Original Prairie Craftsman estate newly restored to its finest traditional grandeur in historic Lafayette Square. Extremely livable floor plan maximizes the space to include 4Bdrm and a potential attic "Man Cave"/Office/5th Bdrm option. French doors and leaded windows overlook the Redwood deck with arbor. Backyard is flanked by fairytale cottage studio. Original mahogany and hardwood floors restored. Restored double hung Redwood windows. New electrical, tankless water heater, garage bonus rm w/ loft and York Bth. New HVAC with 2 zones, drainage line on S. side of house, sprinkler system. New kitchen incl. Viking range double oven, quartz countertops, custom cabs. Blum hinges, handmade tiles from Spain. New bathrooms with Italian tiles, California Faucetry heated floors (in 2 bths), vintage details and antique fixtures. New copper plumbing. Foundation bolted. This is a showcase home in mostly gated Lafayette Square, one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
8,701 sq ftLot Size
$864Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Erik Flexner•DRE #01352476• Coldwell Banker Realty
•323-383-3950 (agent)
•erik.flexner@compass.com (agent)
Bought with Sabine Demain•DRE #01939279• Keller Williams Larchmont
THIS MAGNIFICENT ARTS & CRAFTS HOME IS LOCATED IN HISTORIC LA FAYETTE SQUARE WITH FINE ORIGINAL CRAFTSMANSHIP. BOASTING FOUR BEDROOMS AND THREE BATHS, ACCENTS OF MAHOGANY THROUGH OUT THE HOME, HARDWOOD FLOORS, BATCHELDER FIREPLACE ADORNED WITH ORIGINAL MANTLE IN THE FORMAL LIVING ROOM, DEN/FAMILY ROOM OVERLOOKING A MATURE YARD WITH HUGE JACARANDA TREE, LIVING ROOM WITH BUILT-INS AND STAINED GLASS WINDOWS, BREAKFAST ROOM FILLED WITH NATURAL LIGHT. THERE IS A CHARMING BALCONY FACING THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE. THE STAIRCASE WRAPS AROUND TO SECOND FLOOR WITH ALL FOUR BEDROOMS AND TWO FULL BATHS. DETACHED TWO CAR GARAGE WITH ADDITIONAL LOFT SPACE FOR MULTI PURPOSE USE. (HPOZ & POTENTIAL MILLS ACT TAX SAVING)
CRMLS #W08078490
Jun 29, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2008
Price Changed
$900,000
$360/sq ft
May 29, 2008
Listed
$300,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 1994
Sold
$240,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 3, 1989
Sold
$340,000
$136/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,511 (+1.2%)
$1,147,096 + $491,438
$1,638,534
2024
$19,286 (+2.0%)
$1,124,604 + $481,802
$1,606,406
2023
$18,914 (+4.9%)
$1,102,553 + $472,355
$1,574,908
2022
$18,037 (+1.3%)
$1,080,935 + $463,094
$1,544,029
2021
$17,812 (−1.0%)
$1,059,741 + $454,014
$1,513,755
2020
$17,996 (+4.2%)
$1,038,962 + $445,112
$1,484,074
2019
$17,279 (+0.5%)
$1,028,309 + $440,548
$1,468,857
2018
$17,199 (+2.2%)
$1,008,147 + $431,910
$1,440,057
2017
$16,826 (+106.5%)
$969,000 + $415,140
$1,384,140
2016
$8,148 (+1.5%)
$969,000 + $415,140
$1,384,140
2015
$8,031 (−0.4%)
$446,988 + $213,559
$660,547
2014
$8,063 (+85.4%)
$431,650 + $206,232
$637,882
2012
$4,349 (+3.0%)
$232,561 + $94,792
$327,353
2011
$4,222 (−1.2%)
$228,001 + $92,934
$320,935
2010
$4,273 (+3.8%)
$223,531 + $91,112
$314,643
2009
$4,114 (+4.3%)
$221,861 + $90,432
$312,293
2008
$3,946
$222,389 + $90,647
$313,036
Tax history for 1637 Buckingham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,511 (+1.2%)
$1,147,096 + $491,438
$1,638,534
2024
$19,286 (+2.0%)
$1,124,604 + $481,802
$1,606,406
2023
$18,914 (+4.9%)
$1,102,553 + $472,355
$1,574,908
2022
$18,037 (+1.3%)
$1,080,935 + $463,094
$1,544,029
2021
$17,812 (−1.0%)
$1,059,741 + $454,014
$1,513,755
2020
$17,996 (+4.2%)
$1,038,962 + $445,112
$1,484,074
2019
$17,279 (+0.5%)
$1,028,309 + $440,548
$1,468,857
2018
$17,199 (+2.2%)
$1,008,147 + $431,910
$1,440,057
2017
$16,826 (+106.5%)
$969,000 + $415,140
$1,384,140
2016
$8,148 (+1.5%)
$969,000 + $415,140
$1,384,140
2015
$8,031 (−0.4%)
$446,988 + $213,559
$660,547
2014
$8,063 (+85.4%)
$431,650 + $206,232
$637,882
2012
$4,349 (+3.0%)
$232,561 + $94,792
$327,353
2011
$4,222 (−1.2%)
$228,001 + $92,934
$320,935
2010
$4,273 (+3.8%)
$223,531 + $91,112
$314,643
2009
$4,114 (+4.3%)
$221,861 + $90,432
$312,293
2008
$3,946
$222,389 + $90,647
$313,036
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,641 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1915
Sq. Ft.
2,503
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5071009081
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
Jan 13, 2026 • Final
Bldg-alter/repair
Replace the roof covering on a residential building with a class A or B material. Apply a certified cool roof product as required by local fire and energy regulations.
Roofing
Nov 14, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system with a central or string inverter on a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
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
Carport, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled
Kitchen Information
Double Oven
Remodeled
Laundry Information
Laundry Area
Additional Rooms
Dining Room
Den
Basement, Breakfast Area, Center Hall, Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Powder Room, Studio
Fireplace Information
In Living Room
Flooring Information
Wood Floors
Equipment
Alarm System
Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Gravity Heat
Water Heater Features: Tankless
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 2
Attached
Security Features: Prewired for alarm system
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio Features: Deck(s)
Other Structural Features: Balcony, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,701
Zoning: LAR1
Property Features
Sprinkler System
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5071-009-081
Location
Location Information
Directions: 1-10 west exit, Crenshaw Blvd. Right on Crenshaw Blvd, left on St. Charles, right on Buckingham
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,503
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,641 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: 1915
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5071009081
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Alta Loma Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Johnnie Cochran, Jr., Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Los Angeles Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
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