Don’t wait too long to come look at a wonderful bungalow on the prettiest tree-lined street in Lake Balboa. This lovely home has a brick front porch, original hardwood floors, crown molding and smooth ceilings throughout. Wonderful original touches such as original doors and built-in closets. Three good sized bedrooms and one bath with room in the back yard to expand. Fully enclosed 20 ’x 12’ (approx. ) back porch with own air-conditioning unit is not included in the house square footage, but adds a great additional area for good times. Nice sized grassy yard with dog run on the side of the house and gated area in the back of the garage. Newer house A/C unit and roof with newer double pane windows in the front and side of the house. Great storage – good closets, large pantry and linen closet. Laundry area off the kitchen. Wonderfully located and close (but not too close) to Balboa Park, the Orange Metro Line and the 101 and 405 freeways. Come by with a little creative vision and make this your home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,000 sq ftLot Size
$815Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Stewart•DRE #01241218• JML Properties
Bought with Neil McLean•DRE #01788941• John Aaroe Group
This beautifully remodeled Lake Balboa home is located on one of the most desired tree-lined streets in the area. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a fully updated kitchen filled with plenty of natural light. Throughout the house you'll find new flooring, recessed lighting and fresh paint. The spacious master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and ample closet space. Additional 200 sqft of bonus space off the rear of the kitchen can be used as a sunroom or home office. From there, walk out into the private backyard that is perfect for entertaining. Located just a short distance from Lake Balboa Park where you can enjoy jogging paths, bike trails, a round of golf and of course the lake! Conveniently located for freeway access to both the 101 and 405.
CRMLS #SR17205413
Sep 29, 2017
Sold
$510,000
$455/sq ft
Sep 15, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 5, 2017
Listed
$529,000
$471/sq ft
CRMLS #F1826770
Dec 16, 2009
Sold
$345,000
$307/sq ft
Dec 2, 2009
Pending
—
Dec 2, 2009
Delisted
—
Dec 2, 2009
Relisted
—
Nov 30, 2009
Delisted
—
Nov 23, 2009
Listed
$299,900
$267/sq ft
CRMLS #FR2004402
Nov 7, 2005
Sold
$540,000
$481/sq ft
Oct 29, 2005
Listed
$539,000
$480/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 2001
Sold
$240,000
$214/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,048 (+2.1%)
$477,885 + $261,699
$739,584
2024
$8,863 (+2.0%)
$477,885 + $261,699
$739,584
2023
$8,691 (+4.9%)
$468,515 + $256,568
$725,083
2022
$8,282 (+1.2%)
$459,329 + $251,538
$710,867
2021
$8,180 (−1.0%)
$450,323 + $246,606
$696,929
2020
$8,264 (+4.2%)
$441,494 + $241,771
$683,265
2019
$7,933 (+0.1%)
$436,968 + $239,292
$676,260
2018
$7,923 (+67.8%)
$428,400 + $234,600
$663,000
2017
$4,723 (+2.4%)
$198,527 + $185,182
$383,709
2016
$4,611 (+1.5%)
$198,527 + $185,182
$383,709
2015
$4,544 (−0.5%)
$194,635 + $181,551
$376,186
2014
$4,566 (+10.0%)
$187,957 + $175,322
$363,279
2012
$4,153 (−7.3%)
$164,000 + $153,000
$317,000
2011
$4,478 (−1.1%)
$164,000 + $153,000
$317,000
2010
$4,528 (+19.7%)
$179,844 + $167,753
$347,597
2009
$3,782 (−35.8%)
$178,500 + $166,500
$345,000
2008
$5,895
$244,100 + $61,000
$305,100
Tax history for 6600 Ruffner Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,048 (+2.1%)
$477,885 + $261,699
$739,584
2024
$8,863 (+2.0%)
$477,885 + $261,699
$739,584
2023
$8,691 (+4.9%)
$468,515 + $256,568
$725,083
2022
$8,282 (+1.2%)
$459,329 + $251,538
$710,867
2021
$8,180 (−1.0%)
$450,323 + $246,606
$696,929
2020
$8,264 (+4.2%)
$441,494 + $241,771
$683,265
2019
$7,933 (+0.1%)
$436,968 + $239,292
$676,260
2018
$7,923 (+67.8%)
$428,400 + $234,600
$663,000
2017
$4,723 (+2.4%)
$198,527 + $185,182
$383,709
2016
$4,611 (+1.5%)
$198,527 + $185,182
$383,709
2015
$4,544 (−0.5%)
$194,635 + $181,551
$376,186
2014
$4,566 (+10.0%)
$187,957 + $175,322
$363,279
2012
$4,153 (−7.3%)
$164,000 + $153,000
$317,000
2011
$4,478 (−1.1%)
$164,000 + $153,000
$317,000
2010
$4,528 (+19.7%)
$179,844 + $167,753
$347,597
2009
$3,782 (−35.8%)
$178,500 + $166,500
$345,000
2008
$5,895
$244,100 + $61,000
$305,100
*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
1.75
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,000
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
1,122
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
2231015039
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 7, 2026.
Feb 7, 2023 • Active
Hvac
HVAC
Oct 6, 2020 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Pantry
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Window Features: Bay Window, Blinds
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Blockwall, Chain Link
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Awning
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Porch - Front
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: Grab Bars in Bathroom(s), No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: West
Parcel Number: 2231015039
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Lease / Rental Details
Land Lease
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Los Angeles Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.19044400
Longitude: -118.49568800
Directions: North on Balboa, East on Victory, North on Petit, East on Haynes, North on Ruffner
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: LAR1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.75
Sq. Ft.: 1,122
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 6,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 2231015039
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 7, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Washer and dryer - sold seperately
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 11
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 11
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Lisa
List Agent Last Name: Stewart
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: JML Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Neil
Buyer Agent Last Name: McLean
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: John Aaroe Group
Around this home
Schools
Gault Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
William Mulholland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
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