Seller's Agent in 2022
Brian Linder
Compass
(310) 592-5417
3 in this area
48 Total Sales
7800 W 81st St Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,828
Sq Ft
5,004
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Sauna
- Open Floorplan
- Two Story Ceilings
- Kentwood Elementary Rated A-
- Dual Staircase
- No HOA
About This Home
As of October 2022Kirk Shimazu, AIA, Architect | The Shimazu Residence, 2003. Here on the bluff above the Ballona Wetlands, this peaceful neighborhood is close to Loyola Marymount, Google Spruce Goose, and the tech companies of Silicon Beach, yet from the chaos of Venice and the Marina. The home itself is a trifecta of good fortune: great architecture, impeccably renovated, with a comfortable lifestyle. The architect designed this home for his family from the inside out, responding to the sloping site with sectional interventions that are spatially and sculpturally exciting, building on forbears like Schindler. And each interior space is connected to the outside with floor-to-ceiling glass, outdoor patios, upper balconies, and decks, continuing the rich tradition of indoor/outdoor living that is quintessentially Southern Californian. An avid design enthusiast took over stewardship of the house, picking up where the original designer left off, and completed the composition with high-end bespoke finishes from top to bottom. The result is a sophisticated aesthetic experience, sublime and powerful, yet subtle and sensitive, receding gently into the background and allowing a focus on people and parties, eating and drinking, living in a work of art.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,131
Year Built
- Built in 2003 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,004 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x125
- Property is zoned LAR1
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Side by Side Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Interior Spaces
- 2,828 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Two Story Ceilings
- Track Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room on Second Floor
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Den
- Sauna
- Alarm System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Powder Room
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Open Patio
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Sewer in Street
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4114-022-019
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2022
Closed on
Sep 13, 2022
Sold by
Scott Farris Living Trust
Bought by
Drablier Mcguire Family Trust and Drablier
Seller's Agent
Brian Linder
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alice Plato
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$645,000
-21.54%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$73,241
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.63%
Original Mortgage
$1,997,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,915,419
Interest Rate
5.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$548,460
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Farris Scott Brian
Bought by
Farris Scott and Scott Farris Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2003
Sold by
Shimazu Kirk Y and Shimazu Joyce A
Bought by
Farris Scott Brian
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$745,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $2,350,000 | First American Title Company O | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $995,000 | Southland Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,997,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $741,866 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $745,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $452,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2022 10/05/22 | Sold | $2,350,000 | -5.8% | $831 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2022 08/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/22/2022 08/22/22 | Price Changed | $2,495,000 | -9.2% | $882 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2022 08/01/22 | Price Changed | $2,749,000 | -8.2% | $972 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2022 07/21/22 | For Sale | $2,995,000 | -- | $1,059 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,131 | $2,444,939 | $1,780,332 | $664,607 |
| 2024 | $29,131 | $2,397,000 | $1,745,424 | $651,576 |
| 2023 | $28,564 | $2,350,000 | $1,711,200 | $638,800 |
| 2022 | $15,831 | $1,333,074 | $783,634 | $549,440 |
| 2021 | $15,628 | $1,306,936 | $768,269 | $538,667 |
| 2019 | $15,157 | $1,268,174 | $745,483 | $522,691 |
| 2018 | $15,065 | $1,243,309 | $730,866 | $512,443 |
| 2016 | $14,395 | $1,195,033 | $702,487 | $492,546 |
| 2015 | $14,183 | $1,177,083 | $691,935 | $485,148 |
| 2014 | $14,227 | $1,154,026 | $678,381 | $475,645 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brian Linder
-
Rick Grahn
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Rick Grahn
Compass
(310) 382-0344
3 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Alice Plato
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Alice Plato
Coldwell Banker Realty
(310) 704-4188
15 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 22-179715
APN: 4114-022-019
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