3878 Howard Avenue 8, Los Alamitos, California 90720, Los Alamitos, 90720 - 2 bed, 3 bath

3878 Howard Avenue 8, Los Alamitos, California 90720 home-pic-0
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$749,000$1,434/sqft
3878 Howard Avenue 8, Los Alamitos, California 90720
2Beds
3Baths
1,434Sqft
Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Prime Location & School District: Nestled in a highly desirable area within an award-winning school district, offering proximity to Seal Beach, Rossmoor shops, restaurants, and parks, enhancing lifestyle and property value.
Top Cons:
Age of Property: Built in 1985, the property's age, despite some updates, may imply potential for future maintenance or replacement of original systems and components not explicitly mentioned as renovated.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$749.0K vs avg $917.5K ($-168,500)20%
Size:1,434 sqft vs avg 1,527 sqft50%
Price/sqft:$522 vs avg $58010%

More Insights

Built in 1985 (41 years old).
Condition: Built in 1985, this townhome is well-maintained and move-in ready with recent cosmetic updates like fresh paint and laminate plank flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms. However, the kitchen features original-style oak cabinets, dated tile countertops, and older appliances (except for the stainless steel refrigerator), along with a dated fluorescent ceiling light. Bathrooms also show dated elements such as tile countertops, older light fixtures, and gold-framed shower doors. While functional, these areas require significant updates to meet current aesthetic standards, aligning with the 'Fair' condition criteria for an aged but maintained home with functional but outdated major components.
Year Built
1985
Close
-
List price
$749K
Original List price
$749K
Price/Sqft
$522
HOA
$230
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC26000707
Home ConditionFair
Features
Deck
ViewNeighborhood

About this home

Nestled in a secluded interior pocket of a 12-unit complex, this gorgeous townhome sits in a highly desirable area within an award-winning school district and is close to Seal Beach and Rossmoor shops, restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, juice bars, parks, and more. This premier residence blends comfort and convenience to perfection. Outside, you’ll find a freshly painted exterior, seasonal trees, and an alleyway that provides convenient access to your attached two-car garage which houses a individual laundry room with plentiful cabinets and individual sink for convenience . A walkway on the opposite side leads to your main front door, which is near a secured mailbox. Direct entry from the garage into the unit ensures effortless living. You’ll be greeted at the main entry and ascend to the upper living level, where the living room centers around a cozy brick fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining area, which opens to a wonderful outdoor patio—perfect for relaxed, outdoor living. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space, a stainless steel refrigerator as well as a dishwasher, microwave and updated laminate plank flooring, and a gorgeous bay window. This level also features a roomy guest half bath. From the main living area, a flight of stairs leads to two generous bedrooms, each bathed in natural light, high ceilings with windows providing pretty views of the skyline, trees, and neighborhood. Both bedrooms include two private bathrooms with updated laminate wood-plank flooring, bathtubs with sliding doors and ample closet space in each room. The home also includes central AC to keep you comfortable year-round. If you’re seeking the perfect Southern California townhouse in a rarely available complex, with abundant light, move-in readiness, and a fantastic area, you’ve found your home!

J
Jaime Komadina
Listing Agent

Price History

Date
Event
Price
06/18/96
Sold
$155,000
Condition Rating
Fair

Built in 1985, this townhome is well-maintained and move-in ready with recent cosmetic updates like fresh paint and laminate plank flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms. However, the kitchen features original-style oak cabinets, dated tile countertops, and older appliances (except for the stainless steel refrigerator), along with a dated fluorescent ceiling light. Bathrooms also show dated elements such as tile countertops, older light fixtures, and gold-framed shower doors. While functional, these areas require significant updates to meet current aesthetic standards, aligning with the 'Fair' condition criteria for an aged but maintained home with functional but outdated major components.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & School District: Nestled in a highly desirable area within an award-winning school district, offering proximity to Seal Beach, Rossmoor shops, restaurants, and parks, enhancing lifestyle and property value.
Move-in Ready Condition: The property boasts a freshly painted exterior and is described as 'move-in ready,' suggesting minimal immediate investment for new owners.
Convenient Access & Amenities: Features an attached two-car garage with direct unit entry, an individual laundry room with ample cabinets and a sink, providing exceptional convenience and functionality.
Comfort & Interior Features: Equipped with central AC for year-round comfort, a cozy brick fireplace, and a wonderful outdoor patio, creating inviting living spaces.
Rarity & Exclusivity: Located in a 'rarely available complex,' indicating a unique opportunity in a sought-after market with potentially high demand.

Cons

Age of Property: Built in 1985, the property's age, despite some updates, may imply potential for future maintenance or replacement of original systems and components not explicitly mentioned as renovated.
Limited Private Outdoor Space: As a townhome, the outdoor space is limited to a 'wonderful outdoor patio,' lacking a private yard which some buyers may desire.
Townhome Living & HOA Fees: Being part of a 12-unit complex means shared walls and a mandatory association fee of $230, which is a recurring cost and involves adherence to community rules.
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