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Ah, the Sunset Strip. It’s a particular alliteration that inspires glamour, intrigue, and images of a history unique to the allure of Old Hollywood. 8787 Appian Way, with its classic Mediterranean Revival design, sits nestled not far from this famed icon among scenic, winding vistas. The 4,390 square foot home exudes sublime elegance, offering 5… Read More

A perfect sanctuary from the hustle and bustle, but close to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Ventura Blvd. and the famous Sunset Strip. Exposed beam ceilings establish an inspired woodsy feel, with views for days. The layout is true to California’s Mid-Century modern sensibilities with indoor spaces that extend visually and physically. A wall of glass in… Read More

Nestled in the heart of Bungalow Land, 2125 Upper Kress is a stunning, private property that features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2-car garage and boasts magnificent canyon views. Located in arguably one of the most magical neighborhoods in LA, the home is situated in the coveted Wonderland school district. Set above the road, this incredibly… Read More

Developed in 1969, Mt. Olympus is located just north of Hollywood Blvd and east of Laurel Canyon Blvd. above Laurel Canyon. The theme of the community is modeled after the ancient Greeks and the mystique of the 12 gods of Olympus. The street names even reflect this with such names as Zeus, Venus and Apollo… Read More

Built in 1952, the Martin family home is sited on a 9,315-square-foot hillside lot, with three bedrooms, three baths, an office and artist’s studio, formal living and dining rooms, a workshop, two-car garage, and a wraparound deck with amazing views of the Silver Lake reservoir and beyond. It was a marvel of engineering and design… Read More

In a city where upscale homes sometimes buttress up against more modest ones, Hancock Park remains a relatively exclusive neighborhood singularly filled with impressive estates. Here, homes range from mansionesque to palatial and home and garden tours are par for the course…literally. The Wilshire Country Club, a verdant oasis complete with natural stream and 18-hole… Read More

Built in 1924, this cozy bungalow has seen a lot over the past century or so. Silver Lake is well-known for its eclectic culture and unique residents, thanks to Forbes Magazine’s “Best Hipster Neighborhood” designation. More recently, CNN Money took it further naming Silver Lake the #2 best big city neighborhood in the country. Most… Read More

There’s Venice, and then there’s Abbot Kinney. Both are iconic and beautiful in their own right, but if you’re lucky enough to call the latter your home, you’ve attained a special level of “making it.” The popular Venice enclave is exactly where these two recently updated apartments at 2523 Abbot Kinney Blvd are now for… Read More

Situated in the eastern Santa Monica Mountain range, 3954 Farmouth Drive’s over 5,500 sq. ft. of interior living space balances luxury, and enjoyment of the surrounding terrain. The home’s only neighbor to the east is Griffith Park, the largest urban wilderness area in the United States, but it’s only minutes from the best that metropolitan… Read More

Tony Prince & his wife Gerri bought their home on 3038 Fernwood Avenue in 1964, for $32,000. At 1,200 sq. ft., it wasn’t a large house. Tucked on one of Silver Lake’s meandering terraced streets it emanates a naturally quiet and modest seclusion. But the Princes knew it was perfect for them–though cozy and intimate,… Read More