A remarkable opportunity awaits at the base of the rolling foothills of Tujunga. This charming home is a blank canvas ready for a tasteful remodel, perfectly suited for a first-time buyer looking to create their dream space or an investor seeking a promising project. The main living areas of this cozy two-bedroom, one-bathroom home are unified by rich-toned, wide-plank flooring and recessed lighting. The living room is bathed in abundant natural light from large windows that offer a peek-a-boo view of the Santa Susana Mountains to the west. The adjacent kitchen off the dining area features durable tile flooring and white tile countertops and is equipped with a stainless-steel range and dishwasher. The primary bedroom offers a brick fireplace and a large sliding glass door that opens to the backyard. The full bathroom includes a dual vanity and a shower-tub combo with a glass slider door. The home is equipped with copper plumbing and central AC, with an additional split-AC unit in the second bedroom for added comfort. In the backyard, a detached garage has been converted into two versatile bonus rooms and a three-quarter bathroom. These rooms present a fantastic opportunity for a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or a dedicated creative space. The private yard also includes a covered patio with tile flooring, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. This fantastic home provides a rare chance to get into a desirable neighborhood, inviting you to bring your vision to life and update it on your own time.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
5,880 sq ftLot Size
$706Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by James Martin•DRE #01722539• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Nina Martin•DRE #01091433• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Lora Khatcherian•DRE #02114983• Coldwell Banker Hallmark Realty
Excellent Tujunga Opportunity!! Desirable neighborhood!!This home offers specious living area including a huge Guest house with full bathroom , brand new pergo flooring, fresh interior paint, new front lawn landscaping, bright and light kitchen with tile floors, central A/C, Family room can be converted to 2nd bedroom.
CRMLS #FR2068291
Sep 11, 2008
Price Changed
$580,000
$495/sq ft
Aug 11, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 2007
Listed
$595,000
$508/sq ft
CRMLS #12085488
May 10, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 2007
Listed
$625,000
$534/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 8, 2006
Sold
$550,000
$470/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 21, 2003
Sold
$323,500
$276/sq ft
CRMLS #12026092
Nov 21, 2003
Sold
$329,500
$281/sq ft
Sep 18, 2003
Listed
$334,000
$285/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,599 (+1.3%)
$600,000 + $160,000
$760,000
2024
$4,538 (+1.9%)
$283,645 + $81,476
$365,121
2023
$4,453 (+4.8%)
$278,084 + $79,879
$357,963
2022
$4,248 (+1.3%)
$272,632 + $78,313
$350,945
2021
$4,193 (−0.9%)
$267,287 + $76,778
$344,065
2020
$4,233 (+4.0%)
$262,047 + $75,273
$337,320
2019
$4,070 (+2.1%)
$259,361 + $74,502
$333,863
2018
$3,988 (+2.3%)
$254,276 + $73,042
$327,318
2017
$3,900 (+2.5%)
$244,403 + $70,206
$314,609
2016
$3,804 (+1.4%)
$244,403 + $70,206
$314,609
2015
$3,750 (−0.5%)
$239,611 + $68,830
$308,441
2014
$3,769 (−1.3%)
$231,389 + $66,469
$297,858
2012
$3,820 (+3.3%)
$230,344 + $66,169
$296,513
2011
$3,698 (−2.0%)
$225,828 + $64,872
$290,700
2010
$3,775 (+4.0%)
$221,400 + $63,600
$285,000
2009
$3,631 (−25.3%)
$208,400 + $77,300
$285,700
2008
$4,860
$208,400 + $77,300
$285,700
Tax history for 10642 Samoa Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,599 (+1.3%)
$600,000 + $160,000
$760,000
2024
$4,538 (+1.9%)
$283,645 + $81,476
$365,121
2023
$4,453 (+4.8%)
$278,084 + $79,879
$357,963
2022
$4,248 (+1.3%)
$272,632 + $78,313
$350,945
2021
$4,193 (−0.9%)
$267,287 + $76,778
$344,065
2020
$4,233 (+4.0%)
$262,047 + $75,273
$337,320
2019
$4,070 (+2.1%)
$259,361 + $74,502
$333,863
2018
$3,988 (+2.3%)
$254,276 + $73,042
$327,318
2017
$3,900 (+2.5%)
$244,403 + $70,206
$314,609
2016
$3,804 (+1.4%)
$244,403 + $70,206
$314,609
2015
$3,750 (−0.5%)
$239,611 + $68,830
$308,441
2014
$3,769 (−1.3%)
$231,389 + $66,469
$297,858
2012
$3,820 (+3.3%)
$230,344 + $66,169
$296,513
2011
$3,698 (−2.0%)
$225,828 + $64,872
$290,700
2010
$3,775 (+4.0%)
$221,400 + $63,600
$285,000
2009
$3,631 (−25.3%)
$208,400 + $77,300
$285,700
2008
$4,860
$208,400 + $77,300
$285,700
*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
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,882 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
1,171
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
2566003031
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
Feb 26, 2026 • Active
Bldg-new
ADU
New construction
Feb 20, 2026 • Active
Bldg-demolition
Demolish the existing garage and storage structure.
Demolition
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
Uncovered Spaces: 3
Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar
Kitchen Island, Tile Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Double sinks in bath(s), Shower in Tub
Cooling Information
Central, Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Bonus Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Converted Bedroom
Directions: From the 210 east, exit Sunland, continue to Summitrose, make left on Samoa. From the 210 west exit Lowell; Head north on Commerce from Foothill Blvd, make right on Summitrose, then left on Samoa. House is on the right near the end of the block.
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,171
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,882 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 2566003031
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
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