
Los Angeles, California 90004
This 1929 Zigzag Moderne estate represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $7,750,000—positioned well above the $6,595,579 Fair Market Value by -17%. Featuring a Condition Rating of 4, the property serves as a rare architectural Asset requiring significant modernization of systems and finishes. Its expansive 19,948 sq. ft. lot and historic pedigree offer immense upside for restoration. This is an ideal acquisition for Historic Preservationists or Luxury Developers seeking to restore a landmark Hancock Park masterpiece.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 191 S Hudson Avenue Subject | $7,750,000* List Price | 5 | 6 | 6,294 | $1,048 | - |
A 341 N June Sold | $6,200,000 | 5 | 6 | 6,791 | $913 | 0.4 mi |
B 138 Hudson Place Sold | $6,600,000 | 7 | 6 | 6,873 | $960 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1929, this property is a well-preserved architectural 'time capsule.' While grand and functional, the interiors—including the Saint Charles kitchen and bathrooms with pink vintage fixtures—are significantly dated and appear to have had no major renovations in over 30 years. It requires modernization of systems and cosmetic updates to meet current luxury standards.
As one of the rarest freestanding examples of Zigzag Moderne architecture in the U.S., this 1929 masterpiece offers unparalleled historical significance and Art Deco glamour that appeals to high-end collectors.
The property features a showstopping lower-level 'Safari room' with a 17-foot professional bar, movie screen, and guitar salon, providing a unique and expansive space for hosting large-scale events.
Situated on one of Hancock Park's most prestigious streets, the estate sits on a nearly 20,000 sq. ft. lot with a gated driveway and a four-car garage, offering rare privacy and space in a prime Los Angeles neighborhood.
The listing indicates the home is 'waiting for your personal touches,' suggesting that a buyer may need to commit significant additional capital to update the 1920s systems and vintage kitchen finishes.
The highly specific Zigzag Moderne motifs and period-heavy Art Deco detailing may limit the buyer pool to those specifically seeking historic preservation rather than modern, open-concept living.
A 1929 Hancock Park Masterpiece where Art Deco Gatsby-Era Glamour meets aesthetic balance between sharp, structural lines and elegant fluidity. A gated driveway leading to a four-car garage on one of Hancock Park's most prestigious streets, this circa-1929 residence is one of the rarest freestanding examples of Zigzag Moderne architecture in the United States. Long attributed to noted architect Clarence J. Smale, with building records also crediting H.G. Corwin, and later home to engineering pioneer Ralph M. Parsons. A grand two-story entrance welcomes you into a dramatic foyer with a sweeping staircase, hand-wrought iron banisters, and one-of-a-kind stained-glass windows illuminated by period sconce lighting, all set over oak flooring laid in a subtle geometric pattern. The grand living room features an Art Deco marble fireplace and oversized windows, while the formal dining room carries the era's signature zigzag motif onto its walls. Art Deco detailing throughout plus geometrical crown molding in many rooms. Solid wood Pocket doors/Parlor doors in many of the rooms. The oversized Saint Charles kitchen offers whimsically patterned counters, butlers' pantry with custom cabinetry with flannel-lined drawers specially designed for your silverware and cutlery, double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and double cooktop, breakfast nook, and adjoining junior dining room. Upstairs, you arrive on a landing leading to a palatial primary suite features a sitting room, dedicated make-up area and dressing room, and a large walk-in closet with 40 drawers and automatic closet lighting throughout. Arrive at a guest wing consisting of two additional bedrooms plus Jack N' Jill bathroom, down the hall there are two additional large-scale bedrooms with a Jack N' Jill bathroom plus a third bedroom that has an en-suite bathroom. The lower level delivers a showstopping Safari room with a 17-ft professional, stainless steel bar, guitar salon and drop-down movie screen and a place for band practice and parties in your own home. The backyard offers areas to entertain in, a decorative fountain and Romanesque statues for classic Hancock Park elegance. Featured in film and television, and conveniently located near Larchmont Village, The Grove, coffee & ice cream shops, and eateries. This is a true architectural legacy property waiting for your personal touches.
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Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.2 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 6.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 6,294 | 1,672 |
| Lot Size | 19,948 | 6,067 |
| Price | $7.75M | $1.37M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $801 |
| Built year | 1929 | 1939 |
| HOA | $0 | $348 |
| Days on market | 7 | 56 |
Jul 15, 2026
$7,750,000
Initial Listing