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  • $1,050,000

    5438 Colfax Ave, Valley Village, CA 91601

    3beds
    2baths
    1,761sqft
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    $6,920/mo
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    Multi Family
    Built in 1952
    -- sqft lot
    $1,068,300 Zestimate®
    $596/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Presenting a rare and valued investment opportunity located in prime Valley Village: A vibrant, picturesque tree lined community and one of the most sought after neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley. A beautifully reimagined property that offers the versatility of TWO VACANT HOMES ON A LOT with LARD1.5 zoning. An exceptional offering for investors, owner-users, or those seeking the ideal multi-generational living arrangement. Thoughtfully designed to balance privacy, comfort, and shared outdoor living, the property embodies the flexibility and lifestyle today's buyers desire. The gated exterior is a well-manicured, eco-friendly fusion of garden and greenery offering exceptional curb appeal. The front residence has been extensively remodeled and showcases a light-filled two-bedroom, one-bath floorplan where contemporary finishes and thoughtful design create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The modernized bath features sleek subway tile and Kohler fixtures. The kitchen is an open culinary center where style, form and function unite with sleek quartz countertops and high end Viking professional appliances. Privately positioned beyond the sparkling pool, the rear residence offers a charming one-bedroom, one-bath layout enhanced by a spacious loft that provides endless flexibility as an office, creative studio, guest accommodations, or additional living space. A generous freshly landscaped gated grassy backyard creates a peaceful retreat ideal for outdoor recreation, gardening, or quiet relaxation. The resort-inspired solar heated pool serves as the centerpiece of the property, creating a natural gathering place while thoughtfully separating the two homes to provide both connection and privacy. Each residence is independently equipped with its own washer and dryer, adding convenience and enhancing the property's livability. Centrally located with proximity to Universal, Burbank, Disney, CBS, and Warner Bros. Studios, beloved Valley Village Park, the Metro Line, the famed NoHo Arts District and the NoHo West mega-complex. Whether you're looking to generate rental income, accommodate extended family, or enjoy the flexibility of living in one home while leasing the other, this exceptional property presents a wealth of possibilities. A unique investment opportunity combining versatility, lifestyle, and enduring value. Welcome!
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    Listed by:

    Michael J. Okun DRE # 01430979 818-415-1819,

    Sotheby's International Realty 818-990-8700

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26857317MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Loft, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet
      Bathroom
      • Features: Remodeled
      Kitchen
      • Features: Remodeled, Gourmet Kitchen, Open to Family Room
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Attic Fan
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Outside
      Features
      • Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,761
      • Total interior livable area: 1,761 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Uncovered spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
      • Pool features: In Ground
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Fenced Yard
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,865 Square Feet
      • Features: Lawn, Landscaped, Back Yard
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other
      • Parcel number: 2348001052
      • Zoning: LARD1.5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1952

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Gated
      Location
      • Region: Valley Village

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $596/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $995,835
      • Annual tax amount: $12,143
      • Date on market: 7/8/2026

        Estimated market value

        $1,068,300

        $1.01M - $1.12M

        $3,970/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/30/2026Pending sale$1,050,000$596/sqft
        Source: CLAW #26857317 Report a problem
        7/17/2026Contingent$1,050,000$596/sqft
        Source: CLAW #26857317 Report a problem
        7/8/2026Listed for sale$1,050,000+14.1%$596/sqft
        Source: CLAW #26856869 Report a problem
        7/17/2020Sold$920,000+2.3%$522/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/17/2020Pending sale$899,000$511/sqft
        Source: Redfin Corporation #BB20091846 Report a problem
        6/4/2020Price change$899,000-5.3%$511/sqft
        Source: Redfin Corporation #BB20091846 Report a problem
        5/14/2020Listed for sale$949,000+65%$539/sqft
        Source: Redfin Corporation #BB20091846 Report a problem
        3/29/2013Sold$575,000-4%$327/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/4/2012Listed for sale$599,000+7.9%$340/sqft
        Source: Ramsey-Shilling Assoc. #SR12137447 Report a problem
        2/24/2004Sold$555,000+60.9%$315/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/2/2003Sold$345,000+36.6%$196/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/12/2003Sold$252,500$143/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$12,143 +1%$995,835 +2%
        2024$12,028 +2%$976,310 +2%
        2023$11,796 +4.9%$957,167 +2%
        2022$11,247 +1.2%$938,400 +2%
        2021$11,111 +39.2%$920,000 +42.1%
        2020$7,982 $647,435 +2%
        2019$7,982 +5.8%$634,741 +2%
        2018$7,544 $622,296 +2%
        2017$7,544 +2.3%$610,095 +2%
        2016$7,376 +2.4%$598,133 +1.5%
        2015$7,204 +1.1%$589,149 +2%
        2014$7,129 $577,610 -8.1%
        2012-- $628,226 +2.8%
        2010-- $611,307 -0.2%
        2009-- $612,760 +2%
        2008-- $600,747 +4%
        2005-- $577,421 +67.4%
        2004-- $345,000 +527.4%
        2003-- $54,988 +2%
        2002-- $53,911 +4%
        2000-- $51,819
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Valley Village

        Getting around

        79 / 100
        Very Walkable
        80 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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