739 20th St Santa Monica, CA 90402
North of Montana Neighborhood
6
Beds
6.5
Baths
5,795
Sq Ft
8,932
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Franklin Elementary School Rated A+
- Art Deco Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2025Stunning Custom Built Contemporary Art Deco home in Prime Santa Monica! North of Montana, this home offers an immense amount of natural light, soaring ceilings throughout and an open floor-plan. The Approx. 9,000 square foot lot combined with a front-entry, subterranean garage allows for an enormous backyard! Approx. 5,800 square feet of living space with the ideal layout, 6 total bedrooms, 4 en-suite bedrooms upstairs, a 5th bedroom on the main level plus a maid's suite in the basement! The grand entry way welcomes guests and leads to a spacious step-down living room with fireplace. A generous formal dining room is perfect for entertaining while the separate breakfast room is surrounded by windows looking out to the beautiful backyard. The massive kitchen with center island opens to an inviting family room with wet bar and doors leading out to the outdoor fireplace and patio. The large master suite features a sitting room overlooking the backyard, large walk-in closet, fireplace and luxurious spa bath. The basement provides a maid's room and bath, laundry room and a large amount of storage space, including a walk-in pantry. The backyard is an entertainer's paradise with pool, spa, fantastic patio spaces and plenty of privacy due to the mature and lush landscaping. Franklin School District.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Beverly Hills Estates License #02028482 Listed on: 10/24/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
The Beverly Hills Estates License #02028482 Listed on: 10/24/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,171
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 8,932 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x149
- Property is zoned SMR1*
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Art Deco Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 5,795 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Alarm System
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Powder Room
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4279-005-016
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2024
Sold by
Toubia Albert and Toubia Sima
Bought by
Refoua Daniel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 6, 2014
Sold by
Toubia Albert
Bought by
Toubia Albert and Toubia Sima
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,450,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2007
Sold by
Toubia Sima
Bought by
Toubia Albert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,430,000
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $5,200,000 | Provident Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Title365 Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $3,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,450,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $2,430,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $924,900 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $347,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $935,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | For Sale | $6,995,000 | +34.5% | $1,207 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2025 02/24/25 | Sold | $5,200,000 | -3.6% | $897 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2024 12/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/24/2024 10/24/24 | For Sale | $5,395,000 | 0.0% | $931 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2013 08/28/13 | Rented | $17,500 | -5.4% | -- |
| 08/28/2013 08/28/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2013 07/08/13 | For Rent | $18,500 | -- | -- |
Source: The MLS
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 | $12,171 | $957,604 | $208,796 | $748,808 |
| 2023 | $11,978 | $938,828 | $204,702 | $734,126 |
| 2022 | $11,818 | $920,421 | $200,689 | $719,732 |
| 2021 | $11,488 | $902,374 | $196,754 | $705,620 |
| 2019 | $11,288 | $875,611 | $190,919 | $684,692 |
| 2018 | $10,547 | $858,443 | $187,176 | $671,267 |
| 2016 | $10,102 | $825,109 | $179,908 | $645,201 |
| 2015 | $9,970 | $812,716 | $177,206 | $635,510 |
| 2014 | $9,839 | $796,797 | $173,735 | $623,062 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Fahimian
Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Fahimian
The Beverly Hills Estates
(310) 882-0064
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Jack Harris
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jack Harris
The Beverly Hills Estates
(310) 724-7100
1 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jennifer Woodle
Corcoran Global Living
-
Farah Lavi
F
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
Farah Lavi
Audrey Max Group
(310) 293-8763
5 Total Sales
-
Cindy Ambuehl
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Cindy Ambuehl
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
(928) 575-5281
11 in this area
125 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 24-456509
APN: 4279-005-016
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