A mid-century architectural masterpiece located on prestigious Rising Glen Road. Originally built in 1954, the Honnold and Rex Architectural Research house was masterfully updated and renovated by legendary designer/builder Xorin Balbes. Published in Architectural Digest, this completely private sanctuary is just seconds from Sunset Boulevard and features an expansive indoor/outdoor floor plan opening to a resort-like pool and grounds. Clean lines elegantly define space with soaring fireplaces, light filled glass walls, luxurious bathrooms, and views of city lights. Fall in love with sophisticated Los Angeles living at its best.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Carl Gambino•DRE #01971890
•646-465-1766 (agent)
•carl.gambino@compass.com (agent)
Bought with Jason Oppenheim•DRE #01863254• The Oppenheim Group, Inc.
A mid-century architectural masterpiece located on prestigious Rising Glen Road. Originally built in 1954, the Honnold and Rex Architectural Research house was masterfully updated and renovated by legendary designer/builder Xorin Balbes. Published in Architectural Digest, this completely private sanctuary is just seconds from Sunset Boulevard and features an expansive indoor/outdoor floor plan opening to a resort-like pool and grounds. Clean lines elegantly define space with soaring fireplaces, light filled glass walls, luxurious bathrooms, and views of city lights. Fall in love with sophisticated Los Angeles living at its best.
TheMLS #19-443086
Aug 30, 2019
Sold
$4,400,000
Aug 2, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 12, 2019
Listed
$5,250,000
TheMLS #14-755545
Aug 14, 2014
Sold
$4,800,000
Aug 13, 2014
Pending
—
May 31, 2014
Price Changed
$5,250,000
May 15, 2014
Price Changed
$5,995,000
Apr 25, 2014
Listed
$6,750,000
TheMLS #12-632307
Feb 5, 2013
Sold
$4,500,000
Jan 24, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 24, 2012
Price Changed
$4,995,000
Oct 28, 2012
Listed
$5,995,000
Public Records
Sep 25, 2008
Sold
$3,250,000
Public Records
Jul 20, 2004
Sold
$1,350,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,876 (−0.6%)
$3,926,623 + $981,653
$4,908,276
2024
$58,212 (+3.8%)
$3,849,631 + $962,405
$4,812,036
2023
$56,081 (+4.9%)
$3,774,149 + $943,535
$4,717,684
2022
$53,478 (+1.2%)
$3,700,147 + $925,035
$4,625,182
2021
$52,842 (−0.9%)
$3,627,596 + $906,898
$4,534,494
2020
$53,330 (−12.9%)
$3,556,467 + $889,116
$4,445,583
2019
$61,252 (+0.2%)
$3,520,000 + $880,000
$4,400,000
2018
$61,108 (+2.2%)
$4,309,565 + $861,912
$5,171,477
2017
$59,769 (+2.3%)
$4,142,220 + $828,444
$4,970,664
2016
$58,425 (+1.5%)
$4,142,220 + $828,444
$4,970,664
2015
$57,559 (+3.8%)
$4,061,000 + $812,200
$4,873,200
2014
$55,450 (+40.5%)
$3,817,252 + $703,178
$4,520,430
2012
$39,479 (+19.6%)
$2,443,300 + $656,700
$3,100,000
2011
$33,008 (−1.7%)
$2,443,300 + $656,700
$3,100,000
2010
$33,590 (−15.8%)
$2,080,000 + $548,096
$2,628,096
2009
$39,915 (+11.3%)
$2,080,000 + $544,000
$2,624,000
2008
$35,852
$2,600,000 + $650,000
$3,250,000
Tax history for 1514 Rising Glen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,876 (−0.6%)
$3,926,623 + $981,653
$4,908,276
2024
$58,212 (+3.8%)
$3,849,631 + $962,405
$4,812,036
2023
$56,081 (+4.9%)
$3,774,149 + $943,535
$4,717,684
2022
$53,478 (+1.2%)
$3,700,147 + $925,035
$4,625,182
2021
$52,842 (−0.9%)
$3,627,596 + $906,898
$4,534,494
2020
$53,330 (−12.9%)
$3,556,467 + $889,116
$4,445,583
2019
$61,252 (+0.2%)
$3,520,000 + $880,000
$4,400,000
2018
$61,108 (+2.2%)
$4,309,565 + $861,912
$5,171,477
2017
$59,769 (+2.3%)
$4,142,220 + $828,444
$4,970,664
2016
$58,425 (+1.5%)
$4,142,220 + $828,444
$4,970,664
2015
$57,559 (+3.8%)
$4,061,000 + $812,200
$4,873,200
2014
$55,450 (+40.5%)
$3,817,252 + $703,178
$4,520,430
2012
$39,479 (+19.6%)
$2,443,300 + $656,700
$3,100,000
2011
$33,008 (−1.7%)
$2,443,300 + $656,700
$3,100,000
2010
$33,590 (−15.8%)
$2,080,000 + $548,096
$2,628,096
2009
$39,915 (+11.3%)
$2,080,000 + $544,000
$2,624,000
2008
$35,852
$2,600,000 + $650,000
$3,250,000
*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
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
3,700
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5561002004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
Apr 4, 2012 • Final
Bldg-addition
Remove a portion of the existing attached garage and driveway. Excavate and construct a new attached garage at a lower level. Add a bedroom above the garage and replace the driveway.
Addition
Mar 29, 2012 • Final
Hvac
Install a new package unit air conditioner and a forced air unit with a condenser and vent. Relocate an existing package unit air conditioner. Install new air inlets and outlets.
HVAC
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
Garage
Attached, Direct Entrance, Door Opener, 2 Car Garage
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 4
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Laundry Information
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Rooms
Family Room
Dining Area, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Office, Patio Open, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Other Room
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is
Around this home
Schools
West Hollywood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
Fairfax Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
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