#BB25140040, Mark Richards, Listing office: Redfin Corporation

158 S Formosa Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036
Property details
About 158 S Formosa Ave
Welcome to 158 S Formosa Avenue, a rare reimagined traditional home nestled within a tranquil tree-lined street in the highly desirable Miracle Mile North Historic Preservation neighborhood. A Beautiful exterior color palette and succulent landscaping greet you upon arrival. Step inside and be captivated by the warm attention to detail, restoration, and creation of era style elements. The thoughtfully designed open-concept floor plan features a large gourmet kitchen perfect for culinary enthusiasts, complete with top-of-the-line custom matching appliances, quartz counters, white oak cabinetry, large Apron sinks, floating shelves and designer light fixtures. All overlooking the tranquil dining area. Your beautiful re-inspired living room features a stand out quartz fire place, custom crown molding, a historic timeless front bow window with leaded glass and French oak floors throughout. Parallel to the living room is your first bedroom, this could be converted very simply by the contractor into a den or your own private dining area if preferred. The large primary bedroom & bathroom features a double reeded vanity, standalone tub, walk in glass shower, large format designer tile, walk in closet, separate smaller closet and French doors leading out to a large wrap around deck. The other 3 bedrooms have ample space, closets and one of the bedrooms has french doors also leading out to the deck. The other two bathrooms have a mixture of marble vanities. Delta shower finishes, herringbone porcelain floors and brass hardware. The ADU has its own kitchenette, bathroom with walk in shower and hardwood floors, perfect for a at home office, studio or in-law suite. The ADU also features it's own address, gas & electric meter and tankless water heater. The grounds feature an enclosed new wood & iron gate, drip system, lush olive trees, a new large wooden deck perfect for hosting outdoor gatherings for al-fresco dining and entertaining. All new wooden privacy fencing, mature plants & trees, gravel and concrete. Upgrades include foundation, roof, furnace, plumbing, electrical, tankless water heaters, sewer, chimney, stucco, windows, doors, flooring, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, landscaping and hardware. Highly sought after location, centrally located to schools, shopping and places of worship. *Seller open to buying down buyers interest rate*
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway
- View: Neighborhood
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,595,000
- Price/SqFt: $975
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $21,888
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
- Directions: North of 3rd Street, South of Beverly Blvd., West of La Brea, East of Fairfax
- Year Built: 1937
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,660 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1516 Acres
- MLS Number: SR25164527
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Calabasas
- Office Phone: (213) 271-4945
- Listing Agent: Jordan Davies
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 16, 2024 | Home Sold | $1,685,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,790,000 | $21,888 |
2023 | $155,234 | $2,195 |
2022 | $152,191 | $2,107 |
2021 | $149,208 | $2,066 |
2020 | $147,679 | $2,010 |
2019 | $144,784 | $1,886 |
2018 | $141,946 | $1,849 |
2017 | $139,164 | $1,849 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
3rd Street Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•201 S June St
9
Melrose Avenue Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•731 N Detroit St
8
Hancock Park Elementary
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•408 S Fairfax Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $106,395. The majority of Los Angeles, CA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 158 S Formosa Ave
The listing price of 158 S Formosa Ave property is $2,595,000.
The property 158 S Formosa Ave is a house located in Los Angeles, California, 90036.
Active Listing: 158 S Formosa Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 158 S Formosa Ave are: 3rd Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Melrose Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hancock Park Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), John Burroughs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bancroft Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Laurel School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Whitman Continuation (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Fairfax High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Los Angeles High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $21,888 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 16, 2024 for $1,685,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 158 S Formosa Ave has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 158 S Formosa Ave is 2,660 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 158 S Formosa Ave is 1937.
This home is located at 158 S Formosa Ave in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90036 in the Central LA neighborhood. This 2,660 square foot home, which was built in 1937, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,595,000.
Los Angeles, CA housing market in June 2025 saw over 282 listings sold above listed price, more than 108 sold at listed price and over 339 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Los Angeles, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $876,067.