Perched on a private hillside in sought-after Montecito Heights, this updated Spanish-style retreat pairs dramatic indoor/outdoor living with sweeping Northeast LA views. A panoramic folding glass wall opens the main living and dining spaces to an expansive Trex deck and hot tub, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors, while oversized windows flood the home with natural light and skyline views, Mt. Washington, Dodger Stadium lights, Elysian Valley and Hollywood beyond.The interior blends original character with thoughtful upgrades, including renovated bathrooms, central AC, newer windows (2018), a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a newer roof (2019). A 10kW solar system with 30kW battery backup (2023) adds long-term efficiency and resilience, alongside an EV charger and detached garage.Situated on an oversized double lot, the property also includes fully RTI-approved plans for a detached 2-bedroom, 1-bath ADU with an additional 2-car garage. With permitting and design already completed, the next owner has the rare opportunity to immediately build a guest house, income-producing rental, or multigenerational compound.Surrounded by mature avocado, lemon, and lime trees, the property feels tucked away and serene while remaining minutes from Downtown LA, Debs Regional Park trails, and the restaurants, cafes, and nightlife of nearby Highland Park. Your adventures in Los Angeles await!
Under contract
Listed by: Townsquare Real Estate Partners Inc. • Gustavo Rojas
Price cut: $80K (7/8)
$999,000
3928 Berenice Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90031
2beds
1,283sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,505/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
10,396 Square Feet Lot
$984,900 Zestimate®
$779/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 70 days |
- 2,002 |
- 75 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gustavo Rojas DRE #01768224 626-449-9300,
Townsquare Real Estate Partners Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-27332
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,283 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage, Public
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 10,396 Square Feet
- Features: Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Parcel number: 5207015009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $779/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $739,584
- Annual tax amount: $9,058
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 70 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Solar, spa, tankless water heater,
Estimated market value
$984,900
$936,000 - $1.03M
$4,924/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Contingent | $999,000$779/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-27332 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $999,000-7.4%$779/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-27332 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,079,000+66%$841/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-27332 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2017 | Sold | $650,000+3.3%$507/sqft |
Source:  Pasadena Foothills MLS #817001522 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2017 | Pending sale | $629,000$490/sqft |
Source: Pasadena #817001522 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $629,000+424.2%$490/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #817001522 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/1997 | Sold | $120,000$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,058 +0.3% | $739,584 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,034 +1.9% | $725,083 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,861 +4.8% | $710,867 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,455 +1.2% | $696,930 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,351 -1% | $683,265 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,433 | $676,260 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,433 +5.8% | $663,000 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,972 | $650,000 +286% |
| 2017 | $7,972 +248.7% | $168,382 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,287 +2.7% | $165,082 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,226 +0.5% | $162,603 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,215 | $159,419 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $155,588 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $152,538 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $151,399 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $151,760 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $148,785 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $145,868 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $143,009 |
| 2005 | -- | $143,009 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $137,458 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $134,939 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $132,294 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $127,159 |
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Neighborhood: Montecito Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Latona Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Florence Nightingale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Abraham Lincoln Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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