561 Alta Vista Dr Sierra Madre, CA 91024
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,669
Sq Ft
4,624
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Popular Property
- City Lights View
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Sierra Madre Elementary School Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Near a National Forest
About This Home
As of August 2024WELCOME TO 561 ALTA VISTA DRIVE A GLORIOUS 1939 CAPE COD, NESTLED HIGH ON TOP OF THE VERY DESIRABLE "CANYONS" OF SIERRA MADRE; THIS BEAUTY WAS REMODELED IN THE EIGHTIES WITH PROMINENT VOLTED CEILINGS; STUNNING RIVER ROCK FIREPLACE AND GRAND MARBLE SWEEPING STAIRS AT THE ENTRANCE LEADING TO THE SUNKEN LIVING ROOM; STAINED GLASS WINDOWS WITH BUILT INS EXUDOING PLENTY OF CHARACTER; FEATURING; 2669 SQ FT OF LIVING SPACE; 3 BEDROOMS & 4 BATHROOMS; CLOSET LAUNDRY LOCATED UPSTAIRS; 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE; 2 CARPORTS;4624 SQ FT LOT; THIS HOME BOAST MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES: 4 LARGE DECKS WITH RIVER ROCK WATER FEATURE CREATING A SERENE ATHMOSFERE. UNIQUE DETAILS GIVE THIS HOME THE TYPE OF CHARACTER THAT IS RARE TO FIND; MASSIVE MASTER SUITE WITH A WALK-IN CLOSET, POWDER ROOM, COZY FIREPLACE WITH AMAZING SUNSET VIEWS. THE TRADITIONAL DINING ROOM IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED OFF THE KITCHEN; THE GALLEY KITCHEN FEATURES A CENTRE ISLAND; THIS TERRACED HOME HAS AN INCREDIBLE LAYOUT, REACHING FROM THE TOP OF ALTA VISTA DRIVE, DOWN TO ALTA VISTA CIRCLE BELOW. DON'T MISS THIS FINE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE IN THE DESIRABLE SIERRA MADRE CANYON IN AN EXTREMELY PRIVATE AND QUIET SETTING.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Brokerage Phone: 626-253-6746 License #01274694 Listed on: 04/02/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Compass Brokerage Phone: 626-253-6746 License #01274694 Listed on: 04/02/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,244
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 4,624 Sq Ft Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Fenced
- Fence is in average condition
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Land Lease
- Property is zoned SRR1-CUP*
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Attached Carport Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Cosmetic Repairs Needed
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Hardboard
Interior Spaces
- 2,669 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Formal Entry
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- City Lights Views
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Kitchen Island
- Tile Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Bathtub
- Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Sierra Madre Elementary And Middle School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Near a National Forest
- Foothills
- Mountainous Community
- Valley
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 353
- Tax Tract Number 2456
- Assessor Parcel Number 5764023001
- $454 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 21, 2024
Sold by
Brigman Alison Paige
Bought by
Brigman Todd
Seller's Agent
Nicola Speranta
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nicola Speranta
Compass
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.34%
Views
144
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,123,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,114,090
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$215,780
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 6, 2024
Sold by
Lani Ridley Pedrini Trust and Pedrini Randolph Joseph
Bought by
Brigman Todd
Seller's Agent
Nicola Speranta
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nicola Speranta
Compass
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.34%
Views
144
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,123,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,114,090
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$215,780
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2022
Sold by
Ridley Lani S
Bought by
Ridley Pedrini Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 2019
Sold by
Ridley Lani S
Bought by
Ridley Lani S and The Ridley Pedrini Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2013
Sold by
Ridley Lani S
Bought by
Ridley Lani S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$938,250
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2002
Sold by
Huprich James
Bought by
Ridley Loni S and The Ridley Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1997
Sold by
Thompson Bob D
Bought by
Huprich James and Huprich Linda J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | California Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,250,000 | California Title Company | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Individual Deed | $641,000 | Southland Title | |
| Grant Deed | $495,000 | United Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $69,672 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $1,123,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,062,500 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,717,500 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $416,200 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $212,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | +48.0% | $693 / Sq Ft |
| 08/23/2024 08/23/24 | Sold | $1,250,000 | -7.3% | $468 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2024 07/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2024 07/12/24 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | 0.0% | $505 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2024 06/30/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2024 06/28/24 | Price Changed | $1,349,000 | -3.6% | $505 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2024 06/12/24 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -6.6% | $524 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | Price Changed | $1,498,000 | -6.3% | $561 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2024 05/06/24 | Price Changed | $1,598,000 | -8.6% | $599 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2024 04/02/24 | For Sale | $1,748,000 | -- | $655 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,244 | $703,222 | $100,424 | $602,798 |
| 2023 | $8,194 | $689,434 | $98,455 | $590,979 |
| 2022 | $7,911 | $675,917 | $96,525 | $579,392 |
| 2021 | $7,584 | $662,665 | $94,633 | $568,032 |
| 2019 | $7,299 | $643,012 | $91,827 | $551,185 |
| 2018 | $7,410 | $630,405 | $90,027 | $540,378 |
| 2016 | $7,123 | $605,928 | $86,532 | $519,396 |
| 2015 | $7,013 | $596,828 | $85,233 | $511,595 |
| 2014 | -- | $585,138 | $83,564 | $501,574 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Grant Law
Seller's Agent in 2025
Grant Law
THE AGENCY
(626) 888-1540
45 Total Sales
-
Laura Law
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Laura Law
THE AGENCY
(949) 413-1998
45 Total Sales
-
Nicola Speranta
Seller's Agent in 2024
Nicola Speranta
Compass
(626) 229-2266
6 in this area
106 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR24050863
APN: 5764-023-001
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