$4,100,000
SOLD NOV 22, 2019

5159 Amestoy Ave Encino, CA 91316

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,931 Sq Ft
1.1 Acres

Recently Sold

$691 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Tennis Courts
  • Cabana
  • Gaspar De Portola Middle School Rated A-
  • Home Theater
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

About This Home

As of April 2025

Rare opportunity l Amestoy Estates. Montecito meets La Quinta in artfully expanded & reimagined authentic 1938 1-level walled Spanish compound. One of area's original estates, Casa Amestoy offers casual elegance w/rich original character & modern amenities. Private, secure estate is set on 1.1+ acres. Front entry courtyard feat fountain & covered veranda. Ideal floor pln has 4 bds w/lux master w/built-ins, walk-in & spa-like ba. Keyhole fpl anchors LR, FR & FDR's. Grand, expanded kit boasts catering gallery & walk-in pantry. Wood-beamed ceilings thru-out. Newer screening rm w/10 seats, 4K proj, fiberoptic ceil, Crestron control & lobby/library evokes Old Hollywood cinema. Remarkable grounds encompass 1-bd A/C Guest Hse w/fp, kit & ba, Cabana w/ba, changing rms, offices + N/S lit TC and swimmer's pl. This estate is a breath of fresh air among the monotony of newer construction. Easy access to Studios & Westside. Casa Amestoy is Old Hollywood glamour envisioned for today's modern buyer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Manning

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00941825 Listed on: 09/29/2019

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Brookley

License #02006987

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $53,919

Year Built

  • Built in 1938 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 1.1 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lawn
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned LARA

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Spanish Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 5,931 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Entryway
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Views of Woods
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Adobe
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Guest Parking

Pool

  • Cabana
  • In Ground Pool
  • Diving Board

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Covered patio or porch

Additional Homes

  • Detached Guest House
  • Fireplace in Guest House

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Property is located within a water district

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2258-008-025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$53,919

Year Built

Built in 1938 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Spanish
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: Rare opportunity l Amestoy Estates. Montecito meets La Quinta in artfully expanded & reimagined authentic 1938 1-level walled Spanish compound. One of area's original estates, Casa Amestoy offers casual elegance w/rich original character & modern amenities. Private, secure estate is set on 1.1+ acres. Front entry courtyard feat fountain & covered veranda. Ideal floor pln has 4 bds w/lux master w/built-ins, walk-in & spa-like ba. Keyhole fpl anchors LR, FR & FDR's. Grand, expanded kit boasts catering gallery & walk-in pantry. Wood-beamed ceilings thru-out. Newer screening rm w/10 seats, 4K proj, fiberoptic ceil, Crestron control & lobby/library evokes Old Hollywood cinema. Remarkable grounds encompass 1-bd A/C Guest Hse w/fp, kit & ba, Cabana w/ba, changing rms, offices + N/S lit TC and swimmer's pl. This estate is a breath of fresh air among the monotony of newer construction. Easy access to Studios & Westside. Casa Amestoy is Old Hollywood glamour envisioned for today's modern buyer.
  • Builder Model Name: N/A
  • Complex Name: N/A
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • Exclusions: All Staging & Furnishings to be EXCLUDED. Washer/Dryer are Excluded. Ask Listing Agent About ALL Exclusions, Please. Thanks
  • Living Area: 5931
  • Probate: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Number Of Photos: 1
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Dining, Guest House, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Flooring: Adobe, Carpet, Wood
  • Appliances: Built-Ins, Range
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathroom: 5
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Bedroom Features: Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Shower and Tub
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 1
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Laundry: Room
  • Maids Room: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Price Per S Q F T: 656.72

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Cabana, GuestHouse
  • Tennis Court: North/South, Private, Private Tennis Court
  • Tennis Court Y/N: Yes
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool Description: Diving Board
  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Built-In Storage, Garage, Garage Is Attached, Parking for Guests, Private Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Management Company: N/A
  • Mgmt Co 2: N/A
  • Mgmt Co Phone: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2258-008-025
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Lawn, Secluded, Yard
  • Lot Size Area: 48084

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 0

Tax Info

  • Mello Roos: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
5159 Amestoy Trust and Russell Jason Matthew
Bought by
Prince Jj Amigo Trust and Vales
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Brookley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Brett Lawyer
Carolwood Estates
List Price
$5,999,999
Sold Price
$5,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,999
-2.5%
Views
105
Current Estimated Value
$5,797,409

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$52,591
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.87%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2019
Closed on
Oct 8, 2019
Sold by
Kushell Robert R and Kushell Karne L
Bought by
Russell Jason and 5159 Amestoy Trust
Seller's Agent
Andrew Manning
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Brookley
List Price
$3,895,000
Sold Price
$4,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
5.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%
Original Mortgage
$2,870,000
Interest Rate
3.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2005
Sold by
Kushell Robert R
Bought by
Kushell Robert R and Kushell Karen L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,900,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2000
Sold by
Parriott James D And Diane C Trs
Bought by
Kushell Robert R and Kushell Karen L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,450,000
Interest Rate
8%
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 $5,850,000 Lawyers Title
Warranty Deed $4,100,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First Southwestern Title
Grant Deed $2,025,000 Southland Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,870,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $800,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,328,420 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,394,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,425,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,900,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,319,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,440,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,445,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,450,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,450,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Sold $5,850,000 +6.5% $986 / Sq Ft
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Price Changed $5,495,000 -8.4% $926 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 For Sale $5,999,999 +46.3% $1,012 / Sq Ft
11/22/2019 11/22/19 Sold $4,100,000 +5.3% $691 / Sq Ft
09/24/2019 09/24/19 For Sale $3,895,000 -- $657 / 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 $53,919 $4,483,946 $2,624,749 $1,859,197
2024 $53,919 $4,396,027 $2,573,284 $1,822,743
2023 $52,872 $4,309,831 $2,522,828 $1,787,003
2022 $50,417 $4,225,325 $2,473,361 $1,751,964
2021 $49,811 $4,142,476 $2,424,864 $1,717,612
2019 $30,607 $2,522,000 $934,000 $1,588,000
2018 $29,103 $2,400,000 $889,000 $1,511,000
2016 $25,291 $2,095,000 $776,000 $1,319,000
2015 $25,294 $2,095,000 $776,000 $1,319,000
2014 $22,897 $1,850,000 $684,900 $1,165,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 19-508452

The MLS

APN: 2258-008-025