Renovated & expanded home in prime Beverly Grove. Completely transformed & no detail overlooked by LA interior designer whose work is featured in numerous publications. Foyer w/ herringbone slate floors & coat closet. Open kitchen accentuated by vaulted ceiling, new Viking appliances, farm sink, reclaimed wood island & walk-in pantry. Luxurious living room w/ original tray ceiling, fireplace & new large paned metal windows. Powder room. Separate laundry room. Private & spacious master suite includes luxe bath w/ dual vanities, soaking tub, sleek shower, large WIC, & vaulted ceiling in the bedroom. Two additional en suite bedrooms w/ custom bath finishes & hand glazed tiles. Family room w/ custom entertainment center & ceiling to floor fold-away doors to the lush rear yard & gas fire pit. Finished 2 car garage w/carriage doors ideal for gym, office, studio, or easily converted to ADU. Walk Score of 94. It is steps to coffee shops & cafes along Third St & only three blocks to the Grove.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,586 sq ftLot Size
$1,026Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Benjamin Shapiro•DRE #01318506• Nourmand & Associates-HW
Bought with Allen Roth•DRE #01272304• Sotheby's International Realty
Location, location, LOCATION! Take advantage of this amazing opportunity just a stone's throw from the shops, restaurants, and nightlife on 3rd St. Walk to the iconic Farmers Market and Grove. Partly finished remodel of 3bed / 2 bath inside the property, but bring your imagination to finish the floor plan. Central air, windows, and hardwood flooring throughout the home. Large lot over 6,500 square feet and expansive deck at the back of the house. Look at the size of the backyard and opportunity abound with perhaps a pool or garden? Hurry - won't last long!
Public Records
Apr 27, 2016
Sold
$630,000
$280/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2005
Sold
$618,500
$275/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 19, 1990
Sold
$207,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,839 (+5.2%)
$564,914 + $195,790
$760,704
2024
$8,406 (+2.8%)
$553,838 + $191,951
$745,789
2023
$8,175 (+0.9%)
$542,978 + $188,188
$731,166
2022
$8,101 (+1.9%)
$532,331 + $184,499
$716,830
2021
$7,949 (+0.7%)
$521,893 + $180,882
$702,775
2020
$7,897 (+2.8%)
$511,660 + $177,336
$688,996
2019
$7,683 (+1.5%)
$506,414 + $175,518
$681,932
2018
$7,568 (+1.9%)
$496,484 + $172,077
$668,561
2017
$7,425 (+7.0%)
$477,204 + $165,396
$642,600
2016
$6,936 (+10.9%)
$477,204 + $165,396
$642,600
2015
$6,256 (+5.9%)
$410,976 + $195,024
$606,000
2014
$5,907 (+14.8%)
$322,976 + $195,024
$518,000
2013
$5,147 (+0.2%)
$322,976 + $195,024
$518,000
2012
$5,137 (−3.2%)
$254,256 + $195,024
$449,280
2011
$5,308 (−14.6%)
$254,256 + $195,024
$449,280
2010
$6,215 (+7.3%)
$272,976 + $195,024
$468,000
2009
$5,791 (−10.4%)
$357,976 + $195,024
$553,000
2008
$6,463
$321,976 + $195,024
$517,000
Tax history for 143 S Laurel Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,839 (+5.2%)
$564,914 + $195,790
$760,704
2024
$8,406 (+2.8%)
$553,838 + $191,951
$745,789
2023
$8,175 (+0.9%)
$542,978 + $188,188
$731,166
2022
$8,101 (+1.9%)
$532,331 + $184,499
$716,830
2021
$7,949 (+0.7%)
$521,893 + $180,882
$702,775
2020
$7,897 (+2.8%)
$511,660 + $177,336
$688,996
2019
$7,683 (+1.5%)
$506,414 + $175,518
$681,932
2018
$7,568 (+1.9%)
$496,484 + $172,077
$668,561
2017
$7,425 (+7.0%)
$477,204 + $165,396
$642,600
2016
$6,936 (+10.9%)
$477,204 + $165,396
$642,600
2015
$6,256 (+5.9%)
$410,976 + $195,024
$606,000
2014
$5,907 (+14.8%)
$322,976 + $195,024
$518,000
2013
$5,147 (+0.2%)
$322,976 + $195,024
$518,000
2012
$5,137 (−3.2%)
$254,256 + $195,024
$449,280
2011
$5,308 (−14.6%)
$254,256 + $195,024
$449,280
2010
$6,215 (+7.3%)
$272,976 + $195,024
$468,000
2009
$5,791 (−10.4%)
$357,976 + $195,024
$553,000
2008
$6,463
$321,976 + $195,024
$517,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,900 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,733
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
31927328
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 Single Family Residential Zone is established to provide an environment conducive to the development of single family homes with no mixed or incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Office
Park & open space
Feb 26, 2024 • Final
Bldg-alter/repair
Install sill plate anchor bolts and plywood to cripple walls for earthquake hazard reduction. This work follows standard plans for residential buildings and does not include foundation replacement.
Remodel
Apr 27, 2022 • Final
Swimming-pool/spa
Construct a new swimming pool and spa. Install an automatic pool cover.
Pool and hot tub
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Directions: West of Fairfax, East Crescent Heights, North of 3rd St., South of Beverly Blvd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,733
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,900 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Orange County
APN: 31927328
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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