
La Canada Flintridge, California 91011
This Historically Significant Spanish Colonial Estate is listed at $6,650,000, offering exceptional stability as it aligns with its $6,633,012 Fair Market Value. Known as Wildewood Estate, the property boasts a Mint Condition Rating following a comprehensive 17-year restoration. Beyond the chef's kitchen and sweeping mountain views, the estate provides a unique financial advantage with $75,000 in annual Mills Act tax savings. Set on a 40,523 square foot lot in the elite La Canada Flintridge area, this move-in ready sanctuary is a premier legacy acquisition for discerning luxury buyers or preservation-minded families.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 4166 Woodleigh Lane Subject | $6,650,000* List Price | 5 | 5 | 4,752 | $1,396 | - |
A 4400 Oakwood Avenue Active | $6,875,000 List Price | 5 | 5 | 5,516 | $1,246 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite being built in 1926, the estate has undergone a comprehensive 17-year restoration. The kitchen and all bathrooms have been fully rebuilt with high-end finishes, including a chef's kitchen with a premium range and integrated appliances. The property is in mint condition, blending modern systems and comforts with preserved historical character, making it move-in ready with no deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 40523, living area = 4752.
As the first historically significant residence in La Canada Flintridge, the estate offers extraordinary Mills Act benefits with estimated annual property tax savings of approximately $75,000.
Designed by Ray J. Kieffer and meticulously restored over 17 years, this 1926 Spanish Colonial masterpiece features authentic period details, a grand coffered-ceiling entry, and high-end modern upgrades.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 4752, other record living area = 4461. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 6.
The property's historical designation and Mills Act status may impose strict limitations on future exterior modifications or structural expansions to maintain architectural integrity.
Despite extensive restorations, a century-old estate typically requires more specialized and frequent maintenance compared to modern luxury constructions.
Welcome to a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most architecturally significant and storied estates in La Canada Flintridge. Nestled among majestic heritage oak trees in the prestigious Flintridge enclave, Wildewood Estate is a 1926 Spanish Colonial masterpiece set on a 40,523 square foot lot, designed by architect Ray J. Kieffer. It offers both historical provenance and extraordinary Mills Act tax advantages, with estimated annual property tax savings of approximately $75,000. Believed to have been offered for sale only once in its history, this is a legacy property of uncommon distinction.Officially recognized as the First Historically Significant Residence in La Canada Flintridge, the estate holds a distinguished place in the community's architectural legacy and has been featured in leading design publications, including Homes & Gardens, which recognized it as 'one of the world's best homes' for its thoughtful blend of modern comfort and original character.Over 17 years, the current owners undertook an extraordinary restoration, preserving original details while enhancing the home for modern living. Specialized architects and skilled tradespeople ensured period-appropriate work. Improvements include a full rebuild of the kitchen and all bathrooms, a new front courtyard, expanded backyard deck, and a downstairs wine room. The former domestic help quarters above the three-car garage have been rebuilt and now serve as a private home office with a kitchenette and bath.The two-story residence showcases authentic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, with east- and west-facing patios and an inviting upstairs sitting porch. A dramatic coffered-ceiling entry with leaded-glass windows introduces interiors rich in character, including a grand living room with open-beam ceilings and fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast room, chef's kitchen with butler's pantry, and guest powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite features a fireplace, dressing room, Malibu tile bath, and large closet, alongside a secondary suite and two additional bedrooms. In total, the estate features five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths.The grounds offer sweeping views of the San Gabriel Mountains and historic Flintridge, while a drive-through driveway from two wooded lanes enhances privacy and presence.Wildewood Estate is a preserved piece of Southern California architectural history offering grandeur, romance, and enduring financial advantage through the Mills Act designation.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 4.0 | 91% |
| Baths | 5.0 | 3.0 | 89% |
| Square foot | 4,752 | 2,580.5 | 91% |
| Lot Size | 40,523 | 14,633.5 | 98% |
| Price | $6.65M | $2.41M | 97% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $1.0K | 98% |
| Built year | 1926 | 1953 | 5% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 55 | 107 | 21% |
Apr 20, 2026
$6,650,000
Initial Listing
Jul 27, 2009
$2,550,000
Public Record
Sep 29, 2006
$2,500,000
Public Record