5220 Mary Ellen Avenue
Sherman Oaks, CA, 91401
$1,649,000
MLS: 26872255
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq Ft
2,278
Lot
0.11 ac
Year Built
1965
MLS #
26872255
Days on Market
75
Listed
Aug 19, 2026
Description
Discover this updated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Sherman Oaks pool home on a quiet cul-de-sac, offering nearly 2,300 square feet of comfortable, flexible living space. Located in the sought-after Riverside Drive Charter School attendance area, this residence combines a practical floor plan, meaningful updates, and the indoor-outdoor lifestyle buyers look for in Sherman Oaks. The remodeled kitchen serves as the heart of the home and connects seamlessly with the adjoining living and dining areasideal for daily living, family gatherings, and entertaining. Updated flooring and remodeled bathrooms create a fresh, cohesive feel throughout the home. The private backyard is designed for year-round Southern California enjoyment, with a pool, spa, and a separate pergola-covered entertaining area directly off the dining room. Host outdoor dinners, enjoy weekends by the pool, or unwind in a setting that extends the home's living space outdoors. Conveniently situated near Ventura Boulevard, Sportsmen's Lodge, NoHo West, local parks, shopping, dining, and multiple houses of worship, this Sherman Oaks home also provides easy access to the 101 and 170 freeways. A rare opportunity to own an updated four-bedroom pool home in Sherman Oaks with a cul-de-sac location, spacious layout, and exceptional access to the area's best amenities.
Location
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County, CA 91401
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Kendra Fuchs · Real Broker
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$12,750
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $164,900 · Loan: $1,484,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.24% as of Oct 29, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $10,114
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,718
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $618
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 29, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.24%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.60%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Sherman Oaks home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $57,715 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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