In 1940, Francis M. Simons selected this parcel in the Verdugo Woodlands on which to construct her beloved character cottage. She sited the house purposefully on this parcel to maximize the yard space while creating a sense of seclusion within it. Greeted at the front door within a welcoming front porch, you are invited into the formal living room with its rich hardwood floors and character wood windows that fill the home with natural light. The oversized kitchen is a wonderful surprise with its updated tile flooring, granite counter tops, and a wall of glass overlooking the romantic covered patio and the view beyond. Both bedrooms are off the main hall with a den in the middle that could function as a third bedroom as well. The full bath has been tastefully updated and the primary bedroom has its own primary bath. The rear yard is a wonderful surprise with lawn play space, pampered gardens, mature trees and a lovely view. There is also a small storage area around the back that could make for a clever home office. Just a few of the features include central air and heating, a new roof, laundry area off the main hall, and an attached garage. Per the GUSD website, this property is within the Fremont Elementary, Rosemont Middle, and Crescenta Valley High School districts.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
4,708 sq ftLot Size
$1,144Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Craig Farestveit•DRE #00990645• Craig Estates & Fine Propertie
Contact: craig@craigestates.com
Bought with Kevin Rahmanian•DRE #02083422• Property By Us, Inc.
Traditional Home With Refinished Hardwood Floors, Freshly Painted InteriorVery Light And Bright, Large Eat In Kitchen. This Is A 3 Bedrm Home Or 2Bedrms And A Convertible Den. Decking Off Kitchen, Koi Pond, Newer CentralAir, Attached Garage, Ceiling Fans, Storage Underneath House, ExteriorLighting On Timers, Do Not Let2 Small Dogs Out Of Back Yard, Will Run Away
Public Records
May 3, 1988
Sold
$195,000
$169/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,744 (+2.1%)
$636,724 + $334,280
$971,004
2024
$10,520 (+2.3%)
$636,724 + $334,280
$971,004
2023
$10,279 (+1.8%)
$624,240 + $327,726
$951,966
2022
$10,100 (+141.4%)
$612,000 + $321,300
$933,300
2021
$4,183 (+1.5%)
$600,000 + $315,000
$915,000
2020
$4,122 (+2.5%)
$300,680 + $75,162
$375,842
2019
$4,022 (+2.4%)
$297,597 + $74,392
$371,989
2018
$3,928 (+1.6%)
$291,762 + $72,934
$364,696
2017
$3,864 (+3.4%)
$280,434 + $70,102
$350,536
2016
$3,739 (+2.1%)
$280,434 + $70,102
$350,536
2015
$3,663 (+0.8%)
$274,936 + $68,728
$343,664
2014
$3,635 (+3.7%)
$265,503 + $66,370
$331,873
2012
$3,506 (+1.9%)
$264,304 + $66,071
$330,375
2011
$3,440 (+1.8%)
$259,122 + $64,776
$323,898
2010
$3,380 (−1.2%)
$254,042 + $63,506
$317,548
2009
$3,420 (+2.3%)
$252,144 + $63,032
$315,176
2008
$3,345
$252,744 + $63,182
$315,926
Tax history for 1852 Alpha Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,744 (+2.1%)
$636,724 + $334,280
$971,004
2024
$10,520 (+2.3%)
$636,724 + $334,280
$971,004
2023
$10,279 (+1.8%)
$624,240 + $327,726
$951,966
2022
$10,100 (+141.4%)
$612,000 + $321,300
$933,300
2021
$4,183 (+1.5%)
$600,000 + $315,000
$915,000
2020
$4,122 (+2.5%)
$300,680 + $75,162
$375,842
2019
$4,022 (+2.4%)
$297,597 + $74,392
$371,989
2018
$3,928 (+1.6%)
$291,762 + $72,934
$364,696
2017
$3,864 (+3.4%)
$280,434 + $70,102
$350,536
2016
$3,739 (+2.1%)
$280,434 + $70,102
$350,536
2015
$3,663 (+0.8%)
$274,936 + $68,728
$343,664
2014
$3,635 (+3.7%)
$265,503 + $66,370
$331,873
2012
$3,506 (+1.9%)
$264,304 + $66,071
$330,375
2011
$3,440 (+1.8%)
$259,122 + $64,776
$323,898
2010
$3,380 (−1.2%)
$254,042 + $63,506
$317,548
2009
$3,420 (+2.3%)
$252,144 + $63,032
$315,176
2008
$3,345
$252,744 + $63,182
$315,926
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,708 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1943
Sq. Ft.
1,155
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5654010001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Dec 22, 2025 • Final
Roofing permit (all structures)
Remove the existing shingles and install new shingles.
Roofing
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
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet, Inside, See Remarks
Kitchen Information
In Kitchen, See Remarks
Granite Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Bathtub, Upgraded
Cooling Information
Central, See Remarks
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Suite, See Remarks
Flooring Information
See Remarks, Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition, See Remarks
Foundation Information
Basement: Unfinished Basement
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Front, Porch - Rear, See Remarks
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 5654010001
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Standard
Sewer: Public Sewer
See Remarks
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Hiking, Park
School Information
Elementary School: Fremont
Middle Or Junior School: Rosemont
High School: Crescenta Valley
High School District: Glendale Unified
Elementary School 2: FREMON
Middle Or Junior School 2: ROSEMO
High School 2: CREVAL
Location Information
Latitude: 34.18862200
Longitude: -118.22384900
Directions: From Verdugo turn east on Alpha Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: GLR1YY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,155
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,708 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1943
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5654010001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: craig@craigestates.com
Days Active in MLS: 14
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 14
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Craig
List Agent Last Name: Farestveit
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Craig Estates & Fine Propertie
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Kevin
Buyer Agent Last Name: Rahmanian
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Property By Us, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
John C. Fremont Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Rosemont Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Crescenta Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
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