You won’t want to miss this week’s virtual tour of a stunning architectural home in desirable Los Feliz. Take in the expansive views of the city and the lush tranquil gardens below. And don’t forget there’s even more to explore in the SGV with a Mid-Century traditional home, a contemporary Craftsman-style and a historic Old Pasadena studio.
Los Feliz | Architectural View Home
5630 Hill Oak Drive | $3,649,000
Distinctive organic architectural showpiece with dramatic views perfectly sited in the peaceful and serene hills of the Los Feliz Oaks. Magnificent double height entryway highlighting RBW sculptural light fixture. The home’s ground floor is thoughtfully designed for entertaining or casual living. Chef’s style kitchen with a full suite of Miele appliances and custom white oak cabinetry. Step down formal living room with fireplace and magnificent city views on the east side. Dining/Family room on the west side. Second story provides a tranquil master-suite with dual closets and luxurious bathroom taking full advantage of the unobstructed LA views. An additional two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and a generous light filled landing area. European white oak flooring and custom cabinetry are featured throughout. Spectacular steel and concrete floating stairs access the lush Zen like gardens below. An additional live/work/entertaining space provides a multitude of options.
Pacific Palisades | Contemporary Tri-Level Townhome
1922 Palisades Drive | $1,895,000
Contemporary Tri-level Townhome ideally located at the end of a cul-de-sac, providing privacy and featuring the only four bedroom home in the Vista Del Mar community. Enter the gated courtyard into the foyer to the light-filled vaulted living room with fireplace, wet bar and dining room. An entertainer’s dream, features an open-flow gourmet kitchen with island and sitting peninsula with Viking, Bosch and SubZero appliances. Additional flex-space is perfect as a work-from-home area, breakfast nook, children’s area/den with a patio for dining, BBQ or simply relaxing. Hardwood floors, powder room, laundry room and a two-car garage with storage complete the main level. With majestic ocean and mountain views, the owner’s suite occupies the entire upper level, with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, walk-in and 2nd closet, patio and spa-like bath. Three additional bedrooms, two baths and a bonus room smartly designed as a family room, office or at-home gym open to a grassy backyard area.
Arcadia | 1992 Traditional
5569 Hallowell Avenue | $1,450,000
Welcome to this Arcadia Traditional style home that was built in 1992 and is located in the prime Arcadia area just a few minutes from Live Oak Park. The home offers four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms across 2,870 square feet which is situated on a nicely sized lot of 9,243 square feet. When you first enter the home you will find a large living room with high vaulted ceilings and a custom built wood burning fireplace with beautiful wood details and stone accents with adjacent dining area. The kitchen, breakfast area and family room have an open concept feel and all look out to the beautifully landscaped backyard through the sliding glass doors and windows that line the rear of the home. The kitchen offers solid oak cabinets, and matching wood panel on sub-zero fridge. The master suite is on the main floor of the home with a large walk-in closet with dual entrances, full bathroom with a his and hers sinks, vanity, spa tub and separate shower. Three more bedrooms and one full bathroom are on the second floor of the home where you will enjoy two large skylights that bring in an abundant amount of natural light.
Sierra Madre | Contemporary Craftsman-Style
21 East Alegria Avenue | $1,189,000
Tucked at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains in a private enclave of four newer (2008) homes, this Contemporary Craftsman-style residence gives opportunity for safe haven. Thoughtfully upgraded and lovingly maintained by the original owners, it presents as an oasis where the comfort keeps coming. The floor plan flows seamlessly from living room to dining room, kitchen, breakfast area and family room. Custom cabinetry enhances the dining room and family room. In addition to the second floor master bedroom and bath, there are three en-suite bedrooms which afford many options: bedroom, home office, gym, library/study, etc. The enclosed patio and garden with its stunning, drought-resistant plantings envelop the visitor in a cocoon of peace. There are several areas to entertain or simply sit in silence and absorb the calm. Close proximity to the charming Sierra Madre Village where you can enjoy coffee or a meal. Roam the many hiking trails that are just a stone’s throw away. As many yearn for community and space and rethink the suburbs, this home covers all of the bases.
Pasad ena | Mid-Century Traditional
3239 Estado Street | $850,000
With spectacular San Gabriel Mountains as backdrop, this single-level, three bedroom, two bath home offers a master suite, open concept kitchen, living room with a fireplace, two spacious rooms, and enclosed front and back yards. The driveway leads to a fenced front yard with plenty of playful grass area. The front entrance with a covered patio leads to a spacious living room adjacent to the dining room and open-concept kitchen. The kitchen overlooks the living and dining rooms. The spacious master suite fits a California king bed with additional room for seating. Two spacious bedrooms located at the end of the hallway provides excellent privacy. The complete fenced backyard with plenty of fruit trees is perfect for entertaining.
Pasadena | Historic Old Pasadena Studio
99 South Raymond Avenue #407 | $499,000
This studio was meticulously restored in 2005, with revived original woodwork that glows with the period lighting, glazed original concrete floors, hexagonal tile floors and new electrical wiring. It features newly re-glazed fixtures, a built-in Murphy bed/cabinet and an original faux firebox in the living room. The hall features original 1920s floor-to-ceiling closet and storage with mirrored custom doors. The private balcony is great for morning coffee, reading or dining al fresco – facing east, it has city and mountain views, overlooking the gardens, trees, bridge and Koi pond. One of Pasadena’s most unique residential buildings, the Castle Green is set amidst a private, lush and verdant landscape in the heart of Old Pasadena. Inside, a 24-hour doorman, luxuriously original public rooms, a wide marble staircase and an open air, wrought iron elevator greet you. The Spanish, Moorish and Victorian gem, designed by architect Frederick I. Roehrig & built by Col. George G. Green in 1898, is built of steel framing, reinforced concrete floors and solid plaster walls and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
South Pasadena | 1926 Character Home
1709 Gillette Crescent | $798,000
Located on a charming tree-lined street is a quintessential South Pasadena character home. A wonderful starter property in a wonderful location. The white roses that line the front of the lot will welcome you most all year round. The quaint front porch is where you may relax and enjoy the less traveled street. When you enter you’ll be delighted by the open and spacious living area, the beautiful hardwood floors, the virtual fireplace and the coved ceilings. There are two good sized bedrooms also with hardwood floors plus a full bath. The backyard is where you can kick back and relax, garden, BBQ or just play around. The detached single-car garage is currently being used as a workshop and is located in the back of the yard, great for privacy. This also gives you a nice long driveway along the side of the house. Located in the award winning South Pasadena School District. Only minutes to DTLA.
