Welcome to this charming Lake Balboa gem — a classic single story 3-bedroom (currently configured as a 2-bedroom), 2-bath home offering 1,234 square feet of living space on a generous 6,002 square foot lot. This gated property boasts a grassy front yard, large rear yard and a detached garage with fully approved plans for an ADU, ready for the new owner to build and maximize the value!
Mid-century design touches blend beautifully with modern upgrades throughout the home. The updated kitchen features stone countertops, a spacious island, and stainless steel appliances — perfect for cooking and entertaining. The cozy living room is centered around a stunning wood-burning fireplace, ideal for creating warm memories, especially during the holidays.
The primary suite and secondary bedroom have been combined to create a sprawling en-suite retreat, offering plenty of space and comfort. Notable system upgrades include a newer presidential-style roof, newer sewer line under the home and out to the street, copper plumbing, central AC/heating, recessed lights, tankless water heater, a convenient service porch off the kitchen with laundry and energy-efficient Milgard dual-pane windows installed in 2019.
Step into the backyard and discover the large parcel with synthetic grass, open space, possible RV access, ample parking and plenty of room to entertain or expand. You’ll also enjoy a bountiful avocado tree along with lime and orange trees — perfect for year-round enjoyment.
All of this in a prime Lake Balboa location, just steps to Saticoy Plaza (featuring Starbucks, Ralphs, Panda Express, El Pollo Loco, The Chop Shop BBQ and Chase Bank), local favorite Humble Bee Cafe, and just a short drive to Lake Balboa Park, the Japanese Garden, Multiple Parks, Encino Farmers Market, Golf courses, Tennis Courts, Archery, the Metro, Ventura Blvd, the 101 and the 405 This home is full of potential, pride of ownership, and possibilities. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Lonnie Mintz DRE #01251366 818-298-1108,
Rodeo Realty
$865,000
7517 Louise Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406
3beds
1,234sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,002 Square Feet Lot
$878,500 Zestimate®
$701/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceLarge rear yardLime and orange treesSprawling en-suite retreatAmple parkingPossible rv accessSpacious island
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Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 11:42am
Listing Provided by:
Lonnie Mintz DRE #01251366 818-298-1108,
Rodeo Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SR25160244
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,234 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,002 Square Feet
- Features: Near Park, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 2202010010
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
Location
- Region: Van Nuys
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $701/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $826,200
- Annual tax amount: $10,188
- Date on market: 7/26/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
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