold by
Brower Cassandra E
Bought by
Watt Jenna T and Watt Curtis
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Daly
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$937,000
Premium/Discount to List
$142,000
17.86%
Views
162
Current Estimated Value
$936,609

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$391
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.32%
Original Mortgage
$647,000
Outstanding Balance
$636,240
Interest Rate
7.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$295,421

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2016
Closed on
Nov 2, 2016
Sold by
Varguez Martha and Martha Varguez Revocable Trust
Bought by
Brower Cassandra E
Seller's Agent
Maribel Benitez
Compass-Pasadena
Buyer's Agent
Mica Campbell
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.61%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.13%
Original Mortgage
$408,600
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2014
Sold by
Varguez Martha
Bought by
Varguez Martha and Martha Varguez Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2013
Sold by
Arabolaza Carlos and Varguez Martha
Bought by
Varguez Martha

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2007
Sold by
Arabolaza Carlos A and Varquez Martha
Bought by
Arabolaza Carlos and Varguez Martha

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2000
Sold by
Hopping Carmen
Bought by
Arabolaza Carlos A and Varguez Martha

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,750
Interest Rate
8.16%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Watt Jenna T $937,000 Equity Title
Brower Cassandra E $400,000 Chicago Title
Varguez Martha -- None Available
Varguez Martha -- None Available
Arabolaza Carlos -- None Available
Arabolaza Carlos A $102,500 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Watt Jenna T $647,000
Previous Owner Brower Cassandra E $515,928
Previous Owner Brower Cassandra E $408,600
Previous Owner Arabulaza Carlos A $100,000
Previous Owner Arabolaza Carlos A $71,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Sold $937,000 +17.9% $786 / Sq Ft
10/16/2023 10/16/23 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2023 10/05/23 For Sale $795,000 +98.8% $667 / Sq Ft
12/23/2016 12/23/16 Sold $400,000 -3.6% $595 / Sq Ft
10/19/2016 10/19/16 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2016 06/29/16 For Sale $415,000 0.0% $618 / Sq Ft
10/16/2014 10/16/14 Rented $1,450 0.0% --
10/16/2014 10/16/14 For Rent $1,450 -- --
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 $11,412 $955,740 $764,592 $191,148
2024 $11,412 $937,000 $749,600 $187,400
2023 $5,523 $446,204 $356,965 $89,239
2022 $5,265 $437,456 $349,966 $87,490
2021 $5,201 $428,879 $343,104 $85,775
2019 $5,046 $416,160 $332,928 $83,232
2018 $5,006 $408,000 $326,400 $81,600
2016 $1,386 $106,909 $78,913 $27,996
2015 $1,367 $105,304 $77,728 $27,576
2014 $1,382 $103,242 $76,206 $27,036
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 23-317673

The MLS

APN: 5223-006-024