Traditional Single Story 2500+ sq ft Miracle Mile Home on 7700 sq ft lot on tree-lined Formosa Ave. Extra handsome curb appeal with striking architecture, mature trees, front porch, covered entry. Center hallway with skylight + views all the way to the family room French Doors and backyard. Large living room with leaded glass window to street, statement fireplace, recessed lights, ornate crown molding. Large sunshine infused dining room with leaded glass window to street. Wide spacious kitchen with deep windows, breakfast area, double pantries, double sink, large range with ovens, built-in dishwasher, microwave, abundant storage, service entrance. Laundry room + powder room. Third bedroom would also make a perfect office. Primary bedroom has built-ins, a large walk in closet, en-suite bathroom with double vanity + makeup counter + walk in shower + tub with jets + abundant storage. Secondary bedroom has an en-suite custom special needs tub. Family room at the back of the house opens with French Doors to the backyard. Extra deep lot with grassy area with fruit trees + hardscape al fresco dining barbecue area. Outside structure attached to the one car garage has an outdoor kitchen with doors and shutters to the yard. Hardwood floors, central HVAC, abundant sunshine, Third St School District.
This property is $1.5M more than the Median Sold Price and $363/SqFt more than other homes in Los Angeles, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #24367845
Listing Office:
Office Name: The Bienstock Group
Office Phone: (323) 310-2525
Listing Agent: Sheri Bienstock
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Jul 18, 2006
Jul 18, 2006Home Sold
$1,575,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$23,281
$1,949,460
2020
$22,581
$1,929,472
2019
$22,479
$1,891,640
2018
$21,990
$1,854,550
2017
$21,990
$1,818,187
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
9
/10
Third Street Elementary School
201 S June St
Distance between this listing and this school0.65 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
731 N Detroit St
Distance between this listing and this school0.87 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
9
/10
Academy For Enriched Sciences
6170 Lockhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school18.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 1-5
Middle School
8
/10
John Burroughs Middle School
600 S Mccadden Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
4
/10
Studio
2211 W Avenue 30
Distance between this listing and this school6.69 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
4
/10
Fairfax Senior High School
7850 Melrose Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.10 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School
456 S Mathews St
Distance between this listing and this school8.06 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet
6649 Balboa Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school12.13 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
9
/10
Third Street Elementary School
201 S June St
Distance between this listing and this school0.65 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
731 N Detroit St
Distance between this listing and this school0.87 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-6
9
/10
Academy For Enriched Sciences
6170 Lockhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school18.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 1-5
Assigned Schools
8
/10
John Burroughs Middle School
600 S Mccadden Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
4
/10
Studio
2211 W Avenue 30
Distance between this listing and this school6.69 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
929 N Las Palmas Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.29 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Fairfax Senior High School
7850 Melrose Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.10 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School
456 S Mathews St
Distance between this listing and this school8.06 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
8
/10
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet
6649 Balboa Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school12.13 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $146,382. Most Los Angeles, CA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 163 S Formosa Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 163 S Formosa Ave property is $2,575,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 163 S Formosa Ave is a house located in Los Angeles, California, 90036.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 163 S Formosa Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 163 S Formosa Ave are: Third Street Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Melrose Avenue Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Academy For Enriched Sciences: GreatSchools Rating 9/10John Burroughs Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Studio: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Fairfax Senior High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Math, Science, & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $23,281 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 18, 2006 for $1,575,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 163 S Formosa Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 163 S Formosa Ave is 2,588 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 163 S Formosa Ave is 1936.
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This home is located at 163 S Formosa Ave in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90036 in the Central LA neighborhood. This 2,588 square foot home, which was built in 1936, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,575,000.
In April 2024 more than 701 listings in Los Angeles, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 204 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 629 were sold below. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Los Angeles, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.9%. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 34 days, the median list price was $986,427.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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