Rare uniquely special architectural gem with 4 beds and 3 baths on a sprawling grassy lot in historic Wellington Square. Soaring trees and mature landscaping. Charming curb appeal with center walkway and covered porch. Grand living room with character fireplace. Separate family room or dining room. Remodeled kitchen with center isle, abundant storage, large dining space opens to yard. Laundry and powder off kitchen. Separate office looks out to street. Upstairs features 4 beds, 2 remodeled baths, and 2 magical enclosed porches entirely surrounded by windows and sunshine. Remodeled master bath with freestanding tub and separate shower. Grassy yard with pergola, bbq area, garage. Period details such as 18 inch crown moldings, floor to ceiling doors, antique light fixtures, hardwood floors, central AC. Buyer to assume current solar panel lease (that conserves energy and costs less than electric bills). According to the West Adams Heritage Association, this home is the Drake House, originally built by The Drake Family, wholesale coffee merchants. Located on a tree lined street with beautiful architectural historic homes in a true neighborhood centrally located to everything!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,550 sq ftLot Size
$736Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sheri Bienstock•DRE #01746994• The Bienstock Group
This 1920's remodeled Prairie-Style beauty in historic Wellington Square features 4 bedroom and 3 bathrooms with Craftsman influences. Custom chef's kitchen, open floor plan with French doors that lead to an entertainer's backyard with built in BBQ on the patio. Detached 2-car garage. This bright and airy home features hardwood floors, 18 inch crown moldings, floor-to-ceiling doors, four bedrooms, two with adjacent sitting rooms plus many antique light fixtures. The huge master bath has a soaking tub and custom vanity. New bathrooms, new kitchen, two porches, grand staircase and the vintage fireplace make this newly upgraded home a gem. According to the West Adams Heritage Assoc. , this home is the Drake House; originally built by the Drake Family, wholesale coffee merchants.
TheMLS #14-752505
Oct 8, 2014
Sold
$850,000
$277/sq ft
Sep 17, 2014
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2014
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2014
Relisted
—
Jul 17, 2014
Pending
—
May 23, 2014
Price Changed
$899,000
$293/sq ft
May 14, 2014
Price Changed
$919,000
$300/sq ft
Apr 14, 2014
Listed
$949,000
$310/sq ft
THIS 1920 MEDITERRANEAN/CRAFTSMAN BEAUTY IN WELLINGTON SQUARE FEATURES FOUR BEDROOMS AND THREE BATHS, EXTRA LARGE FORMAL DINING ROOM WITH VINTAGE FIREPLACE AND ADORNED WITH 18 INCH MOLDINGS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, EIGHT SETS OF FRENCH DOORS, FORMAL DINING ROOM, DEN/OFFICE WITH BUILT-INS AND LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT. THERE IS A LARGE KITCHEN WITH FAMILY ROOM AND FRENCH DOORS LEADING TO A SPACIOUS YARD WITH WATER FEATURE AND A DETACHED TWO CAR GARAGE. THE SECOND LEVEL FEATURES FOUR BEDROOMS, TWO WITH ADJACENT SITTING ROOMS AND MASTER WITH EN-SUITE BATH. THERE IS AN ENCLOSED PORCH IN THE REAR OF THE HOUSE OVERLOOKING THE YARD. GREAT CURB APPEAL WITH A SET OF REDWOOD TREES SYMMETRICALLY PLACED. LIGHT (TLC) NEEDED TO MAKE THIS HOME SPECTACULAR.
Public Records
Feb 1, 2000
Sold
$350,000
$114/sq ft
TheMLS #99-013180
Dec 31, 1999
Delisted
—
Mar 4, 1999
Listed
*
Public Records
Nov 20, 1964
Sold
$27,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,948 (−6.9%)
$1,634,260 + $775,097
$2,409,357
2024
$27,885 (+2.0%)
$1,634,260 + $775,097
$2,409,357
2023
$27,344 (+68.2%)
$1,602,216 + $686,664
$2,288,880
2022
$16,253 (+1.3%)
$1,570,800 + $673,200
$2,244,000
2021
$16,046 (−1.0%)
$792,768 + $565,129
$1,357,897
2020
$16,210 (+4.1%)
$777,224 + $554,049
$1,331,273
2019
$15,566 (+0.5%)
$769,255 + $548,368
$1,317,623
2018
$15,492 (+2.2%)
$754,172 + $537,616
$1,291,788
2017
$15,157 (+2.4%)
$724,888 + $516,741
$1,241,629
2016
$14,806 (+42.0%)
$724,888 + $516,741
$1,241,629
2015
$10,430 (+87.1%)
$710,675 + $506,609
$1,217,284
2014
$5,575 (−1.2%)
$307,174 + $131,643
$438,817
2012
$5,642 (+3.1%)
$305,786 + $131,049
$436,835
2011
$5,472 (−1.2%)
$299,791 + $128,480
$428,271
2010
$5,536 (+3.8%)
$293,913 + $125,961
$419,874
2009
$5,331 (+4.4%)
$291,717 + $125,020
$416,737
2008
$5,108
$292,411 + $125,318
$417,729
Tax history for 1927 Buckingham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,948 (−6.9%)
$1,634,260 + $775,097
$2,409,357
2024
$27,885 (+2.0%)
$1,634,260 + $775,097
$2,409,357
2023
$27,344 (+68.2%)
$1,602,216 + $686,664
$2,288,880
2022
$16,253 (+1.3%)
$1,570,800 + $673,200
$2,244,000
2021
$16,046 (−1.0%)
$792,768 + $565,129
$1,357,897
2020
$16,210 (+4.1%)
$777,224 + $554,049
$1,331,273
2019
$15,566 (+0.5%)
$769,255 + $548,368
$1,317,623
2018
$15,492 (+2.2%)
$754,172 + $537,616
$1,291,788
2017
$15,157 (+2.4%)
$724,888 + $516,741
$1,241,629
2016
$14,806 (+42.0%)
$724,888 + $516,741
$1,241,629
2015
$10,430 (+87.1%)
$710,675 + $506,609
$1,217,284
2014
$5,575 (−1.2%)
$307,174 + $131,643
$438,817
2012
$5,642 (+3.1%)
$305,786 + $131,049
$436,835
2011
$5,472 (−1.2%)
$299,791 + $128,480
$428,271
2010
$5,536 (+3.8%)
$293,913 + $125,961
$419,874
2009
$5,331 (+4.4%)
$291,717 + $125,020
$416,737
2008
$5,108
$292,411 + $125,318
$417,729
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,550
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
3,064
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5061008017
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Pool
Last updated by owner on Jun 4, 2026.
Dec 6, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Repair or replace a garbage disposal.
Plumbing
Dec 6, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Install electrical vehicle chargers in a single-family home.
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage
2 Car Garage, Garage Is Detached, Driveway Gate, Driveway - Concrete
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Laundry Information
Laundry Area
Additional Rooms
Dining Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Room
Family Room
Sun Room, Study/Office, Living Room, Family Room, Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Powder Room, Patio Covered
Directions: South of Washington Blvd. and East of West Blvd.
Cross Streets: Washington Blvd. and West Blvd.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,064
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,550 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5061008017
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 4, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
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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 • 0.6mi
3/10
Los Angeles Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
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