
Los Angeles, California 90291
PLANS AND PERMITS are READY TO ISSUE "RTI" on this exceptionally rare architectural compound in the heart of Venice Beach near Abbot Kinney, designed by internationally acclaimed Belgium architect Julien De Smedt. This is his first and only permitted structure in North America. De Smedt is currently designing the new European Parliament in Brussels and is the recipient of numerous prestigious architectural honors. A zoning variance permits a 2,315 sqft (not including decks), tri-level NYC-style townhouse without a large lot or HOA. Ultra-private and secure, the residence is moments from the Venice Canals, the surf break and some of the neighborhood's most loved dining and hospitality destinations, including HUME, Lighthouse Creative, Menotti's, Market, Great White, Kassi, RVR, The Tasting Kitchen, Force of Nature, Dudley Market, Gjelina and Venice West. The neighborhood's hospitality landscape continues to evolve with the forthcoming Soho House Venice, announced for spring 2027, as well as Petite Ermitage and Hotel Gjelina. The design features a dramatic glazed-arch atrium, 8-9-ft ceilings, 50 linear ft of floor-to-ceiling sliding glass, flexible guest suite/home office, beach mudroom with board/dog rinse station, laundry, and 2 gated parking spaces with ability to convert to ADU. Elevated third-floor and rooftop levels capture rare Santa Monica Mountain views, while the approximately 649-sq-ft rooftop offers 360-degree views spanning the San Gabriel Mountains, Topanga Canyon and the Pacific Ocean. Planned amenities include Gaggenau appliances and a temperature-controlled rooftop plunge pool. An extraordinary opportunity to realize a world-class architectural residence just moments from the beach and Venice's iconic lifestyle.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1926, this property is being marketed as a development opportunity with 'plans and permits ready to issue.' The value lies in the land and the architectural design for a new structure, as the existing building is over 50 years old and slated for replacement.
Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Julien De Smedt, this project offers a rare opportunity to own his first and only permitted residential structure in North America.
The property is sold with 'Ready to Issue' plans and permits, allowing the buyer to bypass years of bureaucratic hurdles and immediately begin construction in a highly regulated area.
Located in the heart of Venice near Abbot Kinney, the design features a 600-sq-ft rooftop deck providing 360-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Mountains.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2315, other record living area = 544. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 1085, living area = 2315.
The listing is for a development opportunity rather than a finished home, requiring the buyer to manage and fund a complex, high-end construction project.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,315 | 1,675.469 |
| Lot Size | 1,085 | 6,126.393 |
| Price | $1.40M | $1.34M |
| Price per sq ft | $605 | $800 |
| Built year | 1926 | 1941 |
| HOA | $0 | $262 |
| Days on market | 44 | 56 |
Sep 10, 2026
$1,400,000
Initial Listing
Jun 23, 2017
$725,000
Public Record
Mar 2, 2017
$325,000
Public Record
Mar 10, 2004
$150,000
Public Record