2163 Moreno Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90039
5 BR, 3 BA
$1,385,000

I’m really impressed with this new listing in the Moreno Highlands of Silver Lake! Built in 1941, the home combines East Coast traditional architecture with mid-century modern.

Located in the Ivanhoe School District, the 2,445 square foot residence features views of the Silver Lake Reservoir and has a beautiful yard with room for a pool.

The formal dining room has French doors that open up to the balcony, inviting in the outside views and breeze.

The charming, light-filled kitchen includes an authentic O’Keefe and Merritt stove.

The media room features wood-beamed, vaulted ceilings and built-in library bookshelves.

The master suite is located in a private wing that opens to an outdoor patio with a fireplace and mature fruit trees, including Fuji, Beverlywood, persimmon, orange, peach, lime and fig.

The second floor is an architect-designed addition that includes soaring, pitched ceilings, old-growth cedar floors and a Silver Lake Reservoir view.

The upper level would be great as a studio or office.

The residence is sited on a 6,838 square foot lot with a large garden filled with colorful native succulents. There are many private areas, plenty of flat space and room for a pool.

This house is pretty amazing; I’d love to live here! It’s in one of the best locations in Silver Lake, and in Ivanhoe School District, which is extremely valuable to many buyers. It has a lot of usable space and many great architectural details.

See This Home In Person!

Listing courtesy of Patricia Ruben, Sotheby’s International Realty-Los Feliz.

This year marks Richard Neutra’s 120th birthday. Earth Day, April 22, will mark 42 years since the first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, just a week after Neutra’s death. To recognize this event, the Neutra Institute is sponsoring the Neutra 4k-8k run/walk for Health on Sunday, April 22, 2012. The event will be held at the Silver Lake Meadow, across from the Richard and Dion Neutra VDL Research House II.

The morning’s activities will include a 4K individual run, children’s walk, family walk, 20K bike run, award ceremony and closing ceremony. Later in the day, there will be a self-guided tour of the VDL Research House, which is open to all. A wine reception, dinner and other evening events are reservation only and have limited space, so sign up early!

Your participation and/or purchase of any of the events of this day, aggregating $50 or more, will entitle you to a year’s membership in the Institute. All proceeds will go towards causes of preservation. For more information and to find out about volunteer opportunities, go to neutra.org.

2422 Silver Ridge Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
4 BR, 2.5 BA
$1,495,000

We first posted about R.M. Schindler’s James Eads How House in July 2009, when it had just come back on the market with a substantial price drop to $1.495 from its starting point of $4.995 in September of 2008. And now the architectural masterpiece is back on the market!

Built in 1925, the 2,426 square foot home has been fully restored and updated for modern living. There are stunning architectural details, including walls of glass, redwood, and concrete and original fireplaces. The home also includes many updates including an alarm system and central heat and air conditioning.

The residence is sited on a 14,461 square foot lot with a deck and a Richard Neutra designed garden.

There is a dining room with a fireplace and a beautiful eat-in kitchen.

The home’s second story offers a gorgeous living room with a large terrace.

Dr. How’s office has been fully restored.

With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, there’s plenty of room for a family or guests.

This is an incredible opportunity to own a Schindler masterpiece. If you’d like to see the How House in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 2422 Silver Ridge Ave.

Listing courtesy of Cory Weiss, Partners Trust-Beverly Hills.

1456 Angelus Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90026
2 BR, 2 BA
$729,000

Newly listed in Silver Lake, this 1923 California bungalow has been beautifully renovated with a modern touch. The 1,008 square foot home features high wood beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, an open floor plan, and high-end finishes.

The 2 bedroom, 2 bath is located on a cul-de-sac street in a serene treetop setting — you really feel like you’re out of the city.

The tastefully redone eat-in kitchen offers Caesarstone countertops and Miele, Sub-Zero, and Wolf appliances.

The home also has a bonus space that could be used as a studio or office.

The residence is sited on a 4,520 square foot lot.

There are spacious decks, which would be great for entertaining, and lovely canyon views.

This home is a perfect retreat. Angelus is a quiet street with little traffic, but provides easy access to all of Silver Lake.

If you’d like to see this home in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 1456 Angelus Ave.

Listing courtesy of Gary Gershunoff, The Agency.

1372 – 1374.5 Edgecliffe Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90026
3 BR, 2.5 BA
$745,000 – $795,000

I just saw the Edgecliffe Terrace Homes at the broker’s open house today and I was really impressed. Similar to the Lofts on Rowena that I posted about last month, these are four, brand-new, single family homes. The location is ideal–in prime Silver Lake and within easy walking distance of Sunset Junction.

Each of the homes are structurally independent with no shared walls, systems or parking. Each unit provides approximately 1,600 square feet of interior space, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an attached side-by-side 2-car garage, and a spacious roof deck with views of the Silver Lake hills, Griffith Park Observatory and the Hollywood Sign. The homes at 1372 and 1374.5 also have private yards.

The building was designed and built by architect/owner Green City Building Company and features custom built-in closets and cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances and five-fixture master baths.

With attention to sustainability, the homes were built with energy efficient envelope windows, passive solar orientation, thermal chimneys, energy star appliances, tankless water heaters, dual zone hvac, solar electric systems, pre-wiring for electric car charging and low & no-voc finishes.

These single family homes are in a great location and are at a great price–with no homeowners association and no HOA fees.  The rear home at 1374.5 Edgecliffe is currently in escrow, but the other three are still available. If you’d like to see the Edgecliffe Terrace Homes in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 1372 Edgecliffe Dr.

Listing courtesy of Geoff Clark and Jillian Lustig, Deasy Penner & Partners.

2318 & 2320 Earl Street
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Two Units: 2 BR, 1.5 BA each
$699,000

This mid-century modern duplex in the Silver Lake Hills features Reservoir views. The property was built in 1964 and is on Earl Street, near other architectural homes (including a number of Neutra homes).

The front unit has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and features high, wood beamed ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, and bamboo floors throughout.

An open veranda connects the two units.

The rear unit is separated on two levels and has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths.

It also includes a wood deck overlooking the spacious backyard and 7,501 square foot, street-to-street lot.

This property is in a good Silver Lake location–just on the other side of Glendale, but still close to the Silver Lake Reservoir. It’s a short sale and both but units will be delivered vacant. It could be a great income generating opportunity or live-rent option for the right buyer! If you’d like to see it in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305.

More info and photos of 2318 Earl St.

Listing courtesy of Monique Carrabba and Joe Carrabba, Keller Williams-Hollywood Hills.

1807 North Dillon Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
3 BR, 3 BA
$1,399,000

Situated atop the Silver Lake hills, this Spanish style home, built in 1931, is an ideal retreat from city life. Completely private and impeccably renovated, the 2,053 square foot home features stunning city and downtown views. It includes a beautiful rear garden and pool, which is fully equipped with a zoned sound system, BBQ/dining area, fountain, outdoor shower and large sunning deck. This would be a great spot for dinner parties or summer barbecues!

The main house offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a generous living room with a brick fireplace and wood beamed ceilings, a dining room, and a chef’s kitchen with a breakfast nook.

The home also includes a separate guest quarters with a stylish wine room/bar, recording studio, living room and an additional bath.

The residence is sited on a 6,000 square foot lot and also features an alarm system, central heat and air conditioning, and hardwood floors throughout.

If you would like to see this Silver Lake home in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 1807 North Dillon St.

Listing courtesy of Ann Eysenring, Partners Trust Beverly Hills.

2662 Lake View Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
3 BR, 2 BA
$799,000

New listings are back! After a few quiet weeks there is finally some activity in the market. I was able to see this new listing in Silver Lake today and I liked what I saw. The ranch style home was built in 1951 and is located on a quiet cul-de-sac street. It is also rumored to have been built by noted architect Robert Byrd.

The 1,672 square foot residence features a spacious living room with vaulted, exposed beam ceilings and lots of natural light.

The kitchen includes a breakfast nook and there is also a separate laundry room.

The bright and spacious master bedroom has a large closet and an attached bathroom. Loved how roomy this was and how it opens to the backyard.

The second and third bedrooms have been combined to create a traditional, handcrafted Japanese Tatami room, which can be easily separated back into two rooms, if needed. There is also a bonus room off of the 2 car garage, which could be used as an office, studio or music space.

The residence is sited on a 6,272 square foot lot with a large, flat backyard.

This home is in a very good Silver Lake location–close to the Silver Lake Reservoir and Meadow, library, restaurants and shops. If you’d like to see it in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 2662 Lake View Ave.

Listing courtesy of Tracy Do, Prudential-Los Feliz.

Update: The votes are in! The Norton House in Pasadena was crowned Best Home Of 2011. This Buff & Hensman beauty received 23% of the votes (followed by 3705 Alzada and 1160 Chateau in a tie for second).

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My vote was for 1160 Chateau, but the Norton House was a close second. It’s such a great house and I’m not surprised it won. Thanks for voting!

Check out all the top homes of 2011, after the break.

2011 was a great year for real estate in LA. We saw Lloyd Wrights, Lautners, Buff and Hensmans, and a host of other architecturally significant homes hit the market. I’ve blogged about so many great houses this year, but the following are my favorites.

The Sowden House in Los Feliz.

Luis Barragan remodel in Bel Air.

The Schnabel House in Brentwood.

Walt Disney House at 4053 Woking Way in Los Feliz.

1973 Redesdale Ave in Silver Lake.

3705 Alzada Road in Altadena.

John Lautner’s Polin House in the Hollywood Hills.

1160 Chateau Road in Pasadena.

And the winner:

The Norton House in Pasadena!

See the best homes of 2010.

1816 Silverwood Terrace
Los Angeles, CA 90026
3 BR, 2 BA
$849,000

Richard Neutra’s Koblick House was built in 1937 for art professor Harry Koblick. I saw the three-story duplex, located in the hills above Silver Lake, when it first came on the market last month. It came on with an accepted offer, but now it’s back on as an active listing. The 1,620 square foot architectural is in good condition–albeit close to original–and there are two vacant lots on either side.

The upper unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath and currently rents for $1,890 a month. The lower unit has 1 bedroom and 1 bath and rents for $1,080 a month. Since the rents are a bit low, this property would be ideal for a collector looking to occupy the entire residence, rather than a buyer seeking an income property.

The duplex is sited on a 6,403 square foot lot. There are built-ins, hardwood floors and lots of light through large windows.

You can read a bit about what it’s like to live in the Koblick House on OK’s blog.

If you’d like to see Richard Neutra’s Koblick House in person, email me or call me at 323-775-6305!

More info and photos of 1816 Silverwood Ter.

Listing courtesy of Joshua Myler, The Agency. Photo source Aya Muto.