Spanish Revival residence in historic Lafayette Square, set on a premier lot of over 12,000 sq ft with more than 4,000 sq ft of living space. This elegant home offers 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, including a stunning, fully permitted 1-bedroom ADU. A gracious formal entry opens to a sweeping staircase, with arched openings, coved ceilings, original hardwood floors, and updated systems including new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and roof. The library/office features French doors and a convenient private entry from the driveway. The grand living room is anchored by a fireplace and detailed with original crown molding. A spacious formal dining room opens to a charming portico, ideal for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with top-tier stainless appliances and Carrara marble countertops, with an adjacent breakfast room that opens through French doors to a serene covered lanai overlooking the expansive backyard and heated pool. Two en-suite bedrooms are located on the first floor, with three total En-suites throughout. The primary suite includes a unique dressing alcove and fireplace, plus access to a rear-facing balcony with views of the pool and yard. The ADU spans over 600 sq ft, offering a full kitchen, living area, and quiet bedroom retreat. A rare opportunity in the heart of Lafayette Square, a designated HPOZ.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$798Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Nick Mercado•DRE #01348465• Sotheby's International Realty
•323-896-9955 (agent)
•nick@nickmercado.com (agent)
Listed by Brian V Moore•DRE #01220178• Sotheby's International Realty
Sold prior to processing. Entry to MLS is for comparable sales reporting purposes. Restored and upgraded La Fayette Square Spanish Revival, with pool, on expansive 12,000 + sq ft lot. Entry with formal staircase, refinished hardwood floors throughout, classic original details (coved ceilings, arches, wood trim, French doors, etc. ). Living room fireplace mantel upgraded and mahogany woodwork stripped of paint and restored. New systems include rewired electrical, new copper plumbing, new HVAC. Kitchen upgraded with new cabinetry, Carrera marble countertops, glass tile backsplash, counter depth refrigerator, farmhouse sink and Ilve cobalt blue stove and hood. Renovated master bathroom with Carrera marble tile, frameless shower enclosure and freestanding tub. Pool replastered. New paint interior and exterior of home; new roof; foundation upgrade. Work done with permits and clearances from La Fayette Square HPOZ historical district.
TheMLS #16-128898
Jul 11, 2016
Sold
$1,261,000
$314/sq ft
Jun 28, 2016
Pending
—
May 25, 2016
Listed
$1,349,000
$336/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 30, 1972
Sold
$44,500
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,557 (+1.1%)
$1,697,932 + $483,910
$2,181,842
2024
$26,260 (+2.0%)
$1,697,932 + $483,910
$2,181,842
2023
$25,754 (+4.9%)
$1,664,640 + $474,422
$2,139,062
2022
$24,561 (−8.3%)
$1,632,000 + $465,120
$2,097,120
2021
$26,789 (+68.3%)
$1,600,000 + $456,000
$2,056,000
2020
$15,916 (−28.6%)
$1,393,862 + $844,656
$2,238,518
2019
$22,299 (+0.6%)
$1,379,570 + $835,996
$2,215,566
2018
$22,173 (+43.4%)
$1,352,520 + $509,796
$1,862,316
2017
$15,464 (+958.5%)
$1,008,800 + $252,200
$1,261,000
2016
$1,461 (+1.2%)
$1,008,800 + $252,200
$1,261,000
2015
$1,444 (−1.2%)
$36,634 + $62,109
$98,743
2014
$1,461 (−0.8%)
$35,378 + $59,979
$95,357
2012
$1,472 (+1.4%)
$35,219 + $59,708
$94,927
2011
$1,452 (−1.1%)
$34,529 + $58,538
$93,067
2010
$1,469 (+3.8%)
$33,852 + $57,391
$91,243
2009
$1,414 (+3.4%)
$33,599 + $56,963
$90,562
2008
$1,368
$33,679 + $57,099
$90,778
Tax history for 1709 Buckingham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,557 (+1.1%)
$1,697,932 + $483,910
$2,181,842
2024
$26,260 (+2.0%)
$1,697,932 + $483,910
$2,181,842
2023
$25,754 (+4.9%)
$1,664,640 + $474,422
$2,139,062
2022
$24,561 (−8.3%)
$1,632,000 + $465,120
$2,097,120
2021
$26,789 (+68.3%)
$1,600,000 + $456,000
$2,056,000
2020
$15,916 (−28.6%)
$1,393,862 + $844,656
$2,238,518
2019
$22,299 (+0.6%)
$1,379,570 + $835,996
$2,215,566
2018
$22,173 (+43.4%)
$1,352,520 + $509,796
$1,862,316
2017
$15,464 (+958.5%)
$1,008,800 + $252,200
$1,261,000
2016
$1,461 (+1.2%)
$1,008,800 + $252,200
$1,261,000
2015
$1,444 (−1.2%)
$36,634 + $62,109
$98,743
2014
$1,461 (−0.8%)
$35,378 + $59,979
$95,357
2012
$1,472 (+1.4%)
$35,219 + $59,708
$94,927
2011
$1,452 (−1.1%)
$34,529 + $58,538
$93,067
2010
$1,469 (+3.8%)
$33,852 + $57,391
$91,243
2009
$1,414 (+3.4%)
$33,599 + $56,963
$90,562
2008
$1,368
$33,679 + $57,099
$90,778
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
3,428
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5071010025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 30, 2026.
Feb 27, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Replace an existing dishwasher with a new unit of the same size.
Plumbing
Dec 18, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Install an electric vehicle charger.
Electrical
Ev charger
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.
Other Structural Features: Historical, Balcony, French Doors
Pool Information
Gunite Pool, Heated Pool, Solar Heated Pool
Property Information
Land Lease Type: Fee
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Land Information
Other Structures: GuestHouse
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,035
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2763
Lot Size Dimensions: 83 x 140
Zoning: LAR1
Property Features
Sprinkler System, Front Sprinklers, Rear Sprinklers
Has View
View: Walk Street
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5071-010-025
Tax Information
No Mello-Roos Tax
Location
Location Information
Directions: La Fayette Sq Between Washington /Venice at St Charles.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,428
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5071010025
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 30, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is
Listing Information
Possession: Negotiate
Co Selling Agent Information
First Name: Emma
Last Name: Baker
License #: 02013676
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Schools
Alta Loma Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Johnnie Cochran, Jr., Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Los Angeles Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
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