3230 Castera Ave, Glendale, CA, 91208
About This Home
Montecito Park home in the Sparr Heights tract, in a lovely, flat, walkable part of the neighborhood. This charming Spanish-style residence is on a quiet, gorgeous street. It has a cozy front porch and a sparkling pool and spa to enjoy! A waterfall feature provides a wonderful visual and sound experience. The nicely landscaped front yard features native plants. Mature vegetation and a magnificent oak tree in the back corner create a lovely rear yard space. There is grass for the kids and pets, and room to expand. The house has a multitude of original details, including hardwood floors, bookcase niches, and period tile in the bathroom. Tile roof. The driveway has been done with paver stones. There is a detached two-car garage, with a popped-out shed on the back of it for a workspace or storage. Additional sheds and a small basement are also part of the charm and they provide abundant, practical tool storage spaces and work areas. The house has been updated with a tankless water heater, copper plumbing, and updated drainage and sewer pipes. You can enjoy this house just the way it is or add your dream home touches or additions. The lot is essentially level, with a very gentle slope toward the back, all usable. Air conditioning and central heat will keep you comfortable and the new double-paned windows all around will keep the cool air in! Very close to Fremont Elementary and in the acclaimed middle and high schools this part of Glendale is known for. Montecito Park a premium neighborhood close to the shopping and restaurants of this charming part of Glendale. Great schools, beautiful surroundings with walkable streets and nearby conveniences.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Termite Clearance
- Year built: 1934
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Quake Bracing
- Roof: Spanish Tile
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Utility
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- All Bedrooms Down,Galley Kitchen,Workshop
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl,Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,378 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Galley Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5613019037
- Zoning: R1
- Special condition: Trust
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered,Gunite,Gas Heat,Heated,In Ground,Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gunite,In Ground,Private
- Fencing: Block,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 7,061 sqft
- Features: 6-10 Units/Acre,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 7,051
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Single,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Side By Side,Workshop in Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Los Angeles County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,331 | $87,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $202 | $2,424 |
| Property Taxes | $1,365 | $16,380 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $9,296 | $111,552 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Contingent | $1,450,000 |
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
| 1996-01-12 | Sold | $254,000 |
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