Beautiful 1947 Traditional located in the Verdugo Woodlands. Set in a quiet canyon close to hiking trails, Montrose shopping & restrnts, min from Dwntwn Glendale, & popular Glorietta Park. Admire the 12' high exposed woodbeamed ceilings; open LR & dining area centered around floor-to-ceiling cabin-like fireplace. Master BR w/ high pitched ceilings, walk-in closet & 2 bright windows. 2nd BR looks onto bckyrd, sunlight streams in. Bright & cheery updated BA, attractive black quartz vanity & ample storage space. One neat design feature is the separate service porch entrance for quick access into kitchen; sun splashed kitchen freshly painted w/ charming white tile cntertop & small seating area. Low maintenance/drought tolerant lndscping, fruit trees: lemon, orange, apricot & mandarin spread across a meandering path. Amenities include: HVAC, wd flring, updtd plumbing & sewer, dual-paned windows, 1-car garage, easy access to public transportation to DTLA. A perfect getaway to call home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
4,382 sq ftLot Size
$1,060Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Margaret Cashion•DRE #01376586• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert
•310-795-2200 (agent)
•margaret@HillsofLA.com (agent)
Bought with Khajak Nazarian•DRE #00962521• Re/Max Optima
Bought with Emilayanou Shakenians•DRE #01796991• Re/Max Optima
Desirable Verdugo Woodlands location in northern Glendale east of Verdugo Road. Lovely, cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with 1,040 square feet built in 1947. Relaxing setting with a backyard patio overlook of an English garden with fruit trees and sitting area. Exposed wood gabled ceiling at livingroom, newly refinished hardwood floors thru-out, large impressive double red brick fireplace with option wood burning or gas log. Natural wood cathedral ceiling at master bedroom. Updated bath. Single car garage with laundry hook-ups, all appliances included, cable ready. Central heat/air ac compressor 3 yrs new. Enclosed eaves. Sprinkler system at front and rear of property. In the vicinity: Oakmont Country Club, Montecito Park, Glorietta Park and Glendale Community College. Approx one mile from Old
Public Records
Sep 2, 2003
Sold
$376,500
$362/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2003
Sold
$371,500
$357/sq ft
CRMLS #12021246
Sep 2, 2003
Sold
$376,473
$362/sq ft
Jun 17, 2003
Listed
$379,000
$364/sq ft
Show for back-up only. This beautiful home creates the feeling of a private hideaway far from the hustle and bustle, yet is only minutes from the freeways and services. Tucked up and away from the center of the city on an oasis-like setting amid rolling hills, there is a feeling of peace and serenity. This home has been updated with air conditioning, windows, exterior siding and retaining wall in the yard. Please note that seller is related to listing agent.
Public Records
Aug 21, 1973
Sold
$33,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,145 (+2.1%)
$659,493 + $164,871
$824,364
2024
$8,955 (+2.3%)
$659,493 + $164,871
$824,364
2023
$8,750 (+1.8%)
$646,562 + $161,639
$808,201
2022
$8,597 (+1.7%)
$633,885 + $158,470
$792,355
2021
$8,453 (+1.5%)
$621,456 + $155,363
$776,819
2020
$8,332 (+345.9%)
$609,271 + $152,317
$761,588
2019
$1,869 (−69.2%)
$603,024 + $150,756
$753,780
2018
$6,073 (+1.6%)
$453,600 + $113,396
$566,996
2017
$5,977 (+3.2%)
$435,987 + $108,994
$544,981
2016
$5,794 (+2.1%)
$435,987 + $108,994
$544,981
2015
$5,674 (+0.9%)
$427,439 + $106,857
$534,296
2014
$5,625 (+3.7%)
$412,772 + $103,191
$515,963
2012
$5,425 (+1.9%)
$410,907 + $102,725
$513,632
2011
$5,324 (+18.2%)
$402,850 + $100,711
$503,561
2010
$4,504 (−1.2%)
$394,951 + $98,737
$493,688
2009
$4,560 (+2.2%)
$331,758 + $82,938
$414,696
2008
$4,460
$332,547 + $83,136
$415,683
Tax history for 1870 Alpha Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,145 (+2.1%)
$659,493 + $164,871
$824,364
2024
$8,955 (+2.3%)
$659,493 + $164,871
$824,364
2023
$8,750 (+1.8%)
$646,562 + $161,639
$808,201
2022
$8,597 (+1.7%)
$633,885 + $158,470
$792,355
2021
$8,453 (+1.5%)
$621,456 + $155,363
$776,819
2020
$8,332 (+345.9%)
$609,271 + $152,317
$761,588
2019
$1,869 (−69.2%)
$603,024 + $150,756
$753,780
2018
$6,073 (+1.6%)
$453,600 + $113,396
$566,996
2017
$5,977 (+3.2%)
$435,987 + $108,994
$544,981
2016
$5,794 (+2.1%)
$435,987 + $108,994
$544,981
2015
$5,674 (+0.9%)
$427,439 + $106,857
$534,296
2014
$5,625 (+3.7%)
$412,772 + $103,191
$515,963
2012
$5,425 (+1.9%)
$410,907 + $102,725
$513,632
2011
$5,324 (+18.2%)
$402,850 + $100,711
$503,561
2010
$4,504 (−1.2%)
$394,951 + $98,737
$493,688
2009
$4,560 (+2.2%)
$331,758 + $82,938
$414,696
2008
$4,460
$332,547 + $83,136
$415,683
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,385 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5654010005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Apr 29, 2020 • Final
Electrical (single family residential)
Upgrade the electrical service to a 200 amp system.
Electrical
Apr 24, 2020 • Final
Solar photovoltaic (pv)
Work on a solar installation.
Electrical
Solar
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: Heading North on Verdugo Rd turn right at the corner market to Alpha Road
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,385 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5654010005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Co Selling Agent Information
First Name: Emilayanou
Last Name: Shakenians
License #: 01796991
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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