Situated in prime Highland Park, you will find this picturesque 2 bed 2 bath 1920's 2-story Craftsman Bungalow, perched up in the hills of a quiet street North of York Blvd. This property is quintessential indoor/outdoor California living. A hillside property with multiple decks, patios, levels, and outdoor areas create a private, tranquil urban retreat. You are welcomed into the main living space, with beamed vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light from multiple windows & slider doors opening onto a large wrap-around deck, offering unobstructed views of our gorgeous SoCal sunsets and the surrounding hillsides. The living room effortlessly flows out to the deck with a smartly positioned retractable awning. The second bedroom on the first level with lots of natural light, own large closet space with a separate entrance and stacked W & D. The multiple levels of the terraced hillside contain empty beds ready for planting vegetables, mature bountiful fruit trees, tranquil hot tub, and outdoor dining/relaxing space. From the living room, head on down to the lower level and there you will find your primary suite which opens to its own large private patio with sights of beautiful bougainvillea and lush hills. Venture all the way down the steps to the cul-de-sac on Ave 53 and you find a separate entrance and a converted garage that's your perfect art studio/office/bonus room. Other updates and some hidden gems are 3 storage sheds, retractable awning, HVAC, modern electrical with upgraded 220 panel, copper plumbing, lots and lots of handy cabinets and closets. Stunning new quartz kitchen countertops, new appliances, checkered tile floors and the completely remodeled full guest bath with vintage green tile perfectly match the original bungalow aesthetic.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
6,341 sq ftLot Size
$1,047Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Elliott Gilson•DRE #02216319• Rodeo Realty- Brentwood
•310-487-4948 (agent)
•elliottg@rodeore.com (agent)
Bought with Kristen Toole•DRE #02220767• Luxury Collective
This home is perched up on a hill side with great territory views. It's full of windows allowing lots of light. The bottom of a lot is in a small cul-de-sac and the top of the lot is accessed by another street with easy access to the house. The...
kitchen has been updated; there are bathrooms on both the main and lower levels.
15 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
California Dreamin'. This is what LA living is all about, a place where sunset is the favorite color. Reimagined in 2014, this entertainer's dream is a 2 bed 2 bath 1920's 2-story Craftsman Bungalow, perched up in the hills of Highland Park on a quiet street. Everywhere you look, you see views and natural beauty. Street-to-street/cul-de-sac hillside property with multiple decks, patios, and outdoor areas create a private, tranquil urban retreat. You feel like you're a million miles away from the hustle & bustle of LA yet you're right in the middle of prime Highland Park (North of York). You are welcomed into the main living space, replete with beamed vaulted ceiling, abundant natural light from multiple windows & slider doors opening onto a gorgeous large wrap-around deck, offering unobstructed views of our gorgeous SoCal sunsets and the surrounding hillsides. From the fruit of the citrus trees, enjoy fresh-squeezed orange juice in the morning . .. and simple lemon margaritas at night. Breathe in the fresh ocean breezes that flow through all afternoon. As dinner time approaches, step into your spacious kitchen as you feast upon your homegrown vegetables fresh from your garden. Ready to Relax? How about (breakfast, lunch and) dinner al fresco on that divine deck, complete with a retractable custom awning, followed by a soak in your private hot tub? Or dine on the lower dining patio - you decide. Then head on down to the lower level where your primary retreat awaits, oozing loads of peace & solitude and opening to its own large private patio with yes, views. The sweet 2nd bedroom upstairs has tons of natural light, a separate entrance and stacked W & D. Need to work or work out? Head on down the steps to the cul-de-sac on Ave 53 and you find a converted garage that's your perfect office/studio/bonus room. Three storage sheds, custom blinds, HVAC, updated electrical with upgraded 220 panel, updated copper plumbing and much more. In 2022, most of the deck was rebuilt and painted, all of the exterior and some of the interior was painted - fresh and ready for you to move in. All of this and you can walk to coffee and all the happenings on York - The York, Block Party, Cafe de Leche, Azteca Huarache, Nativo, a bloc, Joy, Donut Friend, Dotter, Bob Baker Marionette Theater, Baller Hardware, Super A and more. Plus super easy access to the 110, 2, 134 and the 5 and Metro Gold Line (57th@Fig).
TheMLS #12-585987
Aug 29, 2012
Sold
$290,000
$201/sq ft
Jul 26, 2012
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2012
Pending
—
Mar 13, 2012
Price Changed
$349,000
$242/sq ft
Mar 5, 2012
Listed
$399,000
$277/sq ft
TheMLS #09-367053
May 12, 2009
Delisted
—
May 2, 2009
Listed
*
CRMLS #C09037919
Apr 30, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2009
Listed
$549,000
$381/sq ft
CRMLS #C08149003
Feb 20, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2009
Price Changed
$569,500
$395/sq ft
Oct 17, 2008
Listed
$589,000
$408/sq ft
CRMLS #C610732
Dec 22, 2006
Sold
$575,000
$399/sq ft
May 9, 2006
Listed
$575,000
$399/sq ft
CRMLS #C610684
May 9, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 8, 2006
Listed
$685,000
$475/sq ft
CRMLS #C227100
Aug 13, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2001
Listed
$185,000
$128/sq ft
CRMLS #1907095
Jul 23, 2000
Sold
$145,000
$101/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2000
Sold
$147,000
$102/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 29, 1991
Sold
$156,000
$108/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 1989
Sold
$128,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,409 (+1.0%)
$1,273,449 + $509,379
$1,782,828
2024
$21,198 (+2.3%)
$1,273,449 + $509,379
$1,782,828
2023
$20,728 (+412.7%)
$1,248,480 + $499,392
$1,747,872
2021
$4,043 (−1.0%)
$269,210 + $67,299
$336,509
2020
$4,082 (+4.1%)
$263,932 + $65,980
$329,912
2019
$3,922 (+1.1%)
$261,226 + $65,304
$326,530
2018
$3,878 (+2.3%)
$256,104 + $64,024
$320,128
2017
$3,791 (+2.3%)
$246,160 + $61,539
$307,699
2016
$3,706 (+1.5%)
$246,160 + $61,539
$307,699
2015
$3,652 (−0.5%)
$241,334 + $60,333
$301,667
2014
$3,672 (−22.6%)
$233,053 + $58,263
$291,316
2012
$4,742 (+1.5%)
$232,000 + $58,000
$290,000
2011
$4,674 (−1.8%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2010
$4,761 (+59.2%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2009
$2,990 (−54.3%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2008
$6,538
$193,400 + $48,400
$241,800
Tax history for 5318 Raber St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,409 (+1.0%)
$1,273,449 + $509,379
$1,782,828
2024
$21,198 (+2.3%)
$1,273,449 + $509,379
$1,782,828
2023
$20,728 (+412.7%)
$1,248,480 + $499,392
$1,747,872
2021
$4,043 (−1.0%)
$269,210 + $67,299
$336,509
2020
$4,082 (+4.1%)
$263,932 + $65,980
$329,912
2019
$3,922 (+1.1%)
$261,226 + $65,304
$326,530
2018
$3,878 (+2.3%)
$256,104 + $64,024
$320,128
2017
$3,791 (+2.3%)
$246,160 + $61,539
$307,699
2016
$3,706 (+1.5%)
$246,160 + $61,539
$307,699
2015
$3,652 (−0.5%)
$241,334 + $60,333
$301,667
2014
$3,672 (−22.6%)
$233,053 + $58,263
$291,316
2012
$4,742 (+1.5%)
$232,000 + $58,000
$290,000
2011
$4,674 (−1.8%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2010
$4,761 (+59.2%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2009
$2,990 (−54.3%)
$297,500 + $74,500
$372,000
2008
$6,538
$193,400 + $48,400
$241,800
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,341 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,442
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5479007003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026.
Feb 1, 2013 • Active
Bldg-addition
Construct an addition to an existing two-story single-family home and perform remodeling work.
Addition
Remodel
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
Garage
Parking Space, Driveway
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
WalkInCloset
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Tile, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower and Tub
Kitchen Information
Gas, Range Hood, Range, Oven-Gas
Galley Kitchen, Counter Top, Remodeled
Laundry Information
Laundry in Closet, Stacked Laundry in Closet
Additional Rooms
Den
Breakfast Area, Living Room, Walk-In Closet, Patio Open, Patio Enclosed, Art Studio, Den/Office
Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Garbage Disposal, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Water Filter, Dryer, Ice Maker, Water Line to Refrigerator
220V Throughout
Heating & Cooling
A/C
Heat Pump, Natural Gas Heat
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 2
Multi Levels, Three Or More Levels
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Faces South
Exterior Construction: Wood
Exterior Features
Patio Features: Tile, Deck(s), Porch - Rear, Porch, Wrap Around Porch, Living Room Deck Attached, Balcony, Awning, Covered Porch
Pool Information
Above Ground Spa, Hot Tub
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Land Information
Other Structures: Shed, Other
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,341
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1456
Lot Size Dimensions: 70 x 90
Zoning: LAR1
Property Features
Wood Fence, Block Wall
Has View
View: City Lights, Hills, City, Trees/Woods, Tree Top, Panoramic
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5479-007-003
Location
Community Information
Athletic Court: None
Location Information
Directions: Take York Blvd then North on Avenue 56, then left on Raber St to 5318 Raber St.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,442
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,341 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5479007003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 29, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow, Negotiate
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Schools
Yorkdale Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
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