$1,729,000
PENDING $170K PRICE DROP

5252 Vanalden Ave Tarzana, CA 91356

Estimated payment $10,080/month

Total Views 2,477
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,768 Sq Ft
$625 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gaspar De Portola Middle School Rated A-
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Now offered at a significantly reduced price, 5252 Vanalden Ave is an incredible value for this one-of-a-kind Tarzana retreat filled with charm, character, and endless possibilities. This stunning California Ranch-style home with a Spanish tile roof features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2,768 sq ft of warm, welcoming living space on a sprawling 19,218 sq ft lot. Behind the gated front yard, you'll find a perfect grassy play area for kids and pets. Enter through the inviting front porchpast the peaceful fishpondand step into a dramatic great room with soaring cathedral ceilings and gleaming wood floors. The open kitchen and family room, complete with a fireplace and custom built-ins, create the heart of the home. Storage is abundant throughout, with closets and built-ins making organization a breeze. The spacious primary suite offers a fireplace, French doors to the pool and spa, walk-in closet, soaking tub, and oversized shower. A front guest bedroom has its own ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill. A bonus office nook near the kitchen is perfect for Zoom calls or creative projects. The entertainer's backyard features a built-in BBQ and fridge, a sparkling pool, and a hillside path leading to a magical, oversized treehouse strung with lightsideal for sleepovers, playdates, or stargazing. Thoughtful upgrades like a whole-house fan, solar attic fans, double insulation, and energy-efficient systems keep the home cool and comfortable. The finished garage provides even more flexible space for a studio or home office. This home is bursting with potential, comfort, and a little bit of magicall at a new, more accessible price. Don't miss your chance to make it yours!

Listing Agent

Carol Huston

True Story Realty License #01261965 Listed on: 07/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,141

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Stucco Fence
  • Property is zoned LARA

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Concrete Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,768 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Den with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Converted Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Driveway

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2163-023-022

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,141

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: We've just made a huge price reduction on this spectacular Tarzana retreat- making it one of the best values in the area! This California Ranch-style home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 2,768 sq ft of living space on a sprawling 19,218 sq ft lot, with plenty of room to relax, entertain, and dream big. Behind the gates, you'll find a grassy front yard, inviting porch, dramatic great room with cathedral ceilings, wood floors, open kitchen, cozy family room with fireplace and built-ins. The private primary suite features its own fireplace, French doors to the pool, walk-in closet, soaking tub, and oversized shower. Step outside to a true backyard oasis with a built-in BBQ, sparkling pool, and a magical treehouse big enough for sleepovers. With this new price, you can move right in or take it to the next level. Either way, this home is full of comfort, character, and possibility!!
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Living Area: 2768
  • Lot Acreage: 0.4412
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Number Of Photos: 72
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings
  • Fireplace Rooms: Den, Primary Bedroom
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Stone Tile, Wood Laminate
  • Appliances: Gas/Electric Range, Oven-Gas, Range Hood
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom, Primary Retreat, Primary Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area, Family Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight(s), Granite Counters, Open to Family Room, Island
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Den: 1
  • Equipment: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan, Attic Fan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer Dryer, Range/oven
  • Price Per S Q F T: 624.64

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Fence: Wood, Wrought Iron, Stucco Wall
  • Patio: Brick, Concrete Slab
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Gunite
  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: In Ground
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Hills, City Lights
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 4
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Attached, Side By Side, Attached, Built-In Storage, Converted Garage
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2163-023-022
  • Lot Size Area: 19218

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $8,141 $655,054 $285,532 $369,522
2024 $8,141 $642,211 $279,934 $362,277
2023 $7,988 $629,620 $274,446 $355,174
2022 $7,645 $617,275 $269,065 $348,210
2021 $7,541 $605,173 $263,790 $341,383
2020 $7,611 $598,969 $261,086 $337,883
2019 $7,320 $587,225 $255,967 $331,258
2018 $7,198 $575,712 $250,949 $324,763
2016 $6,847 $553,358 $241,205 $312,153
2015 $6,749 $545,047 $237,582 $307,465
2014 $6,780 $534,372 $232,929 $301,443
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $1,729,000 -9.0% $625 / Sq Ft
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $1,899,000 -- $686 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Priority Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Stewart Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Landsafe Title
Grant Deed -- Continental Lawyers Title Co
Grant Deed -- Continental Lawyers Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $390,000 Progressive Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $715,000 New Conventional
Closed $170,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $68,200 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $581,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $581,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $450,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $390,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $120,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $217,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $380,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $312,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25563181

The MLS

APN: 2163-023-022