$580,000
SOLD DEC 12, 2017

5242 Kester Ave Unit 3 Sherman Oaks, CA 91411

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
$275/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$382 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Gated Parking
  • Kester Avenue Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of October 2021

Beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse with direct access 2 car garage and wonderful rooftop deck. Open floor plan with travertine floors on main level, fireplace, guest bath and Chef’s kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, gas stove and window sink. Both bedrooms are en-suite with updated baths. The spacious Master boasts dramatic soaring ceilings, tons of light and gorgeous bath with double sinks. Central stereo/home theatre sound system. Side by side laundry on second floor, great storage/closet space. Small 10 unit building. Great Sherman Oaks location close to restaurants, shopping and freeways.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey McMahon

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01915484 Listed on: 10/06/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Matthew Fonda

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01241732

Last Buyer's Agent

Deena Willis

RE/MAX Top Producers License #01354143

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,341

Year Built

  • Built in 1993 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • No Units Above
  • No Units Located Below
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Density is 6-10 Units/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Gated Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,520 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Galley Kitchen
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Los Angeles Unified Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Kester Court Association, Phone Number (323) 349-0865
  • Maintained Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 54296
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2249022025

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,341

Year Built

Built in 1993 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Security System
  • View: No
  • Zoning: LAR3
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 2249022025
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1520.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 381.58
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Galley Kitchen, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Suite
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Remodeled, Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Roof Top
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Gated, Private, Side by Side
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Trash
  • Association Fee: 275.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Kester Court
  • Phone: 323-349-0865
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Los Angeles Unified
  • Elementary School: Los Angeles Unified
  • Elementary School: Los Angeles Unified
  • Elementary School #2: LOANUN

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 6-10 Units/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13300.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 1288.02
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 54296

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2021
Sold by
Tu April and Chou Marc
Bought by
Hu Jingyu and Xi Chenqi
Current Estimated Value
$766,957

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2017
Closed on
Nov 4, 2017
Sold by
Ly Benjamin David
Bought by
Tu April and Chou Marc
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey McMahon
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Deena Willis
RE/MAX Top Producers
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.23%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2015
Closed on
May 27, 2015
Sold by
Ramirez Carlos
Bought by
Ly Benjamin David and Ly Karissa Dawn
Seller's Agent
Miriam Williams
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Emory Donelson
Estate Properties
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$476,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
9.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.55%
Original Mortgage
$380,800
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2012
Closed on
Apr 13, 2012
Sold by
White Terrance J
Bought by
Ramirez Carlos and Ramirez Jenny
Seller's Agent
Jnani Matson
No Firm Affiliation
Sold Price
$335,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.96%
Original Mortgage
$301,500
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2006
Sold by
White T J
Bought by
White Terrance J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$432,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2005
Sold by
Steingiesser Miklos
Bought by
White T J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $660,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $580,000 Chicago
Grant Deed $476,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed $335,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Alliance Title Company
Grant Deed $305,000 Alliance Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $495,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $449,171 New Conventional
Previous Owner $460,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $380,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $301,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $54,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $432,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $244,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/26/2021 10/26/21 Sold $660,000 -1.5% $434 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 For Sale $670,000 0.0% $441 / Sq Ft
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Rented $3,000 0.0% --
05/21/2019 05/21/19 Under Contract -- -- --
05/13/2019 05/13/19 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
12/12/2017 12/12/17 Sold $580,000 +1.9% $382 / Sq Ft
11/08/2017 11/08/17 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2017 10/06/17 For Sale $569,000 +19.5% $374 / Sq Ft
07/17/2015 07/17/15 Sold $476,000 +9.4% $313 / Sq Ft
05/23/2015 05/23/15 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2015 05/15/15 For Sale $435,000 +29.9% $286 / Sq Ft
06/08/2012 06/08/12 Sold $335,000 -- $220 / Sq Ft
02/21/2012 02/21/12 Pending -- -- --
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 $8,341 $686,663 $446,955 $239,708
2023 $8,177 $673,200 $438,192 $235,008
2022 $7,792 $660,000 $429,600 $230,400
2021 $7,334 $609,682 $383,574 $226,108
2020 $7,408 $603,431 $379,641 $223,790
2019 $7,113 $591,600 $372,198 $219,402
2018 $7,077 $580,000 $364,900 $215,100
2017 $5,929 $485,520 $267,954 $217,566
2016 $5,787 $476,000 $262,700 $213,300
2015 $4,287 $350,107 $147,254 $202,853
2014 -- $343,250 $144,370 $198,880
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SR17228139

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 2249-022-025