
Studio City, California 91604
This Architecturally Significant Residence is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $2,495,000—positioned above the $2,259,872 Fair Market Value by 10%. While priced at a premium, the home features an Excellent Condition Rating and rare R.M. Schindler design with a Barbara Bestor-designed studio. Boasting Panoramic Valley Views and proximity to Top-Rated Schools like Warner Avenue Elementary, it offers a unique lifestyle for the discerning buyer. This property is an ideal acquisition for Architectural Collectors or Owner-Occupants seeking a historic, move-in ready creative sanctuary.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3624 Buena Park Drive Subject | $2,495,000* List Price | 3 | 3 | 1,964 | $1,151 | - |
A 3688 Buena Park Drive Sold | $2,424,030 | 4 | 3 | 2,108 | $1,150 | 0.1 mi |
B 3714 Vantage Avenue Sold | $1,903,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,800 | $1,057 | 0.3 mi |
C 11534 Laurelcrest Drive Sold | $2,100,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,209 | $951 | 0.4 mi |
D 4323 Irvine Avenue Sold | $1,810,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,742 | $1,039 | 0.8 mi |
E 11518 Dona Dorotea Drive Sold | $2,300,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,140 | $1,075 | 0.8 mi |
F 12052 Laurel Terrace Drive Active | $1,895,000 List Price | 3 | 3 | 1,920 | $987 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Despite being built in 1946, this historic Schindler home is exceptionally well-maintained and move-in ready. While the kitchen and bathrooms feature dated/original fixtures, the overall structural integrity, preserved custom built-ins, and the modern Barbara Bestor studio conversion elevate it above a 'fair' rating.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 8132, living area = 1964.
Elementary School: Warner Avenue Elementary School (9/10).
Designed by R.M. Schindler with a studio by Barbara Bestor, this historically significant home features original built-ins and custom details that offer immense value to architectural collectors.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1964, other record living area = 1564.
The conversion of the original carport into a creative studio may leave the property without traditional covered parking, which could be a concern for some buyers.
The multi-level layout and 'above the street' siting require navigating stairs to reach the main living areas, potentially posing a challenge for those with mobility concerns.
The Roxy Roth House, 1946. R.M. Schindler, Architect. Commissioned by a screenwriter and actor, the Roxy Roth House has been cared for by only four owners across nearly eight decades, all creatives themselves. Critic Reyner Banham observed that Schindler "designed as if there had never been houses before," a sentiment fully realized here in the inventive choreography of light, space, and privacy. Living here feels less like inhabiting a traditional house and more like inhabiting a work of art. Sited above the street at the end of a cul-de-sac, the residence offers both seclusion and sweeping, cinematic views across the San Fernando Valley. An understated entry leads to a generous first-floor bedroom before ascending into the main living level, where light pours in from three directions by day, and creative interior lighting brings sculptural warmth by night. Space unfolds gently, with shifting planes of light dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. The main floor's living and dining area centers on a massive picture window framing the valley panorama. The room is flanked by Schindler's original built-ins, functional alcoves and hidden storage. The primary suite includes more whimsical touches - a built-in reading light and a folding screen that when opened allows a window into the living room and beyond to the unique valley view. Throughout, Schindler's custom details remain intact, anchoring the home firmly in its architectural lineage. Another defining feature is the approximately 400 sq. ft. writers' studio/office, once the carport and later transformed by architect Barbara Bestor. Lined with a series of dramatic clerestory windows, the space is an inspiring environment for writing, art, or remote work. Outside, native landscaping surrounds the property, while a hillside fire pit and seating area above the house provide sunset views over the valley. Despite its tranquil setting, the location remains convenient, with Carpenter Elementary and Ventura Boulevard just a short walk away. Features: 3 bedrooms; 3 en-suite bathrooms; fireplace; original Schindler built-ins; expansive yard; panoramic views; separate 400 sq. ft. studio/office.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.7 mi
Grades K-5 • 2.2 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 4.0 | 44% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 4.0 | 49% |
| Square foot | 1,964 | 2,583 | 23% |
| Lot Size | 8,132 | 8,830 | 42% |
| Price | $2.50M | $2.23M | 61% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.3K | $902 | 91% |
| Built year | 1946 | 1957 | 25% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 25 | 145 | 1% |
May 12, 2026
$2,495,000
Initial Listing
Jul 2, 2018
$2,000,000
Public Record
Apr 26, 2007
$1,525,000
Public Record
May 28, 1999
$480,000
Public Record