16216 16216 Bertella Drive, Encino, California 91436, Encino, 91436 - 4 bed, 3 bath
ACTIVE$1,948,000
16216 16216 Bertella Drive, Encino, California 91436
4Beds
3Baths
2,173Sqft
23,869Lot
Year Built
1954
Close
-
List price
$1.95M
Original List price
$2.18M
Price/Sqft
$896
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
SB25232354
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Excellent View: City Lights, Panoramic
Pool
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Panoramic
About this home
We found 3 Cons,7 Pros. Rank: price - $1.95M(34th), sqft - 2173(18th), beds - 4(50th), baths - 3(44th).
This mid-century modern home offers a beautiful blend of comfort, tranquility, and California living. Nestled in a desirable Encino hillside neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac, the residence showcases clean, geometric lines and natural materials like wood and glass. Designed with an open floor plan that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, it sits on an expansive over 23,000-square-foot lot featuring a pool and spacious patio deck area that open to breathtaking panoramic hillside views. A welcoming entrance with charming pathways leads to warm, inviting living areas highlighted by beautiful exposed beams—perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The backyard oasis, framed by serene hillside scenery, creates a true retreat with the opportunity to renovate to your own style.
Nearby schools
8/10
Lanai Road Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
9/10
Kester Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.9mi
9/10
Roscomare Road Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.7mi
5/10
Lemay Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.2mi
6/10
Lemay Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.2mi
6/10
Newcastle Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.3mi
5/10
Brentwood Science School
Public,•K-5•7.1mi
2/10
Van Nuys Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.3mi
5/10
William Mulholland Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.7mi
3/10
William Mulholland Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.0mi
6/10
Gaspar De Portola Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.3mi
6/10
Van Nuys Senior High School
Public,•9-12•3.0mi
4/10
Reseda Senior High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
6/10
University Senior High School
Public,•9-12•7.6mi
6/10
University Senior High School Charter
Public,•9-12•7.6mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/06/25
Price Change
$1,948,000-10.6%
10/03/25
Listing
$2,180,000
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1954, this mid-century modern home requires substantial renovation. The kitchen features severely outdated light wood cabinets, dated countertops, very old white built-in appliances, and linoleum flooring. Both bathrooms also exhibit very old vanities, countertops, and tilework, indicating they were last updated 30-50+ years ago. While the property has good architectural bones and views, the interior finishes and major systems are significantly past their prime, necessitating extensive modernization and rehabilitation, as explicitly noted in the listing's 'Renovation Required' weakness.
Pros & Cons
Pros
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 23869, living area = 2173.
Great Schools: Elementary School: Roscomare Road Elementary School (9/10).
Architectural Significance: This mid-century modern home boasts a desirable architectural style with clean, geometric lines, natural materials like wood and glass, and inviting exposed beams, appealing to a specific aesthetic.
Prime Location & Setting: Nestled in a desirable Encino hillside neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property offers a tranquil and private setting, enhancing its exclusivity and appeal.
Expansive Outdoor Living: The property sits on an expansive over 23,000-square-foot lot featuring a pool and spacious patio deck area, providing ample space for recreation and entertaining.
Breathtaking Panoramic Views: The residence offers breathtaking panoramic hillside and city lights views, creating a serene backdrop and adding significant value and desirability.
Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Integration: Designed with an open floor plan that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, it embodies the quintessential California living experience.
Cons
Renovation Required: Built in 1954, the property offers an 'opportunity to renovate to your own style,' indicating that significant updates to systems, finishes, and overall modernization may be required, incurring additional costs for the buyer.
Recent Price Reduction: A notable price reduction from $2.18M to $1.948M suggests the initial pricing may have been ambitious or the property has faced challenges in attracting offers at its previous price point.
Modest Interior Square Footage: With 2173 sqft of interior living space for a 4-bedroom home, the square footage might be considered modest relative to the expansive lot size and the nearly $2M price point in Encino, potentially limiting appeal to buyers seeking larger indoor areas.