16539 Gilmore St, Lake Balboa, CA 91406 - Photo 1

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$780,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,214 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Located in one of Lake Balboa's most desirable pockets, just one block from the sought-after Lake Balboa Park, this home is a rare find for investors or buyers eager to create their dream residence. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a permitted bonus sunroom, and an updated plumbing system. The detached garage features a large extension, perfect for a workshop, studio, or additional storage. And for something truly unique, the property boasts an underground fallout shelter you have to see to believe. The expansive lot is larger than most in the neighborhood, offering endless potential for outdoor living, gardening, or future expansion, or an ADU. Enjoy easy access to multiple golf courses, the Encino Farmers Market, the Japanese Garden, Sepulveda Basin Dog Park, and more. With its prime location and exceptional potential, this home is ready to be transformed into something extraordinary.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 16539 Gilmore St

General

Sold For: $780,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: CLAW
MLS ID: 25580807
Added to Site: 148 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Area, Sun
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Eating Areas: Dining Area
Cooking Appliances: Gas/Electric Range
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Other

Additional Information

Pool Description: None
Spa Description: None
Other Features: Other

Parking

Garage Description: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway - Concrete

Location

Area: Lake Balboa
County: Los Angeles
Driving Directions: North of Victory, West of Hayvenhurst
Direction Faces: South

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Wall, Floor

Utilities

Sewer: In Street
Water: District

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Single Family Residence
Basement Desc.: Raised
Foundation: Raised
Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
Stories/Levels: 1
Square Feet: 1,214
Sq. Ft. Source: Vendor Enhanced
Year Built: 1951
Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
Property Condition: Fixer

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Other

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.1482
Lot Size: 6457
Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
Lot Dimensions: 53 x 135
Zoning: LAR1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $616.97
Assessment Year: 1951

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Reports: None
APN: 2231-014-043

Listed by Sotheby's International Realty, Mary Hill
Sold by Were Real Estate, Yolanda Cortez

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Schools

Schools serving 16539 Gilmore St

School District:Los Angeles Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Gault Street Elementary School 17000 Gault St., Los Angeles, CA 91406	PK-5	1 mi
William Mulholland Middle School 17120 Vanowen St., Los Angeles, CA 91406	6-8	0.7 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 16539 Gilmore St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/24/2025

Sold

$780,000

4.14%

MLS

8/20/2025

Listed

$749,000

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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.

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