$989,000

4231 Portola Ave Los Angeles, CA 90032

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,536 sqft
0.2 acres
$644 / sqft
House

Property details

About 4231 Portola Ave

Perched high above the street in the heart of El Sereno, this home is an experience--a true Zen retreat with breathtaking views and a tranquil ambiance. A canopy of pepper, orange, lemon, and loquat trees envelops the front and side yards, creating a lush, private oasis. Garden beds await your personal touch, while the sprawling outdoor space offers endless possibilities, from vibrant gardens to a treehouse or your own peaceful sanctuary. Start your mornings at the picnic table, coffee in hand, as you watch the birds at play. Inside, this charming home features three bedrooms and 1.5 baths, including a converted attic space, and a beautifully renovated kitchen. A fully renovated guest unit above the garage provides the perfect space for visitors or home office. Thoughtful upgrades, including a high-efficiency HVAC system and thermal-repellant paint on both the main house and guest unit, ensure year-round comfort and energy efficiency. Come over and experience it for yourself- grab fresh honey from local favorite 'Victor's Honey' enjoy one-of-a-kind shrimp tacos from Mariscos, and go for a scenic hike at Elephant Hill Open Space!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,536 sqft
Lot size0.155 Acres
Year built1926
ParkingGarage
MLS #P1-21418
Garage2 spaces
ViewCity Lights, Canyon

Summary

  • MLS Number: P1-21418
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: COMPASS
  • Office Phone: (626) 205-4040
  • Office Email: kathy@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Carin Hoffman

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2010
Home Sold
$300,000
Sep 12, 2008
Home Sold
$220,000
Jul 10, 2006
Home Sold
$475,000
Dec 23, 2002
Home Sold
$190,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$379,640$4,708
2023$372,197$4,618
2022$364,900$4,403
2021$357,746$4,346
2020$354,079$4,215
2019$347,137$4,188
2018$340,331$4,094
2017$333,658$4,094

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Cesar Chavez Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.5 mi

5243 Oakland St

6

El Sereno Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.5 mi

3838 Rosemead Ave

7

Sierra Vista Elementary

Public District KG-6

0.7 mi

4342 Alpha St

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 $56,027. Residents of Los Angeles, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
0%
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
15%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 4231 Portola Ave

This home is located at 4231 Portola Ave in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90032 in the The Eastside neighborhood. This 1,536 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $989,000.

While more than 302 listings in Los Angeles, CA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 116 listings sold at asking price, and more than 322 were sold below. The number of listings in Los Angeles, CA increased by 13.7% between February and March 2025. In March 2025 median list price was $940,937 and the average listing age was 39 days.

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

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