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$ 2,350,000
Est. payment /mo
Active
947 N Martel Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90046
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,716 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,716 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,369
MLS Listing ID CL25597121
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1936
Lot Size 6,988 Sqft
Acres 0.1604
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Masterfully restored and steeped in Hollywood history, this extraordinary Art Deco residence by celebrated architect William Kesling exemplifies the pinnacle of Los Angeles' Streamline Moderne architecture. Originally commissioned in 1936 by iconic actor Wallace Beery, the home is revered as a standout of its style, showcasing Kesling's hallmark design elements--sleek horizontal lines, nautical curves, and distinctive green banding. One of only fifteen surviving Kesling-designed single-family homes, this property is proudly recognized as Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1172. Privately tucked behind lush landscaping and a secure gate, the property exudes classic old-Hollywood glamour. An enchanting courtyard with an Art Deco tiled fountain and thoughtful greenery welcomes guests upon entry.Inside, visitors are greeted by a dramatic living and dining room featuring soaring ceilings and original clerestory casement windows, framing expansive views of the lush, hedged backyard, newly installed sparkling pool, and flat grass lawn. The sleek lines of the windows harmoniously contrast with the home's elegantly curved Streamline Moderne details. The newly restored dining area, complete with an upholstered banquette and integrated lighting, complements the original brick firepl
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Zoning LAR3
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry Dryer, In Garage, Washer
Exterior
Pool In Ground, Pool Cover
View Y/N false
View None
Total Parking Spaces 3
Private Pool false
Building
Story 1
Level or Stories One Story
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 5531025020
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Listed by Daria Greenbaum • Compass