2501 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039, Los Angeles, 90039 - 3 bed, 3 bath

2501 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$2,395,000$1,930/sqft
Est. Value: $2,224,490
-7%
AboveEstimate
2501 Kenilworth Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90039
3Beds
3Baths
1,930Sqft
5,023Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($2,224,489.79) is $170,510.21 (7%) lower than the list price ($2,395,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Architectural Charm & Integrity: This Spanish Revival home, built in 1929, boasts character-rich details such as grand 12-foot beamed ceilings, original wood floors with inlay, and beautifully preserved built-ins, offering a unique sense of history and craftsmanship.
Top Cons:
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1930, other record living area = 1644.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$2.40M vs avg $1.50M (+$895,000)86%
Size:1,930 sqft vs avg 1,600 sqft67%
Price/sqft:$1.2K vs avg $1.0K79%

More Insights

Built in 1929 (97 years old).
Condition: This 1929 Spanish Revival home is in excellent, move-in ready condition, blending original charm with significant modern updates. The kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets, and charming tilework, while the primary bathroom is meticulously renovated with contemporary fixtures and finishes. Other areas, including original wood floors, are well-maintained. While not every component is 'virtually new' (e.g., one bathroom has older-style tile, and central AC is absent), the extensive and high-quality renovations to key areas, coupled with overall excellent upkeep, align perfectly with the 'Good' rating criteria.
Year Built
1929
Close
-
List price
$2.4M
Original List price
$2.4M
Price/Sqft
$1,241
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
26636647
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: City Lights, Hills
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Hills

About this home

Character-rich Spanish Revival circa 1929 in the coveted Moreno Highlands, set privately and elevated from the street behind a serene garden. Enter through the front gate into a lush courtyard brimming with trumpet vines and a peaceful shade tree. A quintessential Spanish residence, the living room features grand 12-foot beamed ceilings, warm original wood floors with inlay, and beautifully preserved built-ins. Sunlight pours through French casement windows, framing verdant garden views and bathing the space in a soft, inviting glow. Original architectural details throughout give the home an undeniable sense of history and craftsmanship. A gracious formal dining room overlooks the living space and flows seamlessly into the updated chef's kitchen, outfitted with modern appliances, charming tilework, and a generous island ideal for cooking, gathering, and entertaining. The home unfolds gracefully, with bedrooms curving around both sides of the residence for privacy and ease of living. The primary suite offers a meticulously renovated bathroom and a wall of custom built-in closets. A front bedroom with en-suite bath enjoys verdant views and built-in cabinetry, while a third en-suite bedroom off the kitchen feels wonderfully tucked away; perfect as a guest suite or home office. A spacious den opens directly to the terraced backyard, where a large grassy lawn and tiled patios create a magical setting for outdoor dining, play, and quiet evenings under the trees. A two-car garage completes the property. Perfectly positioned in one of Silver Lake's most desirable pockets, just moments from the Reservoir, Whole Foods, L&E Oyster Bar, Botanica, Edendale, Silver Lake Yoga, Lamill Coffee, and all the best the neighborhood has to offer. Located in Ivanhoe School district. This is a truly special home where classic Spanish charm meets effortless modern living.

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Laura Martinez
Listing Agent

Price History

Date
Event
Price
07/15/22
Sold
$2,348,000
07/14/09
Sold
$1,010,000
06/30/04
Sold
$852,500
Condition Rating
Good

This 1929 Spanish Revival home is in excellent, move-in ready condition, blending original charm with significant modern updates. The kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets, and charming tilework, while the primary bathroom is meticulously renovated with contemporary fixtures and finishes. Other areas, including original wood floors, are well-maintained. While not every component is 'virtually new' (e.g., one bathroom has older-style tile, and central AC is absent), the extensive and high-quality renovations to key areas, coupled with overall excellent upkeep, align perfectly with the 'Good' rating criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Architectural Charm & Integrity: This Spanish Revival home, built in 1929, boasts character-rich details such as grand 12-foot beamed ceilings, original wood floors with inlay, and beautifully preserved built-ins, offering a unique sense of history and craftsmanship.
Prime Location & Desirable Neighborhood: Perfectly positioned in the coveted Moreno Highlands of Silver Lake, the property is moments from the Reservoir, Whole Foods, popular restaurants (L&E Oyster Bar, Botanica, Edendale), and is within the highly-regarded Ivanhoe School district.
Updated Interior & Functional Layout: The home features an updated chef's kitchen with modern appliances and a generous island, meticulously renovated bathrooms, and a thoughtful layout with en-suite bedrooms providing privacy and ease of living.
Exceptional Outdoor Living & Privacy: Set privately behind a serene garden and lush courtyard, the property offers a terraced backyard with a large grassy lawn and tiled patios, creating a magical setting for outdoor dining, play, and quiet evenings.
Natural Light & Views: Sunlight pours through French casement windows, framing verdant garden views, and the property also benefits from desirable city lights and hills views, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1930, other record living area = 1644.
Age-Related Maintenance Considerations: While beautifully preserved, a 1929-built home may present ongoing maintenance requirements typical of historic properties, potentially involving specialized care or future updates to unseen systems like plumbing or electrical, not explicitly detailed as fully modernized.
Absence of Central Air Conditioning: The property description does not mention a central cooling system, which could be a significant comfort factor during Los Angeles's warmer months and may require a future investment for installation.
Modest Lot Size: At 5023 sqft, the lot size, while efficiently utilized with a terraced backyard, might be considered modest for a single-family home in a prime Silver Lake location, potentially limiting extensive expansion or additional outdoor amenities.
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