Handsome midcentury by Buff & Hensman asking $4.4M in Nichols Canyon

The Johnson House in Nichols Canyon is a fine example of Buff and Hensman’s contribution to California modernism that’s now on the market.

3 bd / 4 ba

$4,375,000

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Located in Nichols Canyon, a pocket of the Hollywood Hills, the 33,439 lot offers a private canyon setting filled with patios, gardens, sauna, and a skinny-dipping approved infinity-edge pool.

The now 3 bedroom, 4 bath home measuring 2,723 square feet was thoughtfully restored and expanded to maintain the architects’ classic post and beam style.

Similar to other Buff & Hensman homes, walls of glass seamlessly connect the modern interior with manicured lawns and gardens. Features include an elegant European kitchen, living room with a classic oversized brick fireplace, cantilevered overhangs shading the concrete paths, and a balcony expertly extending the living area and providing a space to enjoy incredible sunset views.

Public and private spaces are separated by a gallery hallway leading to two ensuite bedrooms with a chic bath and ample closets located in the master bedroom.

There’s a large bedroom suite with full bath, private patio, and additional powder room that’s perfect for guests located on the lower level.

Current asking price is $4.375 million.

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Listing courtesy of Steve Frankel – Coldwell Banker

Two-bedroom unit in Koreatown’s historical Miramonte Terrace complex asks $699K

The Miramonte Terrace complex is one of LA’s last remaining buildings from the 1920’s where you’ll find extraordinary historical Italian Revival details – inside and out.

2 bd / 2 ba

$699,000

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Behind the gates of this multi-storied Italianate pile (thats attracted a number of semi-high profile residents) are beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens with a fountain courtyard.

The sun-filled 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit measuring 1,491 square feet opens to a long entrance hall, looking towards the balcony, leading to a living room lined with a bank of windows bringing in the green scenery from the north, east, and west.

Similar to the former residences of Cliff Fong and photographer Johnathan Ducrest in another character-filled building not too far away, original features blend with designer updates that include a kitchen with Carrera marble counter tops and back splash, en-suite master bedroom with stylish master bath complete with black and white tile, updated cabinetry, countertop and dual sinks, recessed lighting, no shared walls, and additional storage space.

The second bedroom located off the living room can also double as a nursery, office, sitting room/den or creative space.

Amenities include a basement level meeting and billiard room, a roof top loggia with long views over the neighborhood’s roof tops, and you’re just minutes from Koreatown’s favorite local eateries and bars.

Listed for $699K this one is sure to go over asking.

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Listing courtesy of Lisa Paperno – Deasy Penner

Glamorous 1923 Beaux Arts estate in the Hollywood Dell is still up for grabs

Modeled after the Petit Trianon, a small chateau on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles in France, this 1923 Beaux Arts estate in the Hollywood Dell is just as swoon-worthy as the edifice that inspired it.

4 bd / 5 ba

$3,150,000

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Designed by J.S. Powell, noted architect of Reed and Company, the estate is rumored to have been built for  Theda Bara and once home to Rudolph Valentino.

One of the first California homes built fully electrical, this architectural replica was aptly named “The Hollywood Electrical Home.”

Sited on an 8,240-square-foot lot, the private grounds feature meticulously landscaped gardens, gorgeous concert pavilion, and a custom salt water pool with fountains.

Inside a rotunda entrance hall leads to the living room with an adjacent intimate library/office on one side, or on the other side, the formal dining room with eye-catching ornate coffered ceilings.

Additional noteworthy features include a long galley-style entertainer’s kitchen positioned beautifully for indoor-outdoor serving, three spacious bedroom suites with glorious bathrooms, and each with their own dressing rooms, the home’s fourth bedroom suite with separate garden entrance for your guests, media room, outdoor gym, hardwood and marble floors, a spiral staircase, French doors and windows, and impressive city views.

Listed for $3.150 million.

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Listing courtesy of Todd Goddard & Clinton Wade – Clinton and Todd Team

Modernist classic by Charles G. Kanner asks $4M in Beverly Hills

Here’s an opportunity to restore an original modernist home by Los Angeles based architect, Charles G. Kanner, who was known for his intelligent, fresh, designs with subtle edges.

5 bd / 5 ba

$3,995,000

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Branding his style “modernism out of the internationalist school,” Kanner led more than 130 public and private projects ranging from the design of new complexes around the world to the renovation of iconic historic buildings (most notably the expansion of the Los Angeles Central Library), and this sprawling two-story residence in Beverly Hills that sits on over half an acre of land.

The 5,290 square foot home opens up to an eye-popping entry-hall atrium allowing tons of natural light to come in over the grand quarter-landing staircase.

Staying true to the modernist era, the first floor is populated by walls of glass allowing indoor-outdoor California living. Features include a fireplace in the family room, wet bar, floor-to-soaring-ceiling bookcases, oversized living room, powder room, and a maid’s quarters with laundry room. And, most rooms look out to the lushly landscaped backyard with a pool – the perfect setting for a martini sipping afternoon.

There are three bedrooms upstairs, along with two bathrooms and a utility room.

If you want a second home you can buy the adjacent 73,410 square foot parcel for $495K and build from the ground up.

Listed for $3.995 million.

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Listing courtesy of Jeff Kohl – The Agency

Midcentury with views for days in Los Feliz asks $1.3M

Perched in the hills north of Los Feliz Blvd this midcentury offers intact original details and views for days of LA’s twinkling city lights.

2 bd / 2 ba

$1,299,000

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Built in 1959 by architect Burnett C. Turner, AIA, a portico entry beneath the house leads to a parking area, terraced yard, and a short flight of stairs to the front door.

Inside, the 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home measuring 1,312-square-feet offers original details true to the midcentury era. Interior highlights include floor-to-ceiling glass, vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, cork floors, and a stunning cinder block wall with built-in cement seating reaching across the living and dining area.

Both the living room and dining area open up to a patio that overlooks the city and more indoor-outdoor flow is had in the master bedroom that opens to a long, private, balcony.

The bedroom wing offers wood-paneled ceilings in each room with the en-suite master bedroom offering a huge walk-in closet space, along with another bedroom and bathroom featuring cork floors and fabulous wallpaper.

There’s also a detached studio with its own half bath, closet, and an enclosed storage room.

This architectural gem just moments from the Village, Griffith Park, the Observatory, and the Greek Theatre is listed for $1.299 million.

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Listing courtesy of Courtney Smith & Kurt Weisner – Compass