The Gelson Residence, a. k. a Che Zippy, is a local treasure amongst the estates in Royal Oaks. You are greeted with its distinctive landscaping and circular driveway that lead to this private oasis. Spacious living areas with hardwood flooring, custom crown molding and 2 fireplaces surrounded by walls of glass windows and doors opening to the majestic private grounds create an indoor/outdoor ambiance. The formal dining room has beveled mirrors and a floating built-in buffet. There is a cozy den/tv room. The airy granite gourmet kitchen boasts top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast nook. The master suite is a true sanctuary with a cushioned bay window seat for relaxing, lots of built-ins for your storage needs, walk-in closet and a lavish bathroom. The living room, kitchen and master open to a spacious deck that has a built-in barbecue. Beyond the deck is the swimmer s pool and yard encircled by mature landscaping creating complete privacy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$980Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lynne Weiss•DRE #01129266• Coldwell Banker Realty
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
3,262
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
2283005009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026.
Jan 5, 2010 • Final
Plumbing
Install an earthquake gas shutoff valve at the gas meter.
Gas
Plumbing
Nov 21, 2008 • Final
Plumbing
Install a sewer sub-meter.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Door Opener, Off Site, Built-In Storage, Garage - Two Door
Has Parking
Interior
Laundry Information
Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Barbecue, Built-In, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Gas Cooking, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stove
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Den, Dressing Area, Formal Entry, Foyer, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Jack & Jill, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Office
Fireplace Information
Den, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Built-Ins, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Moldings, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
Pool Features: Filtered, Gunite, Heated, Heated with Gas, In Ground, Private
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 90 x 165
Lot Features: Lot-Level/Flat, Lot Shape-Irregular, Paved, Sprinklers Timer, Treed Lot, Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 2283005009
Has View
Utilities
Utilities Information
Underground Utilities
Water Source: District/Public, See Remarks
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Gutters, Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: Los Angeles Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.15034500
Longitude: -118.47611100
Other Subdivision Name: Royal Oaks
Directions: South of Venura Blvd. - West of Haskell Avenue
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Zoning: LAR1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,262
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 2283005009
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: ZIPPY wall plant on garage
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 48
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 48
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Lynne
List Agent Last Name: Weiss
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Out of Area
Buyer Agent Last Name: Out of Area
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Out of Area
Around this home
Schools
Lanai Road Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
William Mulholland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
7/10
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