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2801 Belden Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068, Los Angeles, 90068 - 5 bed, 5 bath

2801 Belden Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$3,200,000
2801 Belden Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068
5Beds
5Baths
3,729Sqft
5,677Lot
Year Built
1926
Close
-
List price
$3.2M
Original List price
$3.2M
Price/Sqft
$858
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25615369
Home ConditionFair
Features
Excellent View: City Lights, Canyon, Landmark
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Canyon,Landmark

About this home

Possibly Over-Priced:The estimated price is 8% below the list price. We found 4 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $3.20M(84th), sqft - 3729(84th), beds - 5(90th), baths - 5(82th).

This gated circa 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival home with a rich historical pedigree, is one of Hollywoodland's earliest and most distinctive houses. Designed by architect Elmer Grey (known for the Beverly Hills hotel and the Huntington Art Gallery), the property rises from historic stone walls to a commanding Beachwood Canyon promontory with spellbinding views of major landmarks - Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and L.A. skyline to the ocean, in a neighborhood synonymous with the golden age of cinema and magical architecture. Notable features of the 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms property include a formal entry with original terrazzo floor and a graceful, curved staircase; well-preserved Malibu tiles throughout, vintage light fixtures and windows, and multiple patios, with a layout that harmoniously balances formal old world elegance and comfortable contemporary living. The main level has a spacious family room opening to a peaceful romantic courtyard with a wood-burning fireplace and a separate dining alcove; a formal dining room; a large kitchen with high end appliances and custom cabinetry; 3 perfectly positioned bedrooms; 2 baths and a classic powder room. Upstairs features a grand scale living room with coved ceilings and a carved stone wood-burning fireplace, opening onto a sunny patio; an exquisite original chapel/library with a 1920s Della Robbia wall fountain, original stained-glass windows and walls of built-in bookcases. The well-appointed primary bedroom with ensuite luxurious bathroom opening to a private balcony, and a walk-in closet, completes this level. Discreetly tucked below, an ideal guest studio with views has a private street entrance, a kitchenette and a bath. The verdant and tranquil setting compliments the home's architecture and embodies the California lifestyle, offering optimum indoor/outdoor entertaining possibilities and expansive views from virtually every room. Glamorous and authentic architectural details have been thoughtfully preserved. This prized location on Belden Drive, near Beachwood Village market, cafes and shops, offers a calm oasis with utmost privacy.

Nearby schools

6/10
Cheremoya Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.1mi
8/10
Valley View Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.2mi
4/10
Grant Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.5mi
4/10
Selma Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.6mi
7/10
Los Feliz STEMM Magnet
Public,•K-6•2.1mi
7/10
Gardner Street Elementary School
Public,•K-6•2.2mi
8/10
R. L. Stevenson Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.8mi
7/10
Rio Vista Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.1mi
3/10
Joseph Le Conte Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.8mi
3/10
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.4mi
6/10
Thomas Starr King Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.0mi
5/10
David Starr Jordan Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.1mi
6/10
Walter Reed Middle School
Public,•6-8•4.2mi
6/10
Hollywood Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
8/10
John Marshall Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.8mi
7/10
Fairfax Senior High School
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
7/10
Burroughs High School
Public,•9-12•3.5mi
6/10
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)
Public,•7-12•4.3mi
8/10
North Hollywood Senior High School
Public,•9-12•4.8mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/07/25
Listing
$3,200,000
Condition Rating
Fair
This circa 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival home is exceptionally well-maintained and boasts significant historical charm and preserved architectural details. The description highlights a 'large kitchen with high end appliances and custom cabinetry' and a 'luxurious bathroom' in the primary suite, suggesting recent updates in these key areas. However, images for these specific rooms are not provided. The one visible bathroom (Image 5) features blue subway tiles and a pedestal sink, which, while clean and functional, appears stylistically dated and does not align with a 'luxurious' or recently renovated aesthetic. Furthermore, the property analysis explicitly notes 'Age-Related Systems & Maintenance' as a weakness, indicating potential for ongoing updates to major systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) not detailed as modernized, and a 'Lack of Explicit Central Air Conditioning' is a significant functional drawback for a property of this caliber in Los Angeles. While the home is move-in ready and beautifully presented, the combination of its age, the visible dated elements in one bathroom, and the implied need for potential system updates due to age, places it in the 'Fair' category, signifying an aged but well-maintained property with functional major components that show signs of being outdated or requiring future attention.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Historical Significance & Architecture: A rare circa 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival home designed by renowned architect Elmer Grey, boasting a rich historical pedigree and distinctive Hollywoodland character.
Panoramic Views: Offers spellbinding, expansive views of major landmarks including the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, the L.A. skyline, and the ocean from virtually every room.
Preserved Authentic Details: Thoughtfully preserved glamorous and authentic architectural details, including original terrazzo floor, Malibu tiles, vintage fixtures, and an exquisite original chapel/library with a Della Robbia wall fountain and stained-glass windows.
Prime Location & Privacy: Situated on a prized Belden Drive promontory in Hollywoodland, offering a calm oasis with utmost privacy, yet conveniently near Beachwood Village market, cafes, and shops.
Exceptional Indoor/Outdoor Living & Guest Suite: Features multiple patios, a romantic courtyard with a wood-burning fireplace, and an ideal guest studio with private street entrance, kitchenette, and bath, enhancing lifestyle and versatility.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3729, other record living area = 3267. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 4.
Age-Related Systems & Maintenance: Built in 1926, the property's age, while contributing to its charm, may imply potential for ongoing maintenance and updates to major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC) not explicitly detailed as modernized.
Lack of Explicit Central Air Conditioning: The description does not mention a central air conditioning system, which could be a significant drawback for comfort during warmer months in Los Angeles, especially for a luxury residence.
Potential for Steep Terrain/Limited Flat Yard: Located on a 'commanding Beachwood Canyon promontory,' which, while offering views, often suggests steep access and potentially limited flat, usable yard space for extensive outdoor activities beyond the existing patios.

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