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Landlord's Agent in 2026
Norma Paladines
Compass
(818) 357-4656
13 Total Sales
7516 Whitaker Ave Van Nuys, CA 91406
Estimated Value: $826,007 - $955,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,289
Sq Ft
$686/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- High Ceiling
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Traditional Architecture
- Home Office
- Converted Garage
About This Home
As of January 2026This Lovely Lake Balboa updated property is the perfect place to call home with an open, light infused floor plan for all. This home offers a new roof, new garage door, new flooring, new fixtures, and fresh paint making this beauty ready to call home. Included are a washer and dryer in unit in addition to a pristine refrigerator, dishwasher, gas stove and garbage disposal. Set on a quiet road, offering a lovely set-back from the street and a spacious yard for relaxing, this wonderful property invites indoor-outdoor living on a 5,963 square foot lot. This spacious home offers 1,289 square feet of living space with three bedrooms including a large primary with an en suite bathroom. You will also find two additional bedrooms, a bonus room/office and two additional bathrooms. Outdoors, a one car garage, covered patio and fully enclosed back yard offers additional storage and sanctuary. Convenient location for easy access to all of LA and Lake Balboa Park. Tenant pays for ALL utilities. Pet allowed with owner approval $500 deposit. All pets considered on an individual basis.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,963 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 51x116
- West Facing Home
- Property is zoned LAR1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Converted Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 1,289 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Shutters
- Blinds
- Home Office
- Views of Woods
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Linoleum
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
Home Security
- Security Lights
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Central Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,800
- $7,600 Move-In Fee
- Tenant pays for gas, electricity, water, trash collection, cable TV
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 2226-022-004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2007
Sold by
Contreras Nuria
Bought by
Contreras Nuria and Contreras Sara Herminia
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Outstanding Balance
$207,734
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$676,768
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 26, 2007
Sold by
Malan Timothy A
Bought by
Contreras Nuria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Outstanding Balance
$207,734
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$676,768
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2003
Sold by
Mccauley Rebecca J
Bought by
Contreras Nuria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$323,955
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2002
Sold by
Knight Shannon
Bought by
Mccauley Rebecca J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
6.52%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2001
Sold by
Knight Sharon
Bought by
Knight Shannon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1999
Sold by
Rost Patrick T
Bought by
Knight Shannon and Knight Sharon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,200
Interest Rate
5.8%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1998
Sold by
Angel Rose
Bought by
Rost Patrick T and Rost Meredith Karasch
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,900
Interest Rate
7.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 1998
Sold by
1996 Angel Living Trust
Bought by
Angel Rose
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,900
Interest Rate
7.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 1998
Sold by
Angel Rose
Bought by
Angel Rose
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$25,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1997
Sold by
Angel Rose
Bought by
1996 Angel Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 1994
Sold by
Best Avnet
Bought by
Angel Leo and Angel Rose
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,000
Interest Rate
7%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 1994
Sold by
Delatorre Armando
Bought by
Best Avnet
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,000
Interest Rate
7%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contreras Nuria | -- | Accommodation | |
| Contreras Nuria | -- | Financial Title Company La | |
| Contreras Nuria | $360,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Mccauley Rebecca J | $285,000 | United Title Company | |
| Knight Shannon | -- | Investors Title Company | |
| Knight Shannon | $179,000 | South Coast Title | |
| Rost Patrick T | $163,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Angel Rose | -- | Universal Title Company | |
| Angel Rose | -- | -- | |
| 1996 Angel Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Angel Leo | $130,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Best Avnet | $72,000 | Fidelity National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Contreras Nuria | $360,000 | |
| Closed | Contreras Nuria | $323,955 | |
| Previous Owner | Mccauley Rebecca J | $228,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Knight Shannon | $143,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Knight Shannon | $143,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Rost Patrick T | $153,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Angel Rose | $25,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Angel Leo | $97,000 | |
| Closed | Angel Leo | $20,000 | |
| Closed | Mccauley Rebecca J | $14,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 01/16/26 | Rented | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/09/2026 01/09/26 | For Rent | $3,800 | +5.6% | -- |
| 08/02/2023 08/02/23 | Rented | $3,600 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/29/2023 07/29/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2023 07/17/23 | For Rent | $3,600 | -- | -- |
Source: The MLS
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 | $6,233 | $511,683 | $369,512 | $142,171 |
| 2024 | $6,233 | $501,651 | $362,267 | $139,384 |
| 2023 | $6,114 | $491,815 | $355,164 | $136,651 |
| 2022 | $5,829 | $482,172 | $348,200 | $133,972 |
| 2021 | $5,755 | $472,719 | $341,373 | $131,346 |
| 2019 | $5,583 | $458,700 | $331,249 | $127,451 |
| 2018 | $5,536 | $449,706 | $324,754 | $124,952 |
| 2016 | $5,286 | $432,245 | $312,145 | $120,100 |
| 2015 | $5,210 | $425,753 | $307,457 | $118,296 |
| 2014 | $5,106 | $407,000 | $295,000 | $112,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Norma Paladines
-
Erika Quicquaro
Seller's Agent in 2023
Erika Quicquaro
Compass
(626) 319-5816
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 26635989
APN: 2226-022-004
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