Evoking an enchanting Italian villa, this rare hillside retreat is four short blocks to the beach on Playa's quiet northwest Hill. Enter this secret sanctuary behind wrought iron gates and ivy-covered walls to a blissful compound surrounded by fragrant orange, lemon and lime trees, mature avocado and kumquat trees, towering cypress and expansive patios of reclaimed brick designed for entertaining in grand style. Inside, the gracious main living space features oak hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, and charming bow bay window overlooking the front garden. Elegant formal dining room w/ vintage crystal chandelier, crown moldings & bar niche. Spacious granite kitchen w/ colorful artisan tile backsplash, French doors to the patio & butler's pantry opening to inviting glass-walled sunroom overlooking the green hills of Playa. Two comfortable bedrooms and two updated Travertine marble baths complete the main level. Central staircase leads to the lower level overlooking the gorgeous tiered backyard and patio. Spacious primary suite w/ walk-in closet, redone bath w/ oversize shower, and sunny adjacent sitting room opening to the dramatic hillside patio & yard. Bonus room offers extra space for media room, gym or playroom. Office overlooking the yard can also serve as 4th bedroom/guest room. Laundry room & large storage/wine cellar spaces as well. Two car garage and ample guest parking on gated driveway. Truly a retreat for poets, artists, romantics & dreamers. this beach home has been lovingly maintained for decades by the same couple who are now ready to turn over the keys to their serene oasis by the sea.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
6,723 sq ftLot Size
$1,074Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alice Plato•DRE #01216340• Coldwell Banker Realty
•310-704-4188 (agent)
•aliceplato@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Malia Del Castillo•DRE #02167685• Aspire Los Angeles
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,723
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
1,950
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
4116021012
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2023.
Jun 17, 2002 • Final
Electrical
Upgrade the existing electrical service from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
Mar 20, 1997 • Final
Bldg-alter/repair
Tear off the existing roof and install a new Class A Monier Duralite tile roof.
Roofing
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
RV Paved, Garage Is Attached, 2 Car Garage, Garage, Private, Private Garage, Driveway - Brick, Driveway, Side By Side, Attached, Gated
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
# of Covered Parking Spaces: 2
# of Open Other Spaces: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Ground Floor Master, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Master Retreat, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Remodeled, Shower Over Tub, Tile, Travertine, Linen Closet
Kitchen Information
Cooktop - Gas, Oven-Electric, Built-Ins, Range Hood, Built-In Gas, Built-In Electric
Lot Description: Front Yard, Back Yard, Fenced, Lawn, Yard
Property Features
Stucco Wall
Front Sprinklers, Sprinkler System, Rear Sprinklers
Has View
View: Hills, City Lights
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 4116-021-012
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash To New Loan
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: In Street
Water: Public
Location
HOA Information
Amenities: Concierge
Location Information
Directions: W/Pershing, S/Rees
Cross Streets: Pershing/Rees
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,950
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,723 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 4116021012
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 25, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: As Is, Trust/Conservatorship
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash To New Loan
Around this home
Schools
Paseo Del Rey Natural Science Magnet
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Katherine Johnson STEM Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnet Health/Sports Medicine
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
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