NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8551 Walnut Dr Los Angeles, CA 90046

Hollywood Hills West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,126,453 - $1,261,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
904 Sq Ft
$1,323/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 30, 2015

Last sale price $830,000 $918 Per Sq Ft

Est. 44% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,505/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Canyon View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room
  • Wonderland Avenue Elementary Rated A
  • Modern Architecture
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of October 2015

Mid-Century Modern in Prime Laurel Canyon Hills re-imagined with Zen-like Serenity. DK Design House, Dorothy Kersman Measer, Principal, designed Terrace for Al Fresco Dining and Entertaining with luxurious, mature gardens designed by Sarah Munster. Chef's Kitchen with Viking Stove & Stainless Appliances. Updated Tiled Bath; Central A/C and Heat; Hardwood Floors; Inside Laundry; Ample Closet Space; Built-in Custom Cabinetry for Computer/Home Office. Private, Roof Sundeck with Tree-top Views. Located in the Desirable Wonderland School District. Garage w/ Storage and Off-Street Parking. Move In Ready for Today's Discerning Buyer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Steiner

Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills License #01102454 Listed on: 06/24/2015

Co-Listed By

Joan Yarfitz

Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills License #00708625

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenneth Church

Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills License #00553291

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,848

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 3,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 904 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Canyon Views
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry in Garage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5556-013-011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,848

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Modern
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 904
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Number Of Photos: 13
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Mixed
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Garage
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher
  • Price Per S Q F T: 939.16

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool: No
  • View: Canyon
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Garage, On street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5556-013-011
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 3000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2015
Closed on
Sep 15, 2015
Sold by
Furman Wendy N
Bought by
Bowers Family Trust
Seller's Agent
John Steiner
Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Church
Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills
List Price
$856,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-3.04%
Current Estimated Value
$1,196,113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$366,113
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%
Original Mortgage
$622,500
Outstanding Balance
$490,622
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$718,618

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2012
Sold by
Furman Wendy
Bought by
Furman Wendy N and The W N Furman Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1995
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Furman Wendy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,400
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 1995
Sold by
Midfirst Bank State Svgs Bank
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 1995
Sold by
Glair Richard J and Midfirst Bank
Bought by
Midfirst Bank
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bowers Family Trust $830,000 Equity Title Los Angeles
Furman Wendy N -- None Available
Furman Wendy $162,500 Southland Title Corporation
Federal National Mortgage Association -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Midfirst Bank $160,000 Benefit Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bowers Family Trust $622,500
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $500,000
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $125,000
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $232,000
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $50,000
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $183,000
Previous Owner Furman Wendy $157,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/30/2015 10/30/15 Sold $830,000 -2.2% $918 / Sq Ft
09/25/2015 09/25/15 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2015 07/29/15 Price Changed $849,000 -0.8% $939 / Sq Ft
06/24/2015 06/24/15 For Sale $856,000 -- $947 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $11,848 $982,547 $686,600 $295,947
2024 $11,848 $963,283 $673,138 $290,145
2023 $11,623 $944,396 $659,940 $284,456
2022 $11,110 $925,879 $647,000 $278,879
2021 $10,977 $907,725 $634,314 $273,411
2019 $10,583 $880,802 $615,500 $265,302
2018 $10,535 $863,532 $603,432 $260,100
2016 $10,050 $830,000 $580,000 $250,000
2015 $2,748 $224,321 $179,409 $44,912
2014 $2,765 $219,928 $175,895 $44,033
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    John Steiner

    Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills

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  • Joan Yarfitz

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Joan Yarfitz

    Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills

    (213) 610-4448

    8 Total Sales

    Joan Yarfitz
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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Kenneth Church

    Engel & Völkers Beverly Hills

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 15-914657

The MLS

APN: 5556-013-011

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90046 Hollywood Hills West

8551 Walnut Dr, Los Angeles, CA

This home is located at 8551 Walnut Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90046 since 24 June 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,196,113, approximately $1,323 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 8551 Walnut Dr is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Wonderland Avenue Elementary, Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School, and Fairfax High School.

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