LAST SOLD ON OCT 6, 2017 FOR $5,600,000

868 Birchwood Dr,
Los Angeles, CA 90024

$6,519,794

Redfin Estimate

Beds

6,167

Sq Ft

About this home

This elegant Spanish Colonial embodies Hollywood glamour at its most romantic- restored and updated to preserve its exquisite details, from cathedral beamed ceilings to wood and terra cotta floors and stained glass windows. Designed in 1932 by architect L. G. Scherer and set on a secluded street in Little Holmby overlooking the LACC, this estate was once home to actress Marlene Dietrich. The entry opens to a loggia overlooking an interior courtyard and leading to a circular 2 story foyer w/ curving staircase. Entertaining areas include a vast great room, anchored by one of 6 fireplaces and a paneled study, both w/ expansive views of golf course and grounds. Adjacent sun rm/den opens to courtyd and flows into spacious game rm. Formal dining leads to remodeled eat-in kitchen. 2nd level has 4 large bedrooms w/ views including master suite and guest rm. Grnd level w/ 3 car garage, wine cellar. Lush gardens feature paths, pond, waterfall, pool, deck, outdoor fp, bbq. An incredible value!

Listed by Jane Gavens •DRE #01468938 • Compass

•310-497-5166 (agent)

•jane.gavens@compass.com (agent)

Listed by Marc Noah •DRE #01269495 • Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Laurence Young •DRE #00999537 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert

Redfin checked: 4 minutes ago (Oct 1, 2023 at 11:58am)

•Source:TheMLS #17-236278

Property Type

Single Family, Residential Single-Family

Baths

3 full, 2 partial

HOA Dues

$8/month

Year Built

1932

Style

Spanish Colonial

Community

Westwood - Century City

Lot Size

0.53 Acres

Redfin Estimate

$6,519,794

Price/Sq.Ft.

$1,057

Buyer’s Agent Commission

2.5%

Redfin Estimate for 868 Birchwood Dr

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$6,519,794

$920K since sold in October 2017

$4,000 since September

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Home sale earnings

Est. $2.24M when you sell with Redfin

Rental earnings

Est. $17,306 per month, based on comparable rentals

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Property details for 868 Birchwood Dr

Parking

Garage

Attached, 3 Car Garage

# of Garage Spaces: 3

Parking

# of Parking Spaces (Total): 6

Interior

Virtual Tour

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Bathroom Information

# of Baths (Full): 3

# of Baths (1/2): 2

Laundry Information

Laundry Inside, Laundry Room

Additional Rooms

Dining Room

Den

Bar Room, Den, Dining Room, Dressing Area, Enclosed Glass Porch, Formal Entry Room, Great Room, Guest-Maids Quarters, Jack And Jill, Library/Study, Master Bedroom, Patio Open, Rec Room, Study/Office, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar
Maids Room

Fireplace Information

In Den, In Family Room, In Great Room, In Kitchen, In Library, Other (See Remarks)

# of Fireplaces: 6

Flooring Information

Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors

Equipment

Barbeque, Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator

Heating & Cooling

A/C

Central Heat

Exterior

Building Information

Total Floors: 2

Detached

Pool Information

In Ground Pool

In Ground Spa

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Single-Family

Lot Information

Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 22,871

Zoning: LAR1

Property Features

Has View

View: Golf Course, Mountains

Financial

Assessment Information

Assessor Parcel Number: 4359-017-010

Financial Information

Selling Office Compensation Type: %

Selling Office Compensation: 2.5

Location

HOA Information

Fee #1: $95

Fee #1 Frequency: Annually

Location Information

Directions: Wilshire to Devon to Birchwood. Birchwood is a one way street that runs parallel and between Devon and Comstock

Other

Documents & Disclosures

Disclosures: As Is

Listing Information

Selling Office Compensation: 2.5

Selling Office Compensation Type: %

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Sale and tax history for 868 Birchwood Dr

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Public facts and zoning for 868 Birchwood Dr

Beds

Baths

Sq. Ft.

6,167

Stories

—

Lot Size

0.53 Acres

Style

Single Family Residential

Year Built

1932

Year Renovated

1945

County

Los Angeles County

APN

4359017010

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 27, 2023.

Zoning

R1-1 | Permitted: Single-Family, Two-Family, Multi-Family, ADU, Commercial

Cost of home ownership

$25,093 per month

30-year fixed, 3.85% interest

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Mortgage payment$17,767

Property taxes$5,833

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Homeowners' insurance$1,493

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Schools

GreatSchools Summary Rating

9/10

Warner Avenue Elementary School

Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 0.4mi

6/10

Emerson Community Charter School

Charter, 6-8 • Serves this home • 1.2mi

5/10

University Senior High School Charter

Charter, 9-12 • Serves this home • 2.5mi

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Around this home

Transportation near 868 Birchwood Dr

44/100

Car-dependent

Walk Score®

63/100

Good transit

Transit Score®

35/100

Somewhat bikeable

Bike Score®

Places

1 grocery, 31 restaurants, 3 parks

Transit

1, 17, 2, 20, 233, 28, 4, 5, 720, 761, 8, CC 3

Climate risks

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Risk Factor

Flood Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to flood in next 30 years

Fire Factor - Minor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

Heat Factor - Major

7 days above 86° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

Wind Factor - Minimal

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

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Home values near 868 Birchwood Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
850 Birchwood Drive, Los Angeles, CA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4580 Sq. Ft.	$6,537,746
874 Birchwood Drive, Los Angeles, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3281 Sq. Ft.	$3,923,804
842 Devon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4550 Sq. Ft.	$6,185,491
875 Comstock Avenue #3B, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1699 Sq. Ft.	$1,191,538
875 Comstock Avenue #4C, Los Angeles, CA 1 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1253 Sq. Ft.	$782,211
875 Comstock Avenue #4A, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1809 Sq. Ft.	$1,313,336
875 Comstock Avenue #8F, Los Angeles, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	$864,207

Address	Redfin Estimate
854 Birchwood Drive, Los Angeles, CA 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5062 Sq. Ft.	$5,945,158
849 Birchwood Drive, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2123 Sq. Ft.	$3,788,081
834 Devon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3818 Sq. Ft.	$4,999,759
875 Comstock Avenue #3D, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2087 Sq. Ft.	$1,331,073
875 Comstock Avenue #4D, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2064 Sq. Ft.	$1,566,443
875 Comstock Avenue #5E, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$1,032,013
875 Comstock Avenue #263, Los Angeles, CA - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 209 Sq. Ft.	$197,714

Address	Redfin Estimate
860 Birchwood Drive, Los Angeles, CA 7 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4434 Sq. Ft.	$5,615,585
850 Devon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3559 Sq. Ft.	$3,946,099
875 Comstock Avenue #2B, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1699 Sq. Ft.	$1,193,606
875 Comstock Avenue #4B, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1819 Sq. Ft.	$1,084,455
875 Comstock Avenue #4E, Los Angeles, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1343 Sq. Ft.	$846,055
875 Comstock Avenue #8D, Los Angeles, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1937 Sq. Ft.	$1,304,558
875 Comstock Avenue #10A, Los Angeles, CA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1809 Sq. Ft.	$1,131,087

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