Nestled on a private knoll overlooking views of Cal State LA, this charming 1920s Spanish style home is a true hideaway. The only house on the street, on approx. 10,000 sq ft double lot, this home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath plus a den that may be used as an office and/or guestroom. The living room has arched ceilings and windows, wall sconces, newer bamboo floors and opens to a light and airy dining room. The kitchen has oak cabinets, small eat-in area and a great O'Keefe & Merritt stove. .. .. A French door leads to an enchanting back yard filled with 9 rich, blooming fruit trees, a patio covered spa tub, and a water fountain with serene sounds of running water. Bedroom windows lookout to more views of lush landscaping featuring native plants, ferns and climbing bougainvillea. It's a visual splendor offering a romantic and peaceful retreat style home in the University Hills neighborhood. Great location. Steps away from Alhambra. (Includes adjoining APN 5221-028-006 with 4,851 sf). Lots run street to street. This is a must see.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
9,885 sq ftLot Size
$743Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by MARIBEL BENITEZ•DRE #01866825• RE/MAX ELITE REALTY
Listed by KELLY TRAN•DRE #01854381• RE/MAX ELITE REALTY
Bought with Jimmy Mercado•DRE #01385375• Supreme Realty
Perched on hillside above Cal State LA. Two adjacent lots. Only home on block. Steps up to front. Possible third bdrm. Terraced side patio and yard areas with landscaping and spa. Laundry in basement accessed from exterior.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
*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
5,037 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
1,086
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5221028007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 30, 2026.
Jun 7, 2017 • Final
Plumbing
Install a sub water meter.
Electrical
Electric meter
Plumbing
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: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Basement, Living Room, Office
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Bamboo, Stone, Tile, Vinyl
Heating Information
Wall Heater
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: See Remarks
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Slope
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 5221028007
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer or Septic - None
Sewer Connected, Sewer Available
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Urban
Location Information
Latitude: 34.07049200
Longitude: -118.16991400
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,086
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,037 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5221028007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Tiffany lamp in kitchen eat-in area & 2 Tiffany lamps in bathroom, decorative angel outside by front door
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 45
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 45
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: MARIBEL
List Agent Last Name: BENITEZ
Co-List Agent First Name: KELLY
Co-List Agent Last Name: TRAN
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: RE/MAX ELITE REALTY
Co-List Office Name: RE/MAX ELITE REALTY
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jimmy
Buyer Agent Last Name: Mercado
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: ReMax Supreme
Around this home
Schools
Multnomah Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
El Sereno Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
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