4216 Berenice, Montecito Heights, California 90031, Montecito Heights, 90031 - 2 bed, 1 bath
ACTIVE$850,000
4216 Berenice, Montecito Heights, California 90031
2Beds
1Bath
708Sqft
5,877Lot
Year Built
1924
Close
-
List price
$850K
Original List price
$850K
Price/Sqft
$1,201
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
DW25235171
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Deck
ViewMountain(s), Neighborhood
About this home
Possibly Over-Priced:The estimated price is 3% below the list price. We found 3 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $850.0K(42th), sqft - 708(3th), beds - 2(42th), baths - 1(32th).
Charming Hillside Home with Stunning Views. Nestled up in the hills, this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers beautiful views and a bright, airy atmosphere. Walk up a wooden staircase to your home. Inside, you’ll find wood flooring, recessed lighting, and a nicely updated kitchen perfect for everyday living. The spacious main bedroom features French doors that open to breathtaking hillside views. Enjoy outdoor living on the large deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, plus a generous backyard and side yard. This home is filled with natural light and offers modern comforts, including indoor laundry, central heating and cooling, and a tankless water heater. Plenty of street parking. Conveniently located near freeways for an easy commute.
Nearby schools
6/10
Latona Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.2mi
2/10
Hillside Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
4/10
Huntington Drive Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.8mi
4/10
Loreto Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
1/10
Bushnell Way Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.1mi
4/10
Gates Street Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
5/10
El Sereno Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.4mi
7/10
Garvanza Elementary School
Public,•K-6•2.2mi
8/10
Monterey Hills Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.4mi
5/10
Glen Alta Elementary School
Public,•K-8•0.4mi
5/10
Florence Nightingale Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.0mi
5/10
El Sereno Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.5mi
6/10
Luther Burbank Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.3mi
9/10
South Pasadena Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.3mi
5/10
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.1mi
4/10
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.6mi
7/10
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School
Public,•6-12•1.8mi
9/10
South Pasadena Senior High School
Public,•9-12•3.1mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/08/25
Listing
$850,000
08/21/13
Sold
$320,003
11/23/94
Sold
$87,000
Condition Rating
Good
Despite being built in 1924, this property has undergone significant and relatively recent updates, likely around the time of its last sale in 2013 (11 years ago). The kitchen is nicely updated with white shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and modern countertops. The bathroom features a modern vanity, updated fixtures, and hexagonal floor tiles. Throughout the home, there is wood flooring, recessed lighting, central heating and cooling, and a tankless water heater, all indicating modern comforts and good maintenance. The property is move-in ready with no immediate renovation required, aligning with the 'Good' condition criteria for a home extensively renovated within the last 5-15 years.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Middle School: South Pasadena Middle School (9/10). High School: South Pasadena Senior High School (9/10).
Stunning Hillside Views: The property offers beautiful and breathtaking hillside views from multiple vantage points, including the main bedroom and outdoor deck, significantly enhancing its appeal.
Extensive Modern Updates: Despite being built in 1924, the home features significant modern comforts such as a nicely updated kitchen, central heating and cooling, indoor laundry, a tankless water heater, wood flooring, and recessed lighting.
Generous Outdoor Living Space: A large deck, generous backyard, and side yard provide ample outdoor space for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the hillside setting.
Bright & Airy Atmosphere: The home is described as 'bright, airy' and 'filled with natural light,' creating an inviting and pleasant living environment.
Convenient Location: Nestled in Montecito Heights, the property boasts convenient access to freeways, making for an easy commute.
Cons
Limited Interior Square Footage: At only 708 sqft for a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, the interior living space is quite compact, which may not suit all buyer needs or family sizes.
Staircase Access Only: Access to the home requires walking up a wooden staircase, which could pose challenges for accessibility, moving large items, or daily convenience for some residents.
No Dedicated Off-Street Parking: While 'plenty of street parking' is available, the absence of a private driveway or garage might be a drawback for buyers seeking dedicated, secure, or covered parking.