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Off market jun 2023 for $2.1M

$2,012,934

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $14,610/mo

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2,264

sq ft

5081 Montezuma St, Los Angeles, CA 90042

About this home

Set high in the hills of prime Highland Park, this beautiful Craftsman home offers stunning original details throughout. The main house boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, an office/den, and a large open living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area. An elevated parlor is surrounded by windows that allows natural light to pour in and showcases mesmerizing views of the mountains and cityscape. The lower level holds a renovated 1bd/1ba guest apartment with oak hardwood floors, a full kitchen and office nook. This space makes for a perfect guest house, rental unit or home office. The large terraced backyard provides lush landscaping, where you can enjoy the sprawling lawns, gardening, entertaining or relaxing while taking in the expansive views. Additionally, there is a full-height basement which provides ample storage space or the perfect workshop area. Just moments to Highland Park's best restaurants, bars, and shops, this property is the perfect blend of urban convenience and tranquil living.

Single-familyProperty Type

1912Year Built

7,044 sq ftLot Size

$889Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Lauren Reichenberg •DRE #01415570 • Compass

•310-502-0580 (agent)

•LARRealEstate@gmail.com (agent)

Bought with Brett Lawyer •DRE #00897489 • Carolwood Estates

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:TheMLS #23-263277

Redfin Estimate

$2,012,934

$127K since sold in June 2023$29K since September

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This home's estimate is 43% higher than the average sale price ($1.41M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$2,275,000
A
4 beds4 baths2,328 sq ft
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SOLD APR 9, 2026
$1,825,000
B
4 beds4 baths2,365 sq ft
5073 Montezuma St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$2,100,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths2,414 sq ft
525 Nolden St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$565,000
D
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SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$851,900
E
3 beds2 baths1,136 sq ft
918 Terrace 49, Los Angeles, CA 90042
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$830,888
F
3 beds2 baths1,293 sq ft
5314 Buchanan, Los Angeles, CA 90042

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Market trends in Highland Park, CA

Last updated September 2026

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Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.2%

1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

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Sale history for 5081 Montezuma St

Date

Event

Price

TheMLS #23-263277

Jun 8, 2023

Sold

$2,140,000

$945/sq ft

May 18, 2023

Contingent

—

May 3, 2023

Listed

$1,649,000

$728/sq ft

TheMLS #16-185788

Feb 27, 2017

Sold

$925,000

$409/sq ft

Jan 17, 2017

Pending

—

Dec 22, 2016

Relisted

—

Dec 17, 2016

Pending

—

Dec 9, 2016

Listed

$930,000

$411/sq ft

+22

C. 1912 Craftsman Duplex with incredible vintage detailing. .. Upstairs, 3 generous bedrooms plus den. Large, open living room. Elevated parlor with walls of windows framing the Verdugo Mountains. Dreamy detailing from indigo fireplace, to wall sconces, wood floors to doorknobs, combining authentic materials and a cheeky design sense. * * Below, a 1 bed/1 bath attached rental, generating $1700/month income and a huge basement for storage or workshop. Walk to one of Highland Park's best elementary schools, the dual-language, Aldama Elementary. Perfect for owner-user, OR investor. Occupied lower 1 bed/1 bath unit shown by accepted offer only. Please respect owner tenants, and do not disturb.

SDMLS #301768916

Feb 27, 2017

Sold

$925,000

$409/sq ft

Dec 9, 2016

Listed

$930,000

$411/sq ft

C.1912 Craftsman Duplex with incredible vintage detailing...Upstairs, 3 generous bedrooms plus den. Large, open living room. Elevated parlor with walls of windows framing the Verdugo Mountains. Dreamy detailing from indigo fireplace, to wall sconces, wood floors to doorknobs, combining authentic materials and a cheeky design sense.** Below, a 1 bed/1 bath attached rental, generating $1700/month income and a huge basement for storage or workshop. Walk to one of Highland Park's best elementary schools, the

C.1912 Craftsman Duplex with incredible vintage detailing...Upstairs, 3 generous bedrooms plus den. Large, open living room. Elevated parlor with walls of windows framing the Verdugo Mountains. Dreamy detailing from indigo fireplace, to wall sconces, wood floors to doorknobs, combining authentic materials and a cheeky design sense.** Below, a 1 bed/1 bath attached rental, generating $1700/month income and a huge basement for storage or workshop. Walk to one of Highland Park's best elementary schools, the dual-language, Aldama Elementary. Perfect for owner-user, OR investor. Occupied lower 1 bed/1 bath unit shown by accepted offer only. Please respect owner tenants, and do not disturb.

Public Records

Jun 13, 2007

Sold

$600,227

$265/sq ft

AVMLS #228094

Apr 17, 2007

Listed

$590,000

$261/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 21, 1999

Sold

$187,500

$83/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$26,770 (+1.1%)

$1,591,812 + $679,173

$2,270,985

2024

$26,490 (+108.9%)

$1,560,600 + $665,856

$2,226,456

2023

$12,679 (+6.2%)

$1,530,000 + $652,800

$2,182,800

2021

$11,936 (−1.0%)

$710,869 + $300,752

$1,011,621

2020

$12,058 (+4.1%)

$696,931 + $294,855

$991,786

2019

$11,578 (+0.6%)

$689,785 + $291,832

$981,617

2018

$11,507 (+36.9%)

$676,260 + $286,110

$962,370

2017

$8,405 (+2.5%)

$554,690 + $138,524

$693,214

2016

$8,203 (+6.1%)

$554,690 + $138,524

$693,214

2015

$7,732 (+18.0%)

$543,814 + $135,808

$679,622

2014

$6,552 (+23.5%)

$422,500 + $105,500

$528,000

2012

$5,306 (+1.3%)

$352,100 + $87,900

$440,000

2011

$5,238 (+8.5%)

$299,200 + $110,800

$410,000

2010

$4,827 (−37.7%)

$299,200 + $110,800

$410,000

2009

$7,751 (+4.5%)

$270,000 + $100,000

$370,000

2008

$7,416

$499,912 + $124,848

$624,760

Tax history for 5081 Montezuma St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$26,770 (+1.1%)

$1,591,812 + $679,173

$2,270,985

2024

$26,490 (+108.9%)

$1,560,600 + $665,856

$2,226,456

2023

$12,679 (+6.2%)

$1,530,000 + $652,800

$2,182,800

2021

$11,936 (−1.0%)

$710,869 + $300,752

$1,011,621

2020

$12,058 (+4.1%)

$696,931 + $294,855

$991,786

2019

$11,578 (+0.6%)

$689,785 + $291,832

$981,617

2018

$11,507 (+36.9%)

$676,260 + $286,110

$962,370

2017

$8,405 (+2.5%)

$554,690 + $138,524

$693,214

2016

$8,203 (+6.1%)

$554,690 + $138,524

$693,214

2015

$7,732 (+18.0%)

$543,814 + $135,808

$679,622

2014

$6,552 (+23.5%)

$422,500 + $105,500

$528,000

2012

$5,306 (+1.3%)

$352,100 + $87,900

$440,000

2011

$5,238 (+8.5%)

$299,200 + $110,800

$410,000

2010

$4,827 (−37.7%)

$299,200 + $110,800

$410,000

2009

$7,751 (+4.5%)

$270,000 + $100,000

$370,000

2008

$7,416

$499,912 + $124,848

$624,760

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,046 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1920

Sq. Ft.

2,080

Year built

1912

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Los Angeles County

APN

5469008004

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.

Apr 4, 2023 • Final

Bldg-alter/repair

Replace the roof covering on a residential building with a cool roof product certified by the Cool Roof Rating Council. The new roofing material will be installed over existing solid sheathing.

Roofing

Jun 2, 2021 • Final

Bldg-alter/repair

Install sill plate anchor bolts, add plywood to cripple walls, and replace the foundation for earthquake hazard reduction. This work applies to residential buildings up to three stories and four units.

Remodel

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Property details

Parking

Garage
Driveway

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Laundry Information
Laundry Inside

Additional Rooms
Den
Den/Office, Dining Area, Living Room, Basement
Maids Room

Fireplace Information
In Living Room, Decorative
# of Fireplaces: 1

Flooring Information
Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors

Equipment
Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven

Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Central Heat

Exterior

Building Information
Total Floors: 2
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Security Features: Automatic Gate
Guest House: Attached

Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family

Land Information
Other Structures: None

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,044
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1617
Zoning: LAR1

Property Features
Has View
View: Hills, Tree Top, Mountains

Financial

Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5469-008-004

Location

Location Information
Directions: El Paso Dr. to Aldama St. to Montezuma St.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,080
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,046 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5469008004

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None

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Schools

Aldama Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Benjamin Franklin Senior High School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

4/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

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$1.91M – $2.32M

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Home values near 5081 Montezuma St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5117 Montezuma Street, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1233 Sq. Ft.	$767,715
5063 Montezuma Street, Los Angeles, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1709 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
5101 Montezuma Street, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$1,417,249
5073 Montezuma Street, Los Angeles, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2365 Sq. Ft.	$1,925,596

Address	Redfin Estimate
5069 Montezuma Street, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$1,129,122
5047 Aldama Street, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1108 Sq. Ft.	$1,016,143

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