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Property Description
A turnkey haven in Sherman Oaks is ready and waiting for you. This spacious 2862 square foot home boasts 4 bedrooms 1office/nursery connected to the master bedroom, 3 baths, plus a additional 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom guest house and 2 fireplaces. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a 2 story vaulted ceiling, adorned with a dazzling chandelier and wood stairs that complement the stainless steel rod rail. When in the living room, enjoy the picture window and views of the serene back patio. An inviting fireplace, adorned with glass rocks, provides comfort and warmth for a cozy night with loved ones. The dining area is characterized by a charming retro glass brick wall, while the kitchen stands out with its quartz counters, glass backsplash, wood cabinets featuring glass fronts, a greenhouse window, and two stainless steel sinks equipped with gooseneck faucets. Top-of-the-line kitchen .The mini master suite is a retreat of its own, boasting an en suite bathroom with a wall-hung vanity, walk-in shower, frameless glass door, rain paddle, and handheld shower heads, as well as stone tile walls, and a bench. Bedroom 2 offers frosted glass closet doors and the back door is leading to the beautiful backyard, while Bedroom 3 features a spacious double-door closet.The hall bath is equipped with a wall-hung vanity, tub, frameless glass door, paddle shower head, and stone tile walls. Ascend the stairs to discover the grand master retreat, complete with a vaulted ceiling, loft, his and her double walk-in closets, a fireplace, and French doors opening to the scenic balcony for morning coffee.The en suite spa bath, featuring a clawfoot tub, walk-in shower with a frameless glass door, rain paddle and handheld shower heads, stone tile walls, and a bench. Dual sink vanity and LED fogless mirror add to the opulence. Bedroom 5, located upstairs, offers a French door leading to the balcony.The ADU (non conforming use) converted garage, featuring 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, covers nearly 320 square feet and serves as an ideal space for accommodating guests. Outside, the backyard serves as a Zen oasis for rejuvenation. Relax in the spa or lounge on the Cali Bamboo deck. The garden, adorned with pavers, and river rocks, is on a drip system. Indulge in a fruit salad harvested from the navel orange, mandarin orange, lemon, and red plum. The side yard, accessible via an alley, provides a storage area. The property is equipped with newer dual-zone AC, furnace, and ducting. Other features include copper plumbing, Noritz tankless water heaters, ABS sewer pipes, 200 and 100 amp panels, exterior retractable window shutters, smooth ceilings, LED recessed lights, and the whole house has timeless hardwood flooring throughout the house and the bathrooms have tile flooring.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5503 Buffalo Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,600,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 23-330205
- Added to Site: 833 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Study/Office, Guest House, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Patio Open
- Interior Features: Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Hot Tub, Storage Space, Beamed Ceiling(s), Two-Story Ceilings, Turnkey, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, In Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Area
- Cooking Appliances: Built-In Gas, Microwave, Range Hood, Cooktop - Gas
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub, Remodeled
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Hot Tub, Above-Ground
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Security Lights
- Other Features: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Deck(s), Covered
Parking
- Garage Description: Driveway
Location
- Area: Sherman Oaks
- County: Los Angeles
- Cross Streets: Buffalo and Albers
- Driving Directions: Exit the 101 South on Woodland then take a right on Albers then a left onto Buffalo
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- School District: Los Angeles Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: In Street
- Water: Meter on Property
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Raised
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Windows: Window Shutters, Drapes/Curtains, French Windows
- Disability Access: None
- Entry Location: Ground Level - no steps
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,862
- Sq. Ft. Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Year Built: 1954
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Other Struct. Feat.: Koi Pond, Balcony, Rain Gutters
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: Tree Top
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1376
- Lot Size: 5994
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 120
- Irrigation System: Front, Rear
- Lot Features: Alley Access, Corner Lot
- Zoning: LAR1
- Lot Description: Back Yard, Lawn, Front Yard, Gutters, Street Paved, Street Lighting, Street Asphalt, Storm Drains, Single Lot, Sidewalks, Yard, Fenced, Exterior Security Lights, Curbs, Corners Established
- Fencing (Description): Redwood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $576.52
- Assessment Year: 1954
Disclosures and Reports
- Inclusions: Microwave, stove, Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Remote Control Security Shutters, Outdoor Hot tub, and Koi fish in pond (Low maintenance)
- Disclosures/Reports: None
- APN: 2344-001-025
Listed by Eve Capital, Indiana McAlpine and Side, Inc., Colleen McLean
Sold by Sotheby's International Realty, Michael J. Okun
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Schools
Schools serving 5503 Buffalo Ave
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Erwin Elementary School 13400 Erwin St., Los Angeles, CA 91401 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Louis D. Armstrong Middle School 5041 Sunnyslope Ave., Los Angeles, CA 91423 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High School 13000 Oxnard St., Los Angeles, CA 91401 | 9-12 | 1 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 5503 Buffalo Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2025
Sold
$1,600,000
-3.03%
MLS
11/07/2024
Price Reduced
$1,650,000
-5.71%
MLS
6/11/2024
Price Reduced
$1,750,000
-5.41%
MLS
3/28/2024
Price Reduced
$1,850,000
-4.39%
MLS
3/11/2024
Price Reduced
$1,935,000
-5.61%
MLS
11/07/2023
Listed
$2,050,000
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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.
5503 Buffalo Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401 (MLS# 23-330205) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,600,000 on February 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 5503 Buffalo Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sherman Oaks? You can browse all Sherman Oaks real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

