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279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 Property Information

279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 Property Information

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279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
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Address

Primary address 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena
Alternate address(es) 279 W Laurel Dr
Zip code 91001
County Los Angeles

Sales & Tax Overview for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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Sale date 09/18/2013
Sale price $649,000
Arm's length
Current property tax $4,470

Lot & Building Information for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

Building sqft 2,452
Building class Double, Duplex or Two Units - 4 Stories or Less (0200)
Acreage 0.238 i
Units 2
Year built 1948
Year last altered
Stories 4
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Heating/AC AC
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Zoning, Use & Area Overview

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Zoning district Single-Family Residence (R-1-7500)
Weed hazard No
School district Pasadena Unified School District

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Other Property Data for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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About 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

What is the year built & the total sq. ft. for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001?

279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 was built in 1948 and has a total of 2,452 square feet.

What is the assessed value of 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 and the property tax paid?

Assessed at $364,920, the tax amount paid for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 is $3,986.

When was 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 last sold?

279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 was last sold in 01/08/2020.

How many residential units does this building have?

This building has 2 residential unit(s).

Ownership Information

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Past Sales & Property History for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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Purchase date Purchase price Buyer name Seller name
09/18/2013 $649,000
03/09/2001 $326,000
       
       
       
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Title Documents for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2 Maturity Document Doc image
07/13/2021 Trust Deed 08/01/2051
04/28/2020 Mechanics Lien
01/08/2020 Trust Deed 02/01/2050
01/08/2020 Grant Deed
(File correction - Single parcel sale)
05/28/2015 Correction Grant Deed
(File correction - Single parcel sale)
09/18/2013 Trust Deed 10/01/2043
09/18/2013 Grant Deed
10/02/2008 Deed
(File correction - Single parcel sale)
10/01/2008
10/01/2008
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Property Taxes for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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Tax year: 2025-2026
Base tax $3,986
Current property tax $4,470
Market value $364,920
Tax per sqft $2

Special Assessments And Penalties for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

Special Assessments

Abatements, financial assistance programs and non-ad valorem taxes levied as special taxes/direct assessments are applicable for this property.

Code Description Tax levied
05713 Altadena Library District Cfd No. 2020-1
00744 Los Angeles County Fire Department
00746 Los Angeles County Fire Department Brush Initial Inspection
03071 Los Angeles County Flood Control
02800 Los Angeles County Lighting District

Assessment History for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

Here's the assessment & property tax history for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.

Year Assessment value Total tax rate Property tax Year over year change
2025-2026 $364,920 1.0924 $3,986 -54.24%
2024-2025 $795,574 1.095 $8,712 +0.83%
2023-2024 $779,975 1.1077 $8,640 +3.68%
2022-2023 $764,683 1.0897 $8,333 +4.26%
2021-2022 $749,690 1.0661 $7,992 +4.37%

Permits for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

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Risk

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Transportation

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Schools

Nearest elementary schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance to school (mi)
Grace Christian Academy NR Private 1-8 0 0.30
Odyssey Charter School - South 7 Charter K-8 342 0.32
Alma Fuerte Public 3 Charter K-8 145 0.32
Renaissance Academy NR Private 1-12 40 0.32
Bourne Inc. Home School NR Private 1-6 6 0.46

Nearest middle schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance to school (mi)
Grace Christian Academy NR Private 1-8 0 0.30
Odyssey Charter School - South 7 Charter K-8 342 0.32
Alma Fuerte Public 3 Charter K-8 145 0.32
Renaissance Academy NR Private 1-12 40 0.32
Aveson Global Leadership Academy 3 Charter 6-12 222 0.53

Nearest high schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance to school (mi)
Renaissance Academy NR Private 1-12 40 0.32
Aveson Global Leadership Academy 3 Charter 6-12 222 0.53
Pasadena Waldorf School NR Private PK-12 281 0.72
James Hawkins Educational Program NR Private 5-12 0 0.76
Hathaway-Sycamores, Nps Elementary Nido NR Private K-12 26 0.98

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Neighbors for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena

Here are the neighbors for 279 Laurel Drive, Altadena.

Address Square feet Purchase date Purchase price
3353 Glenrose Ave, Altadena 1,372 04/27/2006
225 Laurel Dr, Altadena 2,667 06/29/1998 $234,000
370 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,137 05/22/2013
257 Laurel Dr, Altadena 1,364 03/13/2007
205 Laurel Dr, Altadena 1,229 05/02/2003
215 Laurel Dr, Altadena 754
282 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 832 11/02/2021
247 Laurel Dr, Altadena 2,104 11/04/2020
344 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,863 07/12/2022 $975,000
300 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,890 01/20/2026
201 Laurel Dr, Altadena 1,152 11/06/2025
320 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,645 03/30/2018 $752,000
306 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,254 02/04/2002
3359 Glenrose Ave, Altadena 1,442 02/02/2026 $585,000
330 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 3,165 12/30/2020
280 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,856 05/04/2012 $499,000
286 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 884 04/14/2009 $533,005
231 Laurel Dr, Altadena 1,351 11/08/2024
358 W Loma Alta Dr, Altadena 1,204 02/23/2024
267 Laurel Dr, Altadena 1,501 12/14/2023

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