2372 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039, Los Angeles, 90039 - 3 bed, 2 bath

2372 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,988,000
2372 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039
3Beds
2Baths
2,153Sqft
5,563Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($2,088,349.565) is $100,349.565 (5%) higher than the list price ($1,988,000). This property may be underpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Prime Silver Lake Location: Situated in an iconic and highly sought-after pocket of Silver Lake, moments from the reservoir path, meadow, and popular cafes, offering exceptional walkability and lifestyle.
Top Cons:
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2153, other record living area = 1921. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.99M vs avg $1.59M (+$398,000)69%
Size:2,153 sqft vs avg 1,645 sqft74%
Price/sqft:$923 vs avg $1.0K36%

More Insights

Built in 1950 (75 years old).
Condition: Built in 1950, this mid-century home has been well-maintained and features a 'modernized kitchen' with updated appliances and solid surface countertops. However, the kitchen cabinetry, while clean, retains a mid-century aesthetic that may not appeal to all buyers seeking a contemporary look. The bathroom, while functional and clean, shows signs of an older renovation with dated strip lighting and tile choices, suggesting it was updated more than 15 years ago. The property analysis also notes the 'Age of Systems & Potential Updates' and a 'Lack of Dedicated Primary Ensuite Bathroom,' which are common for homes of this era that haven't undergone a full, recent renovation. Overall, it's move-in ready but requires minor updates to bring the bathrooms fully up to modern standards and potentially address older systems.
Year Built
1950
Close
-
List price
$1.99M
Original List price
$1.99M
Price/Sqft
$923
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25627739
Home ConditionFair
Features
Excellent View: Mountain(s), Reservoir
Deck
ViewMountain(s), Reservoir

About this home

Here is a gift for the Holiday Season! A mid-century gem offering scale, view, and enduring architectural character in prime Silver Lake. Sited along a coveted stretch of Kenilworth Avenue, this 1950s classic captures cinematic vistas of the Silver Lake Reservoir and the San Gabriel Mountains. Iconic mid-century lines, walls of glass, and effortless indoor-outdoor movement to the dining terrace define the home's timeless spirit. Upon entry, sweeping views immediately expand the formal living and dining room. A decorative classic brick, open corner-view fireplace grounds the space with true mid-century presence, enhanced by original soffit lighting and access to two outdoor terraces. The modernized kitchen includes generous cabinetry, abundant counter space, a breakfast area, and views of the front garden and mountains. A full bedroom with ensuite bath on this level opens to a terrace with reservoir, mountain, and treetop outlooks. A magnesite staircase, a hallmark of the era, leads to the warm and functional lower level. Here, a light-filled den with a second decorative fireplace, an original built-in desk, and a floor-to-ceiling bookcase highlights the home's architectural roots. The primary bedroom enjoys reservoir and treetop views and has direct access to the shared hall bath. A third bedroom, hallway lined with abundant built-in storage, and a spacious utility room complete this level. A substantial laundry room offers potential for creative use or a play space that opens directly to the expansive yard. The generous backyard provides room for a pool, outdoor kitchen, playground, a dedicated workspace, or full ADU. There is a spacious garage with room for storage and one large vehicle or two small cars. A special opportunity to live in an iconic pocket of Silver Lake, just moments from the reservoir path, meadow, and the neighborhood's beloved cafes and hotspots.

Condition Rating
Fair

Built in 1950, this mid-century home has been well-maintained and features a 'modernized kitchen' with updated appliances and solid surface countertops. However, the kitchen cabinetry, while clean, retains a mid-century aesthetic that may not appeal to all buyers seeking a contemporary look. The bathroom, while functional and clean, shows signs of an older renovation with dated strip lighting and tile choices, suggesting it was updated more than 15 years ago. The property analysis also notes the 'Age of Systems & Potential Updates' and a 'Lack of Dedicated Primary Ensuite Bathroom,' which are common for homes of this era that haven't undergone a full, recent renovation. Overall, it's move-in ready but requires minor updates to bring the bathrooms fully up to modern standards and potentially address older systems.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Silver Lake Location: Situated in an iconic and highly sought-after pocket of Silver Lake, moments from the reservoir path, meadow, and popular cafes, offering exceptional walkability and lifestyle.
Stunning Panoramic Views: Offers cinematic vistas of the Silver Lake Reservoir and the San Gabriel Mountains from multiple vantage points, significantly enhancing the property's appeal.
Iconic Mid-Century Architecture: A true mid-century gem from 1950, featuring iconic lines, walls of glass, original soffit lighting, and a magnesite staircase, appealing to buyers seeking architectural character.
Expansive Yard with ADU Potential: The generous backyard provides ample space for a pool, outdoor kitchen, playground, dedicated workspace, or the addition of a full Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), offering significant value-add.
Excellent Indoor-Outdoor Flow: Designed with effortless indoor-outdoor movement to multiple terraces, ideal for entertaining and enjoying the Los Angeles climate.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2153, other record living area = 1921. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
Age of Systems & Potential Updates: As a 1950s build, while charming, the property may have original systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that could require future updates or maintenance beyond the modernized kitchen.
Lack of Dedicated Primary Ensuite Bathroom: The primary bedroom shares a hall bath, which may not align with modern luxury expectations for a home in this price range and location.
Decorative Fireplaces: Both fireplaces are described as 'decorative,' implying they may not be functional for heating or would require inspection and potential conversion for use.

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