
Los Angeles, California 90046
This historic 1908 castle-style residence presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $1,599,000—positioned well below the $1,669,481 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $70,481 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Fair Condition Rating, the property requires modernization of aging systems but offers unique architectural character, an attached guest house, and proximity to the top-rated Wonderland Avenue Elementary School. This is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a historic Laurel Canyon project.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 8337 Lookout Mountain Avenue Subject 5 bd · 4 ba · 3,401 sqft · $491 | $1,599,000* List Price | 5 | 4 | 3,401 | $491 | - |
A 8595 Skyline Drive Sold 6 bd · 5 ba · 3,242 sqft · $589 · 0.5 mi | $1,910,412 | 6 | 5 | 3,242 | $589 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1908, this historic property retains its original 'castle' character but is significantly dated. While the structure appears well-maintained and livable, the interior finishes, windows, and likely the mechanical systems are well over 20 years old. It requires modernization of kitchens and bathrooms to meet current luxury standards, though it avoids a 'poor' rating due to its preserved architectural integrity and functional state.
Elementary School: West Hollywood Elementary School (9/10). High School: Beverly Hills High School (9/10).
This 1908 castle-style residence offers rare storybook architecture, including turret rooms and an interior bridge, capturing the authentic bohemian spirit and Hollywood history of Laurel Canyon.
The property is situated just 0.1 miles from the highly-coveted Wonderland Avenue Elementary School, a top-rated institution (9/10) that serves as a major draw for families and protects property value.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =10273, other record lot size in square feet = 8723. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3401, other record living area = 2177. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 4.
Originally built in 1908 as a hunting cabin, the home likely requires significant ongoing maintenance or modernization of aging systems to meet contemporary standards.
Despite its location in the storied Hollywood Hills, the property is noted as having no significant views, which may be a drawback for buyers expecting panoramic canyon or city vistas.
Tucked into the storied hills of Laurel Canyon, this enchanting 1908 castle-style residence offers a rare connection to the neighborhood's bohemian roots. Long before Laurel Canyon became the epicenter of the 1960s music scene, these wooded hills attracted Hollywood's earliest stars, artists and creative outsiders seeking privacy and escape. Silent-film icon Clara Bow, the original "It Girl," was among those drawn to the canyon, famously retreating to a castle-like hideaway with her beloved puppy. Built in 1908, this distinctive four-bedroom residence captures that same romantic, unconventional spirit. Originally conceived as a hunting cabin, the home unfolds with storybook details including two turret rooms and an intriguing bridge overlooking the main living space. The character is unmistakably Laurel Canyon private, atmospheric and entirely one of a kind. The property also carries a connection to the canyon's legendary musical history. Nearby Lookout Mountain became an early gathering place for musicians and creatives, with some of the area's earliest tracks developed at the Lookout Mountain Bowl, decades before Laurel Canyon would become synonymous with the music of an era. An attached guest house offers an ideal creative retreat, music studio or private workspace, while abundant parking sits beneath the canopy of a magnificent mature redwood. Set on an approximately 10,273-square-foot lot, the property offers a rare combination of space, privacy and character in one of Los Angeles' most storied neighborhoods. A true Laurel Canyon original where early Hollywood, bohemian history and the canyon's enduring creative spirit converge.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
Grades K-6 • 1.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.8 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 3,401 | 1,670.836 |
| Lot Size | 10,273 | 6,152.156 |
| Price | $1.60M | $1.34M |
| Price per sq ft | $470 | $807 |
| Built year | 1908 | 1941 |
| HOA | $0 | $238 |
| Days on market | 3 | 56 |
Nov 6, 2026
$1,599,000
Initial Listing