This mid-century remodeled modern home is super clean with meticulous attention to detail for today’s discerning buyer. Natural light, breathtaking views, and a fabulous outdoor entertaining area to lounge and enjoy the private backyard are just a few of the features to appreciate. Sprawling across nearly 3,000 SF, the Sierra Madre open floor plan is outfitted with Tasmanian Butella hardwood floors, imported tiles, and luxurious finishes throughout. An open concept living and dining combination shares a two-sided fireplace, inviting ambiance and conversation. Additionally, the living space opens onto a spacious patio to maximize indoor-outdoor living. The chef’s kitchen boasts Viking appliances, double ovens, and a sub-zero fridge. The culinary creations can be enjoyed on the large island or in the adjoining dining room. Caesarstone countertops and Maple cabinetry offer the finest in finishes. Three secondary bedrooms are spacious and have generous closet space. The owner’s suite has an en suite bath with a separate walk-in shower and soaking tub, dual basins designed by Phillipe Stark, and direct access to the covered patio. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Encino- Lanai School District, this home offers convenience and refuge simultaneously. Residents of this Encino home will bask in the privacy of the home’s backyard equipped with an outdoor kitchen, a large pool, and views of the valley below. Motivated seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$987Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michael Miller•DRE #01989830• Keller Williams Realty-Studio City
Contact: realestatebymichael@protonmail.com
Bought with Rajesh Lund•DRE #01292927• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Prime Encino south of the boulevard location! Completely remodeled modern ranch style home set gracefully into a cul-de-sac with winery and valley views. This elegant home offers a Sierra Madre Open Floor Plan with carefully thought out design and colors throughout. The spacious living room, dining area, kitchen and Master Suite all lead to an outdoor patio with accent lighting overlooking a pool with specialty led lit colored lighting, lovely lounge area with paddle fans and outside cook facility. Ideal for al-fresco dining. Complete with Tasmanian Butella hardwood floors Contemporary Linen Tile, Imported tile, Mosaic Glass Tile, and designer fixtures this home has touches throughout. It offers top of the line stainless steel Viking, Thermador, Bosch kitchen appliances, Ceasarstone countertops; center custom cut island and Maplewood Cabinetry. Bathrooms are comprised of Durvit commodes and hand-basins designed by Philippe Stark. This property is smart and upmarket, complete with designer attention to every detail from the smallest curve to the largest feature. It has new copper plumbing, updated electric, new water tanks, new ABS drainage lines, re-surfaced pool and more. Conveniently located to the West Side, this property is definitely a modern gem!
CRMLS #SR13069347
May 30, 2013
Sold
$1,000,000
$334/sq ft
May 8, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 30, 2013
Relisted
—
Apr 26, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 18, 2013
Listed
$1,100,000
$367/sq ft
Royal Hills, fantastic cul-de-sac location with valley and tree top views. Fantastic bones, completely original condition, great floor plan featuring large open spaces with wonderful flow, a spacious ensuite master bedroom featuring 2 walk-in closets, living area has two sided fire place. Back yard has an over 500 square foot covered outdoor room which could be converted to indoor living space overlooking the pool with views to the north and east. This property is waiting for someone with vision and energy to transform it into a spectacular twenty-first century home.
CRMLS #SR13069366
Apr 23, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Apr 18, 2013
Listed
$1,100,000
$367/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,457 (+1.3%)
$2,343,605 + $746,382
$3,089,987
2024
$36,991 (+2.0%)
$2,343,605 + $746,382
$3,089,987
2023
$36,269 (+69.1%)
$2,297,652 + $731,748
$3,029,400
2022
$21,446 (+1.2%)
$2,252,600 + $717,400
$2,970,000
2021
$21,183 (−1.0%)
$991,352 + $799,135
$1,790,487
2020
$21,398 (+4.1%)
$971,914 + $783,466
$1,755,380
2019
$20,551 (+0.8%)
$961,949 + $775,433
$1,737,382
2018
$20,388 (+2.2%)
$943,088 + $760,229
$1,703,317
2017
$19,944 (+2.4%)
$906,468 + $730,709
$1,637,177
2016
$19,481 (+1.5%)
$906,468 + $730,709
$1,637,177
2015
$19,196 (+51.2%)
$888,695 + $716,382
$1,605,077
2014
$12,692 (+333.8%)
$803,632 + $200,908
$1,004,540
2012
$2,926 (+2.5%)
$67,075 + $140,747
$207,822
2011
$2,853 (−0.9%)
$65,760 + $137,988
$203,748
2010
$2,880 (+3.5%)
$64,471 + $135,283
$199,754
2009
$2,783 (+3.9%)
$63,990 + $134,272
$198,262
2008
$2,678
$64,143 + $134,591
$198,734
Tax history for 16445 Refugio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,457 (+1.3%)
$2,343,605 + $746,382
$3,089,987
2024
$36,991 (+2.0%)
$2,343,605 + $746,382
$3,089,987
2023
$36,269 (+69.1%)
$2,297,652 + $731,748
$3,029,400
2022
$21,446 (+1.2%)
$2,252,600 + $717,400
$2,970,000
2021
$21,183 (−1.0%)
$991,352 + $799,135
$1,790,487
2020
$21,398 (+4.1%)
$971,914 + $783,466
$1,755,380
2019
$20,551 (+0.8%)
$961,949 + $775,433
$1,737,382
2018
$20,388 (+2.2%)
$943,088 + $760,229
$1,703,317
2017
$19,944 (+2.4%)
$906,468 + $730,709
$1,637,177
2016
$19,481 (+1.5%)
$906,468 + $730,709
$1,637,177
2015
$19,196 (+51.2%)
$888,695 + $716,382
$1,605,077
2014
$12,692 (+333.8%)
$803,632 + $200,908
$1,004,540
2012
$2,926 (+2.5%)
$67,075 + $140,747
$207,822
2011
$2,853 (−0.9%)
$65,760 + $137,988
$203,748
2010
$2,880 (+3.5%)
$64,471 + $135,283
$199,754
2009
$2,783 (+3.9%)
$63,990 + $134,272
$198,262
2008
$2,678
$64,143 + $134,591
$198,734
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,243
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,998
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
2293004016
Parking Spaces
5
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Pool
Last updated by owner on Feb 18, 2025.
Dec 4, 2024 • Final
Swimming-pool/spa
Pool and hot tub
May 13, 2024 • Active
Grading
Grading
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 3
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage, Garage - Single Door
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Jack & Jill, Living Room, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Dining Room, Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Double Door Entry, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Built-Ins, Copper Plumbing Full, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Has Patio
Pool Features: Private, Gunite, In Ground
Has Pool
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2293004016
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Los Angeles Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.14099100
Longitude: -118.49195200
Directions: Please look up directions on how to get there.
List Office Name: Keller Williams Realty-Studio City
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Rajesh
Buyer Agent Last Name: Lund
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Around this home
Schools
Lanai Road Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Gaspar De Portola Middle School
Charter 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
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