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Property Description
Views, views and more views! Welcome to your Personal Private Garden Oasis! Nestled south of Ventura Blvd and perched above the prestigious Clark Gable Estates, this incredible property offers breathtaking panoramic views of the San Gabriel, Verdugo, and Santa Monica mountain ranges, along with twinkling city lights of the San Fernando Valley and surrounding hills all while providing privacy and seclusion. Owned by the same family since 1961, this is a rare opportunity to own a timeless plot of land in the hills of Encino that has not been on the market for over six decades! This single-story home boasts approximately 2,500 sq. ft. of living space on an expansive almost half-acre lot. Inside, you'll find five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a grand living room with a cozy fireplace, and a dining room with a wet bar, perfectly positioned to capture the home's breathtaking scenery. Outside, the massive frontage (240 feet) and four distinct yard spaces (front, back, and two sides) offer endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. The lush grounds feature established gardens brimming with fruit trees, including avocado, guava, cherry, and peach just to name a few. Custom stonework adds character throughout the property, while the electric awning in the backyard creates the ideal shaded retreat. Updated kitchen appliances include oven, stovetop, dishwasher, and range hood. Updated sewer lines all the way out to the street. Many plumbing and electrical updates throughout. Newer dual attic fans. All the comforts of home await you, but can also be further updated and customized into your unique vision. The neighborhood is known for its serene atmosphere, elegant custom homes, and coveted location. Whether you wish to move right in or transform the property into a personalized masterpiece, the potential here is limitless. Whether it's enjoying a glass of wine as the sun sets, hosting unforgettable BBQs for Super Bowl Sunday, or simply retreating to your peaceful sanctuary after a long day this particular home delivers a lifestyle unlike any other. Don't let Google Street View fool you. This property must be seen in person to appreciate its true magic. Schedule a showing today and make this gorgeous home yours!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 16840 Oak View Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,850,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 25578459
- Added to Site: 155 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Area
- Interior Features: Sunken Living Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Family Kitchen
- Cooking Appliances: Oven, Cooktop - Electric
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Area, Inside, Room
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
- Other Features: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Open Patio, Awning
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Attached, Driveway
Location
- Area: Encino
- County: Los Angeles
- Cross Streets: Ventura and Petit
- Driving Directions: From Ventura Blvd, head south on Petit. Turn right on Oak View Drive, proceed for about a half mile. Home will be on the left.
School Information
- School District: Los Angeles Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: In Street
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Rock
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,488
- Sq. Ft. Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Year Built: 1961
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: City, City Lights, Hills, Valley, Mountains
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4007
- Lot Size: 17455
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Dimensions: 115 x 150
- Zoning: LARA
- Fencing (Description): Other
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $743.17
- Assessment Year: 1961
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: As Is
- APN: 2289-025-019
Listed and Sold by Dylan Raquel Real Estate, Jason Ross
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Schools
Schools serving 16840 Oak View Dr
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lanai Road Elementary School 4241 Lanai Rd., Los Angeles, CA 91436 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Gaspar De Portola Middle School 18720 Linnet St., Los Angeles, CA 91356 | 6-8 | 2.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 16840 Oak View Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/12/2025
Sold
$1,850,000
0.05%
MLS
8/14/2025
Listed
$1,849,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
16840 Oak View Dr, Encino, CA 91436 (MLS# 25578459) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,850,000 on September 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 16840 Oak View Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Encino? You can browse all Encino real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

