5831 Balcom Ave, Encino, CA 91316
OFF MARKET
Listed by Tamara Tambe, Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc., (818) 933-3100 . Bought with Keller Williams Realty Calabasas

5831 Balcom Ave
Encino, CA 91316

Encino
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,333 sqft

$1,192,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,325/mo*
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$1,192,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,325/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,333 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1949
Living Area
1,333 sqft
Price/Sqft
$894
Parking
1 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to 5831 Balcom Ave, nestled in the highly coveted Encino Park neighborhood. This exceptional home radiates charm and sophistication, offering unparalleled privacy both indoors and out. Step into the expansive living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace, built-ins, gleaming oak hardwood floors. The spacious kitchen overlooks a serene backdrop and boasts ample cabinet space, a pantry, and designer backsplash. The inviting primary suite is a sanctuary in itself with its walk-in closet, intimate fireplace, and direct access to the patio, it’s a space you may never want to leave. The primary en-suite bathroom is a retreat with its calming blue accents, spacious shower, abundant storage options, and a charming vanity. Additionally, two generously sized secondary bedrooms feature custom built-ins, elegant new light fixtures, and continue the hardwood flooring throughout. The peaceful backyard provides an ideal setting for both relaxation and entertainment. A sunken patio creates a perfect space for outdoor lounging and dining, complemented by a spacious grassy area ideal for outdoor games and leisure activities. Encircled by mature trees, every corner of this backyard ensures complete privacy and tranquility with plenty of room to add a pool or expand your home. The owners of this home have meticulously cared for this space over the years. Key features include fresh interior paint, convenient side-by-side laundry facilities, security cameras, updated lighting in bedrooms and living room, backyard turf, a newer sewer line, built in shelving in garage and much more.
5831 Balcom Ave, Encino, CA 91316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,333 sqft single-family home in Encino, built in 1949. It last sold for the $1,075,000 asking price on Aug 2, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,192,100, with a rent estimate of $4,473/month.

Home Details for 5831 Balcom Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1333 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Inside,In KitchenRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood BurningSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: NoneFloors: Tile, Wood
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: ConcreteFoundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Driveway Level,Garage Faces Front,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 2159024017

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,075,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 09 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Encino
School Information
High School District: Los Angeles Unified

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5759 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Submit

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SR24128047Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 818-439-3602Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-2159024017-R-N

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: 30 minutes ago
Listed by Tamara Tambe DRE #01793556, (818) 439-3602
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
Darren Shack DRE #01930725
Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
Bought with: Justin Bonney DRE #01338897, (818) 392-4884, Keller Williams Realty Calabasas
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#SR24128047

Price History for 5831 Balcom Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/02/2024$1,075,000Sold
CRMLS #SR24128047
07/10/2024$1,075,000PendingCRMLS #SR24128047
06/25/2024$1,075,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #SR24128047
04/21/1999$245,000Sold
N/A
01/03/1994$130,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Encino

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.52M
$94.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.6%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$648
$16MoM
Available listings
289
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,981
Assessment$1,075,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5831 Balcom Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5826 Jamieson Ave, Encino, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$965,000
11/19/25
3
2
1,163
5910 Alonzo Ave, Encino, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,189,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,600
17941 Emelita St, Encino, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,155,000
02/10/26
3
2
1,995
17919 Califa St, Encino, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
06/23/26
3
2
1,877
5846 Shoshone Ave, Encino, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,568
17726 Martha St, Encino, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$975,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,111
6120 Zelzah Ave, Encino, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,083,000
08/26/25
3
2
1,327
5864 Jamieson Ave, Encino, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
09/03/25
3
3
1,993
17908 Califa St, Encino, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
12/30/25
3
3
1,834

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What Locals Say about Encino

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  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say kids play outside

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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