Tucked away on a secluded lot in the foothills of Sylmar, 12211 Forest Trail offers a rare opportunity to own a private retreat with expansive views and room to grow. The property includes six separate parcels, providing exceptional flexibility for future use or investment. Tenants are currently in place, making this an attractive option for investors seeking immediate income.
The home features an upstairs bedroom and a new mini-split system for efficient heating and cooling year-round. Outdoor living is a standout, with space to relax, entertain, or take in the surrounding natural beauty. An outdoor laundry area adds to the property’s rustic charm and functionality. With privacy, land, and long-term potential, this unique Sylmar property presents a compelling investment opportunity.
For sale
Listed by: Bell Properties, Inc. • Brian LeBow • Contact: 626-317-0425
Price cut: $40K (5/11)
$859,050
12211 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA 91342
2beds
1,129sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.53 Acres Lot
$834,800 Zestimate®
$761/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 162 days |
- 327 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brian LeBow DRE #01895975 brian.lebow@bellpropertymgmt.com,
Bell Properties, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR26023783
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Bathroom
- Features: Full Bath on Main Level
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Outside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,129 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway Down Slope From Street, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down, Irregular Lot, Secluded
Details
- Additional parcels included: 2526006012, 2526006013, 2526005004
- Parcel number: 2526005003
- Lease amount: $0
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vertical Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural
Location
- Region: Sylmar
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $761/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,534
- Annual tax amount: $1,046
- Date on market: 2/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 163 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$834,800
$793,000 - $877,000
$3,553/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $859,050-4.4%$761/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #AR26023783 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000$796/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #AR26023783 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,046 +16.8% | $45,534 +2% |
| 2024 | $895 +7.2% | $44,642 +2% |
| 2023 | $835 +10.6% | $43,767 +2% |
| 2022 | $755 +2.1% | $42,910 +2% |
| 2021 | $739 -0.3% | $42,070 +1% |
| 2020 | $742 | $41,640 +2% |
| 2019 | $742 +6.9% | $40,824 +2% |
| 2018 | $694 | $40,024 +2% |
| 2017 | $694 +1.7% | $39,240 +2% |
| 2016 | $682 +4.5% | $38,471 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $653 -0.5% | $37,894 +2% |
| 2014 | $657 | $37,153 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $36,261 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $35,551 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $35,286 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $35,371 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $34,679 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $34,000 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $33,334 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,334 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $32,042 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $31,456 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $30,840 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $29,644 |
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Neighborhood: 91342
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Brainard Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Charles Maclay Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Verdugo Hills Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
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