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Property Description
CONTEMPORARY ARTIST'S RETREAT!! VIEWS!! The panoramic views of city lights with Catalina Island in the distance will take your breath away!! This delightful architecturally designed contemporary sits at the top of sought-after Montecito Heights. Completed in 2008, the house offers wonderful style, light, and architectural details. Step down from the formal entry foyer to the oversize great room with high ceilings, walls of glass, corner windows, and an oversize skylight!! Sliding glass panels open to a large balcony. Flexible upstairs space could be an office nook. Incredible light and cross ventilation!! The open kitchen offers ample cabinetry, windows above the sink, and an island with breakfast bar. The main living level also includes a bedroom with a separate sitting room and a beautifully appointed 3/4 bath. The lower level is devoted to an indulgent primary suite with spa-like ensuite bath, fireplace, large balcony, and incredible views. Amenities include central AC, maple flooring throughout, and a spacious laundry room. An attached two car garage and two driveway parking spaces add to the convenience!! The Montecito Heights location is close to a vast array of dining, entertainment, and recreational options nearby. You'll be a 10-minute drive from Highland Park, DTLA, and Pasadena and mere minutes from Antigua Coffee, 1802 Roasters, Ernest Debs Park, and Dodger Stadium. Come take a tour while it's still available!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1196 Montecito Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,170,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: P1-22392
- Added to Site: 254 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Formal Entry, Primary Suite, Laundry, Living Room
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Wet Bar, Storage, Recessed Lighting, Living Room Deck Attached, Intercom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, L-Shaped Dining Area
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
- Flooring: Stone, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room, Dryer Included, Washer Included
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Deck, Wood
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Garage Door Opener, Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: From N. Huntington Dr and Mercury, turn right on Reynolds - turns into Montecito Dr. From the 110 Freeway - Exit Avenue 43, go south to Griffin - left to Montecito Dr - turn right -- travel about a mile and a half.
Community
- Community Features: Foothills, Street Lights, Hiking
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Modern
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Drywall Walls
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Disability Access: Parking
- Stories/Levels: Three Or More
- Stories Description: Three Or More
- Square Feet: 1,676
- Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
- Year Built: 2006
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Turnkey
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights, Panoramic, Catalina
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0705
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: No Sprinklers
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $698.09
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Teamprovident, Inc., Hans Hagenmayer
Sold by Keller Williams Realty, Dongchen Zhao
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Schools
Schools serving 1196 Montecito Dr
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Glen Alta Elementary School 3410 Sierra Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School 820 North Avenue 54, Los Angeles, CA 90042 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School 3501 N. BRd.way, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School 4500 Multnomah Street, Los Angeles, CA 90032 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 1196 Montecito Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/15/2025
Sold
$1,170,000
-2.42%
MLS
5/22/2025
Listed
$1,199,000
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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.
1196 Montecito Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (MLS# P1-22392) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,170,000 on July 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 1196 Montecito Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Montecito Heights? You can browse all Montecito Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

