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$2,119,234$726 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,000,000 on Jul 21, 2023

8540 LOUISE AVE

SHERWOOD FOREST, CA 91325
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,920 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.1M
$1.9M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000,000 · Jul 21, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,167 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,080,799 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,572,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$507,819
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,040,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(16)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Dearborn Elementary Charter AcademyA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Oliver Wendell Holmes SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Northridge Academy High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Los Angeles Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91325These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.541

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,342
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,877 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,378
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,396
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

8540 Louise Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Northridge 91325
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Northridge
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Among the oldest homes in Northridge

What homes are worth in Northridge 91325

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$455K$2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Northridge 91325.

How it measures up in Northridge 91325

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northridge 91325.

Estimated value$2,119,234
CheaperTypical $1,045,598Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$726
CheaperTypical $521Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area2,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,010 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 8540 Louise Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthridgeNorthridge 91325Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,119,23498% of homesalmost all homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72698% of homes95% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than2,920 ft²83% of homes81% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac86% of homes85% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than1945almost no homes2% of homes23% of homes

About 8540 Louise Ave

How much is 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA is $2,119,234 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,929,443 to $2,309,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA last sell?

8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA last sold on Jul 21, 2023 for $2,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA?

8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,920 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA built?

8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA?

8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA is assigned to Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy (elementary), rated A-; Oliver Wendell Holmes School (middle), rated A+; Northridge Academy High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Los Angeles Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA compare to other homes in Northridge 91325?

Among the 7,340 homes in Northridge 91325, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,119,234 against a typical $1,045,598), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($726 against a typical $521), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,920 ft² against a typical 2,010 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1945 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 92% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8540 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA was $25,167. The county assessed it at $2,080,799.

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