851 Serrano Place Los Angeles, CA 90029
East Hollywood Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,692
Sq Ft
5,643
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- City Lights View
- Colonial Architecture
- STEM Academy at Bernstein High Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- 4-minute walk to Lemon Grove Recreation Center
About This Home
As of April 2025Fully Restored Historic Melrose Hill Character Spanish Duplex DELIVERED VACANT (seller may rent one unit prior to close of escrow)! Killer Views of the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Park Observatory. Each unit 1346 sqft. with 2 bedroom/2 baths - period real oak flooring, new custom period shaker kitchens with stainless steel appliances, new period bathrooms, vintage and reproduction art deco lighting, all wood character dual pane windows, private balconies and updated systems. Two finished garage spaces with additional open parking onsite. Full yard with grass and open area. Fully landscaped with sprinkler systems. Both units move-in ready with central air and heat and everything you need to hit the ground running. Live in one and rent the other or buy it as a simple turnkey investment - no labor required- and start collecting income. Located on the end of a cul-de-sac on a character street. Not in the HPOZ - just outside the boundaries) but restored as if it were in the HPOZ
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty Source Incorporated License #01329997 Listed on: 01/16/2017
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,251
Year Built
- Built in 1922 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,643 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- North Facing Home
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
- Drip System Landscaping
- Level Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Front Yard Sprinklers
- Hillside Location
- Lawn
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side by Side Parking
- Driveway
Property Views
- City Lights
- Views of a landmark
- Mountain
- Hills
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Turnkey
- Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,692 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- French Doors
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 4 Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Open Patio
Location
- City Lot
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Property is located within a water district
- Tankless Water Heater
- Sewer in Street
Listing and Financial Details
- Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas
- The owner pays for gardener, water
- Assessor Parcel Number 5535-027-010
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Buildings
- 2 Units
Building Details
- Rent Control
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 7, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Chrisetti Llc
Bought by
Meredith Janet
Seller's Agent
Nathan Shaolian
Kidder Mathews of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Shana Tavangarian
Carolwood Estates
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-1.47%
Views
11
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
-$11,965
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2017
Sold by
Christiansen Sharon and 2005 Miretti Family Trust
Bought by
Christiansen Sharon A and Christiansen Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 16, 2017
Closed on
Mar 7, 2017
Sold by
Honest Offer Inc
Bought by
Christiansen Sharon A and The 2005 Miretti Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Rob Hanson
Realty Source Incorporated
Buyer's Agent
Rob Hanson
Realty Source Incorporated
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
4.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.94%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 27, 2015
Closed on
Nov 19, 2015
Sold by
Cervantes Leonard and Cervantes Diane Marlene
Bought by
Honest Offer Inc
Seller's Agent
Steve Miller
Estate Properties
Buyer's Agent
Rob Hanson
Realty Source Incorporated
List Price
$829,900
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-6.01%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.11%
Original Mortgage
$546,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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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 | $1,670,000 | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,415,000 | Progressive Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $780,000 | Progressive |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $235,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $546,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Sold | $1,670,000 | -1.5% | $620 / Sq Ft |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/07/2025 01/07/25 | For Sale | $1,695,000 | +19.8% | $630 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2017 04/25/17 | Sold | $1,415,000 | +4.8% | $526 / Sq Ft |
| 03/02/2017 03/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2017 01/16/17 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | +73.1% | $501 / Sq Ft |
| 11/25/2015 11/25/15 | Sold | $780,000 | -6.0% | $290 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2015 11/05/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2015 10/27/15 | For Sale | $829,900 | -- | $308 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,251 | $1,578,455 | $1,104,362 | $474,093 |
| 2023 | $18,879 | $1,547,506 | $1,082,708 | $464,798 |
| 2022 | $17,999 | $1,517,164 | $1,061,479 | $455,685 |
| 2021 | $17,773 | $1,487,416 | $1,040,666 | $446,750 |
| 2019 | $17,238 | $1,443,300 | $1,009,800 | $433,500 |
| 2018 | $17,166 | $1,415,000 | $990,000 | $425,000 |
| 2016 | $9,498 | $780,000 | $550,000 | $230,000 |
| 2015 | $3,023 | $243,726 | $147,980 | $95,746 |
| 2014 | $3,046 | $238,953 | $145,082 | $93,871 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nathan Shaolian
Seller's Agent in 2025
Nathan Shaolian
Kidder Mathews of California, Inc.
(818) 642-4123
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
-
Dane Garson
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Dane Garson
Kidder Mathews of California, Inc.
(949) 922-2861
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
Shana Tavangarian
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Shana Tavangarian
Carolwood Estates
(310) 740-4982
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Rob Hanson
Seller's Agent in 2017
Rob Hanson
Realty Source Incorporated
(310) 989-5050
18 Total Sales
-
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Steve Miller
RE/MAX
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 17-193752
APN: 5535-027-010
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