523 Marie Avenue
Los Angeles, CA, 90042
$1,498,000
MLS: 26693053
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,298
Lot
0.13 ac
Year Built
1962
MLS #
26693053
Days on Market
8
Listed
Apr 14, 2026
Description
Perched on a hilltop in serene privacy, this expertly updated 1962 Modern delivers seamless indoor-outdoor living and spectacular views in vibrant Highland Park. Gorgeous vistas set the tone in the light-filled great room anchored by a fireplace; glass sliders open to the vast deck spanning the full width of the home. The stylish kitchen is beautifully appointed with a Heath tile backsplash and sleek white cabinetry; impressive finishes include oak plank floors and custom walnut detailing. Three lower-level bedrooms include an ensuite primary with a spa-like bath finished in Carrara marble, and outdoor access to a hot tub for unwinding with scenic views. Spiral stairs connect the generous upper and lower decks; arroyo rock lines the way to the terraced garden of native plantings, shaded by oak and purple acacia. Amenities include a 2-car carport with storage room, a Tesla EV charger, a laundry/storage area, and many system upgrades. Ideally situated between Highland Park and Pasadena, you're close to Arroyo Seco Park, Hermon's, Modu Cafe, Bub & Grandma's Pizza, Highly Likely, and more.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90042
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Tracy B Do · Coldwell Banker Realty
Payment estimate
$10,706
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $149,800 · Loan: $1,348,200
- Principal & Interest
- $8,284
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,560
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $562
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Today's Rates
As of Apr 23, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.23%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.58%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Los Angeles home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $52,430 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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