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listing_id: CRSR26153248
status: Active
price: 800000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 1616
sqft_lot: 35545
lot_acres: 0.816
year_built: 1953
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "12229 Alta"
city: Sylmar
state: CA
zip: 91342
county: "Los Angeles County"
lat: 34.2904304
lng: -118.3770048
days_on_market: 1
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Russ Shumaker"
list_office: "Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc."
list_agent_phone: "–"
list_agent_license: 02332325
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-07-23
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Los Angeles County | Sylmar | 91342 | 12229 Alta

12229 Alta, Sylmar, CA 91342

MLS: CRSR26153248 | Status: Active | Price: $800,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
4 2 /1 1,616 0.816 1953

Remarks

Rare opportunity to own a versatile canyon retreat featuring a 2-bedroom, 1-bath main home, a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU, a studio ADU, garage, and sweeping canyon views on a nearly one acre hillside lot. Whether you're looking for multigenerational living, rental income, a creative workspace, or a private escape just minutes from Los Angeles, this property offers exceptional flexibility. Nestled in historic Kagel Canyon, one of Los Angeles County's best-kept secrets, you'll enjoy the tranquility of canyon living while remaining just minutes from major freeways and approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, and Burbank (without traffic). The Angeles National Forest is practically your backyard, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Situated on the only home along Alta Street, this property provides a rare sense of privacy while still being part of a welcoming mountain community. Dexter Park and the beloved Hideaway Bar & Grill are just up the road, making it easy to enjoy local gatherings and neighborhood charm. Wake up to red-tailed and red-shouldered hawks soaring overhead, deer grazing nearby, horses along the trails, and the occasional bobcat or peacock—an everyday reminder that you're living in one of Southern California's mos

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRSR26153248
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 1

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom
Appliances Oven - Electric
Fireplace Outside
Cooling Central Forced Air, Window/Wall Unit

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Flat, Rolled/Hot Mop, Shingle
Foundation Other
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage, Other, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District Los Angeles Unified
High School District Los Angeles Unified
Sewer Septic Tank
HOA Fee $0
Zoning LCR1

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Russ Shumaker Sheryl Lynn Johnson
Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc. Real Brokerage Technologies
License #: 02332325 License #: 01446902
Phone: – Phone: (805) 907-8270

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Brainard Elementary School public K-5 1.16 mi 9
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary School public K-5 1.82 mi 5
Sara Coughlin Elementary School public K-5 2.02 mi 6
Charles Maclay Middle School public 6-8 2.10 mi 4
Harding Street Elementary School public K-5 2.48 mi 7
Cesar E. Chavez Learning Academies-Technology Prep Academy public 9-12 2.49 mi 4
Academy of Scientific Exploration (ASE) public 9-12 2.49 mi 5
Cesar E. Chavez Learning Academies-Social Justice Humanitas Academy public 9-12 2.49 mi 5
Cesar E. Chavez Learning Academies-Arts,Theatre, Entertainment (ArTES) public 9-12 2.49 mi 7
Vista Del Valle Dual Language Academy public K-5 2.59 mi 7
Stonehurst Avenue Elementary School public K-5 2.88 mi 8
Gridley-Montanez Dual Language Academy public K-5 3.10 mi 3
Hubbard Street Elementary School public K-5 3.14 mi 4
Morningside Elementary School public K-5 3.25 mi 5
San Fernando Middle School public 6-8 3.43 mi 4
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media public 6-8 3.43 mi 3
Telfair Avenue Elementary School public K-5 3.48 mi 6
Haddon Avenue Elementary School public K-5 3.58 mi 3
Sylmar Biotech Health & Engineering Magnet public 9-12 3.82 mi 6
Evergreen Continuation School public 9-12 3.83 mi 2

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11838 Terra Bella $789,000 3 2 1,750 Active
12119 via Santa Barbara $874,900 4 2/1 1,753 Active
12101 Spring Trl $849,000 2 2 1,458 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of July 23, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Russ Shumaker.