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$799,000

4140 Carfax Ave Lakewood, CA 90713

2 beds
1 full
1,122 sqft
0.1 acres
$712 / sqft
House

Property details

About 4140 Carfax Ave

Such a GORGEOUS, REMODELED GEM of a home!! Sweetly nestled mid-block on a charming tree-lined street in an interior tract of a highly-coveted & centrally-located neighborhood, this darling jewel box is a fabulous, modern living space & a gracious place to call home!! Multiple tall palm trees, winding walkway & brick front porch amplify the wonderful curb appeal. Perfect blend of contemporary & charming inside, with an outstanding, expanded, open-concept floor plan! Formerly a three-bedroom home, it was transformed by previous owners taking away one of the bedrooms to design the open-concept living space & create the versatile & inviting great room. And the great room is the happy, connected heart of this home! Light, bright & airy w/great fluid use of space, this home provides such a soothing & serene vibe, a neutral color palette & a plethora of upgraded windows providing an abundant infusion of natural light throughout! Beautiful, refinished hardwood flooring, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting & ceiling fans. Stunning remodeled kitchen w/modern clean lines, fantastic kitchen island/breakfast counter, quartz counters, custom backsplash, custom lighting, engineered wood flooring, a truly generous amount of cabinetry & counter space, stainless steel appliances, modern fixtures & a convenient door leading to the backyard & patio. Beautiful upgraded bathroom w/double sinks. Central A/C, forced air heating, inside laundry w/storage cabinetry. Large backyard with covered patio is absolutely perfect for year-round lounging/relaxing, entertaining family & friends, savoring morning coffee or tea & a beer or cocktails during evening happy hours, BBQing & enjoying al fresco dinners! There appears to be possibility/room for expanding the home or adding an ADU for flex space/home office/gym/ multi-purpose room, multi-general living or renter. 2-car detached garage & a long driveway offers additional parking. Garage has built-in cabinetry & pull-down ladder. Fantastic, wide-ranging spectrum of nearby dining, shopping, entertainment, schools, churches, Long Beach City College, Long Beach Airport, parks, golf courses, other leisure & recreation & so much more, all just a leisurely stroll, a fun bike ride, skateboard ride or quick car ride away! Convenient access to transit, transportation routes & freeways. Long-time owners abound in this wonderful neighborhood. Don't miss out on this terrific opportunity! We welcome your visit & thank you so much for your interest! :)

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,122 sqft
Lot size0.1148 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #PW25171582
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace: None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Driveway, Garage
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $799,000
  • Price/SqFt: $712
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,859
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn
  • Directions: North of Carson, West of Palo Verde, home is on the east side of the street. Thank you.
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,122 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1148 Acres
  • MLS Number: PW25171582
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Re/Max R. E. Specialists
  • Office Phone: (562) 882-6279
  • Listing Agent: Mary Ebersole

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 07, 2012
Home Sold
$352,500
Mar 29, 2006
Home Sold
$530,000
Mar 30, 1999
Home Sold
$85,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$424,951$5,859
2023$416,619$5,761
2022$408,451$5,417
2021$400,443$5,311
2020$396,338$5,234
2019$388,567$5,044
2018$380,949$4,987
2017$373,481$4,987

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

MacArthur Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

6011 Centralia St

7

Patrick Henry Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

3720 Canehill Ave

8

Cleveland Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

4760 Hackett Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $84,375. The majority of Lakewood, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 4140 Carfax Ave

The listing price of 4140 Carfax Ave property is $799,000.

The property 4140 Carfax Ave is a house located in Lakewood, California, 90713.

Active Listing: 4140 Carfax Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 4140 Carfax Ave are: MacArthur Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Patrick Henry Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cleveland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Helen Keller Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Marshall Academy of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bancroft Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ernest S. Mcbride Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lakewood High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Millikan High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,859 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 7, 2012 for $352,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 4140 Carfax Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 4140 Carfax Ave is 1,122 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 4140 Carfax Ave is 1950.

This home is located at 4140 Carfax Ave in Lakewood, CA and zip code 90713 in the The Harbor neighborhood. This 1,122 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.

In July 2025, from all listings sold in Lakewood, CA there were more than 17 sold above asking price, over 18 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Lakewood, CA increased by 5.9% between June and July 2025. Listings spent 20 days on the market in July 2025, and had a median list price of $860,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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