5708 Gentry Avenue, Valley Village, California 91607, Valley Village, 91607 - 6 bed, 6 bath
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Valley Village, California 91607
Analysis of 5708 Gentry Avenue, Valley Village, California 91607 is currently available with a list price of $5,200,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Valley Village Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
This 1946-built multi-structure compound requires substantial rehabilitation and modernization. While historically significant, one structure is currently stripped to the studs, and the primary buildings have functioned as industrial workshops for over 40 years. The property lacks modern residential kitchen and bathroom finishes, and the overall condition necessitates significant capital investment to convert the creative campus into a standard living environment.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 31688, living area = 6951.
Spanning nearly 3/4 of an acre across two legal parcels, this rare compound features two single-family homes, a casita, and multiple creative workshops, offering unmatched flexibility for owner-users or developers.
Formerly the site of a world-renowned costume house serving icons like Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga, the property offers a unique 'Hollywood creative campus' pedigree that is highly desirable for the entertainment industry.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =31688, other record lot size in square feet = 24179. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 6951, other record living area = 1819. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 6, other record bedroom count = 3.
The rear of the property borders CalTrans land near the 170 Freeway exit, which may result in increased ambient noise and potential environmental considerations for residential use.
With one structure currently stripped to the studs and others serving as industrial workshops for decades, buyers should anticipate substantial capital investment for modernization and reconfiguration.
Don't miss this once in a generation opportunity to own an historic Hollywood creative campus on nearly 3/4 of an acre in prime Valley Village. For over 40 years the property has served as the location of J&M Costumers, a custom costume house serving the film, television, and music industries worldwide. The company has worked with a wide variety of productions and artists including Natalie Cole, Michael Jackson, Tom Cruise, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny, making the site a longstanding creative hub in the entertainment industry. Spanning 2 legal parcels totaling more than 30,000 square feet, the property offers an incredibly rare combination of residential, creative, storage, and parking uses. The campus includes 2 single-family homes, a casita, a two-story shop, a large outbuilding, multiple storage areas, a swimming pool, and parking for 10+ vehicles, including space for recreational vehicles. Tucked behind fencing and gates on a quiet Valley Village street, the property delivers privacy, flexibility, and scale that are difficult to replicate. 5708 Gentry Ave features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence of approximately 1,819 square feet on a 24,186 square foot lot. Additional improvements include an approximately 1,350 square foot sewing shop, an approximately 1,760 square foot two-story craft shop, and an approximately 420 square foot casita. 5716 Gentry Ave features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence of approximately 1,602 square feet on a 7,502 square foot lot. An additional structure at the front of the property has been taken down to the studs and may offer an opportunity for future improvement or reconfiguration, subject to buyer investigation and verification with the appropriate authorities. The rear of the property borders CalTrans land near the Burbank exit of the 170 Freeway. Buyers should independently investigate any potential access, use, or development possibilities. A truly unique offering for owner-users, creatives, investors, or developers seeking a legacy property with exceptional versatility and history.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.0 | 96% |
| Baths | 6.0 | 3.0 | 94% |
| Square foot | 6,951 | 1,956 | 98% |
| Lot Size | 31,688 | 7,337 | 98% |
| Price | $5.20M | $1.50M | 98% |
| Price per sq ft | $748 | $783 | 40% |
| Built year | 1946 | 1947 | 48% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 38 | 146 | 2% |
Mar 15, 2026
$5,200,000
Initial Listing