3950 De Longpre Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90027, Los Angeles, 90027 - 2 bed, 1 bath

3950 De Longpre Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90027 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,875,000
3950 De Longpre Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90027
2Beds
1Bath
1,119Sqft
3,863Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Architectural Significance & Craftsmanship: A true one-of-a-kind Craftsman home designed by esteemed LA architect Kenneth Lind, inspired by iconic architecture, featuring impeccable craftsmanship and high-quality materials like solid oak, douglas fir, redwood, and handmade details throughout.
Top Cons:
Limited Bathroom Count: The property currently offers only one bathroom, which may be a constraint for some buyers, although plumbing for a potential second bathroom exists, implying additional investment for completion.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.88M vs avg $2.29M ($-413,000)34%
Size:1,119 sqft vs avg 2,455 sqft7%
Price/sqft:$1.7K vs avg $97899%

More Insights

Built in 1948 (77 years old).
Condition: This 1948 Craftsman home, while older, is presented as an architectural gem with impeccable craftsmanship and high-quality materials like solid oak and redwood, which are evident in the well-maintained hardwood floors and custom doors. The property is move-in ready with no immediate renovations required. It features modern comforts such as central heat and AC, and updated stainless steel kitchen appliances. The bathroom, though unique in its period-specific design with hand-crafted tiles, a clawfoot tub, and brass fixtures, is in pristine condition and does not appear to require updates. A newly constructed retaining wall also indicates significant structural investment. While not 'newly built' or 'extensively renovated' in a contemporary style within the last 5 years, its exceptional maintenance, quality materials, and functional modern systems place it firmly in the 'Good' category.
Year Built
1948
Close
-
List price
$1.88M
Original List price
$2M
Price/Sqft
$1,676
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PV25164034
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: City Lights, Neighborhood
Deck
Spa
ViewCity Lights,Neighborhood

About this home

Offered for the first time in almost 50 years, this is an architectural gem located in the coveted Franklin Hills of Los Feliz. A one-of-a-kind true craftsman home, this home was designed by esteemed LA architect Kenneth Lind, inspired by the iconic Gamble House and the historic works of architects Greene and Greene. This home offers privacy, views, unmatched character and impeccable craftsmanship. Upon entering you are surrounded by decades of mature growth and varieties of beautiful succulents and towering cacti. Built with the highest quality of materials in every detail, with solid oak, douglas fir, and redwood throughout. Diagonal oak hardwood floors warm the house, while handmade solid douglas fir doors with hammered bronze knobs, tie the house together. The living room is anchored by a river rock fireplace, while stained glass art fixtures and artistic tile reliefs add rich detail throughout. Natural light floods the house throughout the day. Slate stone floors welcome you into the bathroom comprised of hand-crafted tiles, a clawfoot tub, and a multi-showerhead walk-in with brass fixtures. Some additional features for modern comfort include central heat and AC. Closets lined with pristine cedar planks, storage nooks, and Elfa shelving. A second bedroom offers a large walk-in closet with plumbing for a potential second bathroom. The exterior of this magnificent home displays impressive woodworking craftsmanship, hardy board siding, and copper gutters and downspouts. Up on the chimney sits the vigilant owl, perched to keep watch over this jewel of a home. Enjoy city and sunset views from the wrap-around wooden deck, or soak in the jacuzzi under the trees. A newly constructed retaining wall, with 4-foot diameter pylons drilled 15+ feet deep into bedrock (buyer to verify details), provides structural integrity and peace of mind. The detached two car garage reflects the same level of artisanal detail as the main residence, with custom high length wood beams, both beautiful aesthetically, and structurally sound. Walkability to restaurants, night life, grocery stores and Sunset Junction. Perched high above the street for ultimate privacy, yet minutes from Griffith Observatory, The Greek Theater, Hollywood Bowl, and countless restaurants and cultural hotspots. This is a once in a generation opportunity to own an irreplaceable piece of Los Angeles history, one which could never be replicated today.

Nearby schools

5/10
Micheltorena Street Elementary School
Public,K-50.6mi
/10
Lexington Avenue Primary Center
Public,K-20.6mi
8/10
Franklin Avenue Elementary School
Public,K-60.7mi
4/10
Lockwood Avenue Elementary School
Public,K-60.8mi
7/10
Los Feliz STEMM Magnet
Public,K-60.9mi
9/10
Ivanhoe Elementary School
Public,K-51.0mi
4/10
Grant Elementary School
Public,K-62.0mi
6/10
Cheremoya Avenue Elementary School
Public,K-62.5mi
6/10
Thomas Starr King Middle School
Public,6-80.2mi
3/10
Joseph Le Conte Middle School
Public,6-82.3mi
8/10
John Marshall Senior High School
Public,9-120.7mi
6/10
Hollywood Senior High School
Public,9-123.5mi
Condition Rating
Good

This 1948 Craftsman home, while older, is presented as an architectural gem with impeccable craftsmanship and high-quality materials like solid oak and redwood, which are evident in the well-maintained hardwood floors and custom doors. The property is move-in ready with no immediate renovations required. It features modern comforts such as central heat and AC, and updated stainless steel kitchen appliances. The bathroom, though unique in its period-specific design with hand-crafted tiles, a clawfoot tub, and brass fixtures, is in pristine condition and does not appear to require updates. A newly constructed retaining wall also indicates significant structural investment. While not 'newly built' or 'extensively renovated' in a contemporary style within the last 5 years, its exceptional maintenance, quality materials, and functional modern systems place it firmly in the 'Good' category.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Architectural Significance & Craftsmanship: A true one-of-a-kind Craftsman home designed by esteemed LA architect Kenneth Lind, inspired by iconic architecture, featuring impeccable craftsmanship and high-quality materials like solid oak, douglas fir, redwood, and handmade details throughout.
Prime Los Feliz Location: Situated in the coveted Franklin Hills of Los Feliz, offering excellent walkability to restaurants, nightlife, grocery stores, Sunset Junction, and minutes from major cultural hotspots like Griffith Observatory and The Greek Theater.
Exceptional Privacy & Views: Perched high above the street for ultimate privacy, the property offers desirable city and sunset views from its wrap-around wooden deck.
Structural Integrity & Modern Comforts: Features a newly constructed retaining wall with deep pylons for enhanced structural stability and includes modern amenities such as central heat and AC.
Unique Interior Details: Showcases rich interior details including diagonal oak hardwood floors, handmade solid douglas fir doors with hammered bronze knobs, a river rock fireplace, stained glass art fixtures, and hand-crafted tiles in the bathroom.

Cons

Limited Bathroom Count: The property currently offers only one bathroom, which may be a constraint for some buyers, although plumbing for a potential second bathroom exists, implying additional investment for completion.
Age-Related System Updates: Built in 1948, while meticulously maintained, the property may require updates to major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical) that are not explicitly detailed, potentially leading to future costs.
Modest Interior Square Footage: At 1119 square feet, the interior living space is relatively compact, which might be a consideration for buyers seeking more expansive living areas, especially given the premium price point.

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