This 3 bed, 2.5 bath family home is situated in the coveted "Walnut Cove" neighborhood of Northridge and located on a Cul-de-sac. Property offers 1,897 sq. f of living space plus additional 450 sq. f of permitted sunroom(buyer to investigate). There is a step-down living room, with brick fireplace and raised hearth, built-in shelves, French doors open up to cover patio with wrap around windows. Formal dining room with the mirror wall and French door. The family room displays a brick fireplace, wood beams, a ceiling fan and is adjacent to spacious kitchen, which features gas stove and vented hood, electric oven, dishwasher, and breakfast nook. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, another bedroom with built-in shelves and 3rd bedroom with separate office or den that leads to the nice back yard. There is a two-car attached garage and a drive way to easily park 3 cars. HVAC system was installed in 2018, dual pane windows, hardwood floors throughout. With a little TLC this property is a winner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
9,120 sq ftLot Size
$513Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ellen Urman•DRE #01291855• Nelson Shelton & Associates
•323-304-4005 (agent)
•ellen.urman@sbcglobal.net (agent)
Listed by Alla Zakharova•DRE #01233148• Nelson Shelton & Associates
•310-210-8994 (agent)
•zakharova@ymail.com (agent)
Bought with Suzy Seropian•DRE #01368832• Pinnacle Estate Properties
This charming mid century family home is situated in the coveted "Walnut Cove" neighborhood of Northridge, features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, 1,897 sq. ft. of living space, gleaming hardwood floors, central air and heating, crown molding and a two car attached garage. There is a spacious living room, with a handsome brick fireplace and raised hearth, built-in shelves, hardwood floors. French doors open up to a bright veranda with wrap around windows, ceiling fans, promises of many relaxing moments. Entertain guests in the elegant formal dining room, with hardwood floors, chandelier, wall to wall mirror. The family room displays a brick fireplace, wood beams, a ceiling fan, hardwood floors and is adjacent to the kitchen, which features a gas stove and vented hood, electric oven, dishwasher, and breakfast nook. A bedroom offers built-in shelves, closet, and ceiling fan. A second bedroom features a ceiling fan, a closet, and French doors to an enclosed carpeted accessory room leading to backyard. The master bedroom offers a ceiling fan, mirrored closet and en suite three-quarter bathroom with a single sink vanity and stall shower. The attached garage with ample storage and automatic garage opener. The hallway bathroom has a single vanity sink and shower over tub. Improvements include dual pane windows, copper plumbing, composition roof. The private backyard boasts a grassy area and a covered patio, your place to relax and enjoy the serenity of this home.
Public Records
Mar 16, 1971
Sold
$38,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,326 (+1.2%)
$718,625 + $201,439
$920,064
2024
$11,191 (+2.0%)
$718,625 + $201,439
$920,064
2023
$10,977 (+4.8%)
$704,535 + $197,490
$902,025
2022
$10,471 (+23.7%)
$690,721 + $193,618
$884,339
2021
$8,463 (−1.0%)
$677,178 + $189,822
$867,000
2020
$8,545 (+4.0%)
$494,999 + $188,265
$683,264
2019
$8,215 (+558.6%)
$489,924 + $186,335
$676,259
2018
$1,247 (+2.1%)
$480,318 + $182,682
$663,000
2017
$1,221 (+4.2%)
$19,617 + $64,831
$84,448
2016
$1,172 (+1.3%)
$19,617 + $64,831
$84,448
2015
$1,157 (−1.1%)
$19,233 + $63,560
$82,793
2014
$1,170 (−1.1%)
$18,574 + $61,380
$79,954
2012
$1,183 (+2.0%)
$18,491 + $61,103
$79,594
2011
$1,160 (−0.8%)
$18,129 + $59,905
$78,034
2010
$1,169 (+3.3%)
$17,774 + $58,731
$76,505
2009
$1,132 (+3.5%)
$17,642 + $58,293
$75,935
2008
$1,093
$17,684 + $58,432
$76,116
Tax history for 9401 Ruffner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,326 (+1.2%)
$718,625 + $201,439
$920,064
2024
$11,191 (+2.0%)
$718,625 + $201,439
$920,064
2023
$10,977 (+4.8%)
$704,535 + $197,490
$902,025
2022
$10,471 (+23.7%)
$690,721 + $193,618
$884,339
2021
$8,463 (−1.0%)
$677,178 + $189,822
$867,000
2020
$8,545 (+4.0%)
$494,999 + $188,265
$683,264
2019
$8,215 (+558.6%)
$489,924 + $186,335
$676,259
2018
$1,247 (+2.1%)
$480,318 + $182,682
$663,000
2017
$1,221 (+4.2%)
$19,617 + $64,831
$84,448
2016
$1,172 (+1.3%)
$19,617 + $64,831
$84,448
2015
$1,157 (−1.1%)
$19,233 + $63,560
$82,793
2014
$1,170 (−1.1%)
$18,574 + $61,380
$79,954
2012
$1,183 (+2.0%)
$18,491 + $61,103
$79,594
2011
$1,160 (−0.8%)
$18,129 + $59,905
$78,034
2010
$1,169 (+3.3%)
$17,774 + $58,731
$76,505
2009
$1,132 (+3.5%)
$17,642 + $58,293
$75,935
2008
$1,093
$17,684 + $58,432
$76,116
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,123 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,897
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
2687014022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Jul 16, 2018 • Final
Plumbing
Install a new gas valve.
Gas
Jul 12, 2018 • Active
Plumbing
Install a new gas valve.
Gas
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
2 Car Garage, Driveway
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Laundry Information
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Rooms
Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Living Room
Dining Room
Den
Den/Office, Breakfast Area, Living Room, Patio Enclosed, Dining Room
Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Hood Fan, Dishwasher, Range/Oven
Heating & Cooling
A/C, Central Cooling
Central Heat
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Patio Features: Screened Patio
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Land Information
Other Structures: None
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,120
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2094
Lot Size Dimensions: 76 x 120
Zoning: LARS
Property Features
Has View
View: Green Belt
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 2687-014-022
Location
Community Information
Athletic Court: None
Location Information
Directions: EAST OF BALBOA BLVD, NORTH OF NORDHOFF ST
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,897
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,123 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 2687014022
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Around this home
Schools
Dearborn Elementary Charter School
Charter K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
James Monroe High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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