18442 Los Alimos
Porter Ranch, CA, 91326
$1,200,000
MLS: SR26110945
Beds
4
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,590
Lot
0.28 ac
Year Built
1959
MLS #
SR26110945
Days on Market
15
Listed
Jun 1, 2026
Description
Step into this beautifully updated and inviting ranch-style home, offered for the first time on the market and showcasing true pride of ownership throughout. The warm and welcoming living room features gleaming refinished original oak hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and a sliding glass door that opens to the expansive backyard. The remodeled kitchen is designed for both style and function with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, breakfast bar, recessed lighting, tile flooring, stainless steel sink with garden window, and top-of-the-line appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a separate laundry room accented by a custom frosted glass pocket door. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated within the last year. The primary bathroom offers a step-in tiled shower with clear glass enclosure, custom vanity, quartz countertop, and tile flooring. The hall bathroom features double sinks, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, tile flooring and step in shower. Situated on an oversized 12,000+ SQFT lot, the park-like backyard offers endless possibilities with room for a sport court, pool, ADU, or additional outdoor entertaining space. The yard is enclosed with attractive wood-look synthetic fencing and chain link. Nearly every aspect of this home has been upgraded within the past six years, including: landscaping (2020), roof (2023), interior and exterior plumbing from the front yard to the alley (2025), furnace and air conditioning (2025), premium windows and appliances (2025), and a new patio cover with lighting and ceiling fans (2026). Additional features include a tankless water heater and fully paid solar system. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, places of worship, dining, the 118 Freeway, Granada Hills Village, The Vineyards, Northridge Mall, and Porter Ranch Town Center.
Location
Porter Ranch, Los Angeles County, CA 91326
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Michele Woods · RE/MAX One
Payment estimate
$8,841
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $120,000 · Loan: $1,080,000
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.52% as of Jun 11, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $6,841
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,250
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $450
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Today's Rates
As of Jun 11, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.52%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.84%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Porter Ranch home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $42,000 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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