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Sold for $1,120,000
  • $1,120,000

    5539 Buffalo Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

    3beds
    1,616sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    5,998 Square Feet Lot
    $1,119,800 Zestimate®
    $693/sqft
    $4,732 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,119,800

    $1.02M - $1.23M

    $4,732/mo

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    What's special

    Presenting a cool, California Contemporary in prime Sherman Oaks; an idyllic tree lined community and wonderful place to call home! The gated exterior presentation of this well maintained residence is picture perfect with a lush fusion of natural stone and greenery. Inside, the floor plan flows with ease, designed for easy, relaxed living and entertaining ideal for today's modern lifestyle. Blending open space with stylish details, the primary living areas become one in light and comfort. Wood floors grace the living areas. Recessed lighting glows throughout. Travertine baths feature fine lighting, fixtures and finishes. The kitchen is an open concept culinary center where style, form and function unite for the at home chef. Artfully adorned with gleaming granite countertops and an array of stainless steel appliances. Opening to dining area, it becomes the perfect gathering place for friend and family gatherings. Glass atrium doors bring the outdoors in and give way to an expansive covered patio perfect for the Southern California lifestyle of relaxed al fresco leisure. Enhancing the flexibility of the property to meet a variety of lifestyles, a fantastic detached en suite studio with kitchenette adds a valuable and versatile dimension, perfect for a home office, creative space, guest suite or fitness retreat. Ideally located in the coveted Erwin Elementary School District (Rated 9 out 10 on GreatSchools.org!) and just moments from the beloved Sherman Oaks Rec Center and Hazeltine Park, LA Valley College, the Galleria, and all the best of what Sherman Oaks has to offer. Private, gated, and full of charm, the home presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable, connected living in one of the Valley's most desirable neighborhoods. Welcome! NOTE: Main house: 2 + 2 with 1,242sq.ft. Detached en suite studio with 374 sq.ft.

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    Listed by:

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

    Sotheby's International Realty 818-990-8700

    Bought with:

    Alex Lobel, DRE # 01907554

    Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26852681MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Entry, Guest House, Living Room, Patio Covered, Studio
    Bathroom
    • Features: Shower and Tub, Shower Stall
    Kitchen
    • Features: Bar, Remodeled, Gourmet Kitchen
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal
    • Laundry: Other
    Features
    • Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,616
    • Total interior livable area: 1,616 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Foyer
    • Patio & porch: Covered
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: Bath
    • Fencing: Fenced Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 5,998 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 120
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Detached Guest House
    • Parcel number: 2344001018
    • Zoning: LAR1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • Year built: 1940

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Gated
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Sherman Oaks

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $693/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $707,879
    • Annual tax amount: $8,661
    • Date on market: 6/26/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/14/2026Sold$1,120,000+4.2%$693/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26852681 Report a problem
    7/8/2026Pending sale$1,075,000$665/sqft
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    6/30/2026Contingent$1,075,000$665/sqft
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    6/26/2026Listed for sale$1,075,000$665/sqft
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    6/5/2026Contingent$1,075,000$665/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26835301 Report a problem
    5/20/2026Listed for sale$1,075,000+82.5%$665/sqft
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    3/30/2022Listing removed--
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    3/14/2022Listed for rent$3,800+5.6%$2/sqft
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    3/15/2021Listing removed--
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    2/23/2021Listed for rent$3,600$2/sqft
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    10/30/2014Sold$589,000$364/sqft
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    10/4/2014Pending sale$589,000$364/sqft
    Source: Rodeo Realty #SR14162177 Report a problem
    7/31/2014Listed for sale$589,000+11.2%$364/sqft
    Source: Rodeo Realty #SR14162177_CRISNET Report a problem
    12/9/2011Listing removed$529,900$328/sqft
    Source: Rodeo Realty #F11120606 Report a problem
    10/19/2011Price change$529,900-2.9%$328/sqft
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    9/15/2011Price change$545,900-0.7%$338/sqft
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    7/16/2011Listed for sale$549,900-12.6%$340/sqft
    Source: Rodeo Realty #F11090670 Report a problem
    11/26/2010Listing removed$628,900$389/sqft
    Source: Rodeo Realty #F1856146 Report a problem
    10/24/2010Price change$628,900-2.5%$389/sqft
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    9/17/2010Listed for sale$645,000+59.3%$399/sqft
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    7/2/2009Sold$405,000-10.2%$251/sqft
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    4/4/2008Sold$451,149-39%$279/sqft
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    9/27/2006Sold$740,000+21.3%$458/sqft
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    2/9/2006Sold$610,000$377/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,661 +1.2%$707,879 +2%
    2024$8,558 +2%$694,000 +2%
    2023$8,393 +4.9%$680,393 +2%
    2022$8,001 +1.2%$667,053 +2%
    2021$7,903 -1%$653,975 +1%
    2020$7,983 $647,270 +2%
    2019$7,983 +5.1%$634,579 +2%
    2018$7,593 $622,137 +2%
    2017$7,593 +2.3%$609,939 +2%
    2016$7,425 +2.3%$597,981 +1.5%
    2015$7,257 +35.9%$589,000 +38.1%
    2014$5,339 $426,457 +2.5%
    2012-- $416,208 +2%
    2011-- $408,048 +0.8%
    2010-- $405,000 -19%
    2009-- $500,200 -35.7%
    2008-- $778,178 +2%
    2007-- $762,920 +288%
    2006-- $196,627
    2005-- $196,627 +4%
    2004-- $188,994 +1.9%
    2003-- $185,531 +2%
    2002-- $181,894 +4%
    2000-- $174,833
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    Neighborhood: Sherman Oaks

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