NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12305 5th Helena Dr Los Angeles, CA 90049

Brentwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,831,000 - $8,147,663

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,624 Sq Ft
$2,663/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2017

Last sale price $7,250,000 $2,763 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $48,085/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Gated Parking
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • In Ground Pool
  • Canyon View
  • Hacienda Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2017

Incredible, authentic 1929 Hacienda situated behind tall gates at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of the most coveted locations in Brentwood. The largest parcel of all the Helenas, this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home offers privacy, tranquility, and close proximity to San Vicente restaurants and shops.Beautiful architectural details such as beamed ceilings, terra cotta tile floors, casement windows as well as an expansive grassy yard, pool, and citrus orchard. A truly remarkable property that is steeped in Hollywood glamour.

Last Listed By

Lisa Optican

Carolwood Estates License #01960751 Listed on: 04/21/2017

Carolwood Estates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $108,924

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned LARS

Property Views

  • Canyon
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Hacienda Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,624 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gated Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gas Heated Pool

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Detached Guest House
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4405-040-005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$108,924

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Hacienda
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 2624
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Number Of Photos: 1
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Flooring: Cement, Tile
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Den: 1
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Price Per S Q F T: 2629.57

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool Description: Heated with Gas, Private
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Canyon, Green Belt
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Attached, Door Opener, Gated, Side By Side

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4405-040-005
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 23200

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2023
Sold by
Glory Of The Snow 1031 Llc
Bought by
Schure Andrew
Total Days on Market
39
Current Estimated Value
$6,988,888

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2017
Closed on
May 24, 2017
Sold by
The Donna L Kaplan Living Trust
Bought by
Glory Of The Snow 1031 Llc
Seller's Agent
Lisa Optican
Carolwood Estates
Buyer's Agent
Richard Stearns
Compass
List Price
$6,900,000
Sold Price
$7,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$350,000
5.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.39%
Original Mortgage
$7,268,653
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2015
Sold by
Capps William F and Dlk Trust
Bought by
Kaplan Donna L and Donna L Kaplan Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,510,000
Interest Rate
2.35%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2012
Sold by
Weber David and The David Weber Living Trust
Bought by
Capps William F and Dlk Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,500,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2010
Sold by
Rust Cynthia N
Bought by
Weber David and David Weber Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2007
Sold by
Rust Cynthia N
Bought by
Rust Cynthia N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2007
Sold by
Rust Henry L
Bought by
Rust Cynthia N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1996
Sold by
Ritchie Michael and Ritchie Jimmie
Bought by
Rust Henry L and Rust Cynthia Nathanson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$649,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Assumption

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1994
Sold by
Bull Alexander B and Bull Candice A
Bought by
Ritchie Michael and Ritchie Jimmie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$796,000
Interest Rate
5.25%

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
Schure Andrew $8,350,000 Lawyers Title
Glory Of The Snow 1031 Llc $7,250,000 Fatcola
Kaplan Donna L -- Chicago Title Company
Capps William F $5,100,000 California Title Company
Weber David $3,850,000 Equity Title Company
Rust Cynthia N -- Equity Title Company
Rust Cynthia N -- None Available
Rust Henry L -- Fidelity Title
Ritchie Michael $995,000 Equity Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Glory Of The Snow 1031 Llc $7,268,653
Previous Owner Kaplan Donna L $3,510,000
Previous Owner Capps William F $3,500,000
Previous Owner Weber David $2,000,000
Previous Owner Rust Cynthia N $750,000
Previous Owner Rust Henry L $649,000
Previous Owner Ritchie Michael $796,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2017 05/31/17 Sold $7,250,000 +5.1% $2,763 / Sq Ft
04/21/2017 04/21/17 For Sale $6,900,000 -- $2,630 / 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
2024 $108,924 $8,350,100 $6,680,100 $1,670,000
2023 $95,502 $7,928,931 $6,343,146 $1,585,785
2022 $91,002 $7,773,463 $6,218,771 $1,554,692
2021 $89,945 $7,621,043 $6,096,835 $1,524,208
2019 $88,954 $7,542,900 $7,490,880 $52,020
2018 $95,984 $7,395,000 $7,344,000 $51,000
2016 $63,485 $5,305,202 $4,785,085 $520,117
2015 $62,543 $5,225,514 $4,713,209 $512,305
2014 -- $5,123,154 $4,620,884 $502,270
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Optican

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Lisa Optican

    Carolwood Estates

    (310) 351-6646

    4 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Lisa Optican
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  • Richard Stearns

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Richard Stearns

    Compass

    (310) 850-9284

    15 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Richard Stearns
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Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 17-222182

The MLS

APN: 4405-040-005

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90049 Brentwood

12305 5th Helena Dr, Los Angeles, CA

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This home is located at 12305 5th Helena Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 since 21 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $6,988,888, approximately $2,663 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 12305 5th Helena Dr is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Brentwood Science Magnet, Kenter Canyon Elementary School, and Paul Revere Charter Middle School.

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