Adorable Sherman Oaks Home with Bonus Rec Room!Welcome to this charming Sherman Oaks residence offering almost 2,000 square feet of comfortable living space, plus an additional approx. 850 sq ft of permitted rec room above the 3-car garage perfect as a rec room, guest suite, or home office. This bonus space has been nicely updated and includes a living room with fireplace, kitchen, dishwasher, built-in refrigerator, and a separate bedroom, a full bath and a cozy balcony.The main house features a wonderful living room with wood floors, gorgeous beamed cathedral ceilings, and a cozy brick fireplace. Enjoy a separate dining area, a bright kitchen with tons of counter and cabinet space, a quaint breakfast area, and a large laundry room with abundant storage. A spacious family room offers a second brick fireplace and custom built-in cabinetry ideal for relaxing or entertaining. There are two spacious bedrooms, two upgraded full bathrooms, and a convenient half bath off the kitchen. Next to the living room is a good sized den. The den could make a nice 3rd bedroom if you so desire or currently used as an office.The front yard has an adorable picket fence. The rear yard offers a great brick patio with raised flowerbeds, large storage shed perfect for outdoor enjoyment and privacy.This adorable home blends character, comfort, and functionality in one of the Valley's most desirable neighborhoods called Chandler Estates. Close proximity to the 405, the 170, the 101, the Sherman Oaks/ Van Nuys park, Trader Joes, NoHo West, and Fashion Square Mall.When you enter this property you feel at peace. Its hard to explain but you can feel the love that the current family has infused into this home! There are alot more homes on the market now but none like this!
Sold for $1,530,000 on 09/16/25
$1,530,000
5500 Colbath Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91401
3beds
2,800sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
7,213.54 Square Feet Lot
$1,529,400 Zestimate®
$546/sqft
$5,916 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 18, 2025 at 10:26pm
Listed by:
Blayne Pacelli DRE # 01364537 310-383-6281,
Rodeo Realty 818-761-7222
Bought with:
Andrew Manning, DRE # 00941825
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25566469

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal
- Laundry: Laundry Area, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - 3 Car, Garage Is Detached
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 7,213 sqft
- Dimensions: 54 x 135
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 2247005018
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated
Location
- Region: Van Nuys
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Estimated market value
$1,529,400