$1,490,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

990 E Avocado Crest Rd La Habra Heights, CA 90631

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,625 Sq Ft
2.17 Acres

Recently Sold

$411 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • In Ground Pool
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate School Rated 9+
  • 2.17 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2025

Step into the pages of Hollywood history with this rare and magnificent Spanish Hacienda Estate, an architectural masterpiece originally commissioned for legendary Hollywood talent agent Dema Harshbarger. Built for a luminary who shaped the golden age of entertainment, spearheading NBC hits like The Fred Allen Show and serving as press agent for the iconic Hedda Hopper, this historical home is a preserved treasure of timeless design and glamour. Poised on over two panoramic acres between two APN numbers, this estate offers an extraordinary setting with breathtaking views stretching to the ocean. The estate boasts unmatched privacy, making it a haven of endless possibilities. The gated entry welcomes you to 'El Retiro' where you'll journey down a long drive surrounded by lush grounds to find a spacious motor court. Step inside to find the impressive living room with double-height, wood-beamed ceilings, french doors, a stately fireplace, period light fixtures, and wrought iron details sourced from around the world. A grand staircase leads to two well-appointed bedroom suites, with the primary showcasing some of the property's best views, french doors, and a private balcony. The south wing of the main level has an additional bedroom suite, a wood-paneled study with fireplace, and a separate library. Off the living room, a large dining room enjoys sweeping views and opens to the rear patio through french doors. The kitchen is full of possibilities, complemented by a separate breakfast area bathed in natural light from numerous windows. Beyond the kitchen, a dedicated laundry area leads to stairs accessing a private bedroom suite and additional flex space. On the ground level, there's a bonus room with its own bath and separate entrance. Each bathroom in the home exudes vintage charm, adorned with exquisite period tiles and fixtures. An attached two car garage and two separate basement areas provide abundant storage space. Outdoors, a large brick patio is elevated and separate from the refreshing pool, perfectly positioned to enjoy the unobstructed views. Whether you're seeking a private retreat, a show-stopping entertaining space, or a piece of living history, this estate delivers a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Armen Sarkissian

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic License #01242603 Listed on: 01/15/2025

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

Co-Listed By

Hazel Perera

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic License #01715728

Last Buyer's Agent

Yousuf Salama

CURB License #02174199

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,679

Year Built

  • Built in 1933

Lot Details

  • 2.17 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Sprinkler System
  • Density is 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Adjacent parcel of 42,752 sq. ft. is APN# 8238-011-016 and INCLUDED in this sale as one property.

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Auto Driveway Gate

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Pool
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Spanish Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,625 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cesspool
  • Septic Type Unknown

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1234
  • Tax Tract Number 5001
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8238011009
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,679

Year Built

Built in 1933

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 8238011009
  • Year Built: 1933
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3625.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Library, Living Room
  • Levels: Multi/Split, Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 411.03
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Basement

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: City Lights, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Pool, Panoramic, Ocean, Mountain(s), Hills, Canyon
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Concrete
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Auto Driveway Gate, Concrete, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Sewer: Cesspool, Septic Type Unknown, Unknown
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Rural

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Additional Parcels Description: Adjacent parcel of 42,752 sq. ft. is APN# 8238-011-016 and INCLUDED in this sale as one property.
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 94697.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.1739

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 94697.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1234
  • Tax Tract Number: 5001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Alkuteifani Ayesha
Bought by
Salama Omar
Seller's Agent
Armen Sarkissian
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Buyer's Agent
Yousuf Salama
CURB
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$209,000
-12.3%
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
$1,569,544

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,544
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.54%
Original Mortgage
$1,340,851
Outstanding Balance
$1,335,126
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$229,939

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2025
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Fernandez Family Trust and Fernandez Manuel Paul
Bought by
Salama Omar
Seller's Agent
Armen Sarkissian
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Buyer's Agent
Yousuf Salama
CURB
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$209,000
-12.3%
Views
90

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,340,851
Outstanding Balance
$1,335,126
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$229,939

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2022
Sold by
Fernandez Family Trust
Bought by
Fernandez Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1999
Sold by
Fernandez Family Trust and Aurora Carter
Bought by
Fernandez Aurora Carter and Fernandez Family Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- California Title Company
Grant Deed $1,490,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,340,851 New Conventional
Previous Owner $303,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $229,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $1,490,000 -12.3% $411 / Sq Ft
03/12/2025 03/12/25 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2025 01/15/25 For Sale $1,699,000 -- $469 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,679 $214,962 $59,548 $155,414
2024 $3,679 $210,747 $58,380 $152,367
2023 $3,601 $206,616 $57,236 $149,380
2022 $3,546 $202,565 $56,114 $146,451
2021 $3,450 $198,594 $55,014 $143,580
2019 $3,355 $192,705 $53,383 $139,322
2018 $3,031 $188,928 $52,337 $136,591
2016 $2,656 $181,593 $50,305 $131,288
2015 $2,569 $178,866 $49,550 $129,316
2014 $2,683 $175,363 $48,580 $126,783
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-20472

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 8238-011-009