$670,000 - $948,000
RENTED DEC 24, 2024

961 Montecito Dr Los Angeles, CA 90031

Montecito Heights Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,108 Sq Ft
$725 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Abraham Lincoln High School Rated A
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of December 2024

Nestled in the hills of Montecito Heights, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of charming comfort and original beauty. The bright and airy home features sleek laminate flooring, large living room window showcasing the breathtaking city and hillside views, and a functional kitchen with granite countertops and ample storage. Outside, the serene backyard features mature fruit trees, a private patio, and lush landscaping, perfect for outdoor gatherings and enjoyment. The two-car garage is accessible through a private cul-de-sac alley for easy direct access into the home. Conveniently located near parks, hiking trails, and just minutes from downtown Los Angeles, this home provides the ideal retreat with easy access to urban amenities and so much more! Ready to move in and enjoy before Christmas!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Isabel Velez

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01848089 Listed on: 12/11/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Alexander Cabrera

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01970285

Last Renter's Agent

Isabel Velez

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01848089 Listed on: 12/11/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $830

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 5,071 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned LAR1

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,108 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $8,000
  • Tenant pays for electricity, gas, water, trash collection
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5304-008-009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$830

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Credit Report Paid By: Tenant
  • Credit Report Required: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 8000
  • Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas, Water, Trash Collection

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Style: Traditional
  • Single Family Or Apt: Single Family
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Lease Terms: 1+Year
  • Living Area: 1108
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1164
  • Monthto Month: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Number Of Photos: 40
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Range/Oven, Ceiling Fan, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Price Per S Q F T: 3.61

Exterior Features

  • Pool: No
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Attached, Driveway
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Wall

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Call

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5304-008-009
  • Lot Size Area: 5071

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2018
Sold by
Knox Johnny A
Bought by
Knox Catrina
Current Estimated Value
$721,678

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2018
Sold by
Knox Johnnay and Knox Johnay
Bought by
Knox Catrina

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
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
Knox Catrina -- Provident Title Company
Knox Catrina $335,000 Provident Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Knox Catrina $107,000
Closed Knox Catrina $50,000
Open Knox Catrina $328,900
Closed Knox Catrina $65,000
Closed Knox Catrina $324,950
Previous Owner Knox Johnny $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/24/2024 12/24/24 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
12/20/2024 12/20/24 Under Contract -- -- --
12/11/2024 12/11/24 For Rent $4,000 -- --
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 $830 $53,375 $18,601 $34,774
2024 $830 $52,330 $18,237 $34,093
2023 $818 $51,305 $17,880 $33,425
2022 $783 $50,300 $17,530 $32,770
2021 $768 $49,315 $17,187 $32,128
2019 $748 $47,854 $16,678 $31,176
2018 $701 $46,916 $16,351 $30,565
2016 $657 $45,096 $15,717 $29,379
2015 $649 $44,419 $15,481 $28,938
2014 $661 $43,550 $15,178 $28,372
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Isabel Velez

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Isabel Velez

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (818) 335-4186

    76 Total Sales

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  • Alexander Cabrera

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Alexander Cabrera

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (818) 201-6322

    75 Total Sales

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 24-471143

The MLS

APN: 5304-008-009

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90031 Montecito Heights

961 Montecito Dr, Los Angeles, CA

This home is located at 961 Montecito Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90031 since 11 December 2024 and is currently priced at $803,726. This property was built in 1958. 961 Montecito Dr is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Latona Avenue Elementary School, Florence Nightingale Middle, and Benjamin Franklin High School.

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