875 Laguna Road
Pasadena, CA 91105
3 BR, 2 BA
$1,049,000

This mid-century modern, post and beam home (1955) is one of four residences designed and built by J.W. Putnam on highly-desirable Laguna Road in the San Rafael section of Pasadena. The 1,673 square foot, steel-based home spans a flowing creek bed stemming from nearby Johnston Lake.

The step-down living room features vaulted, beamed ceilings and a wood burning fireplace. There are brand-new sliding glass doors and direct outdoor access from all the living spaces throughout–allowing full access to the beautiful, park-like grounds.

The home’s public space has an open floor plan with hardwood throughout.

The formal dining area has sliding glass doors that open to an outside dining area.

The updated kitchen offers granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances.

The home has 3 spacious bedrooms, each with vaulted ceilings and outdoor deck access. There are 2 full baths with modern finishes.

The home also includes a newer roof, updated plumbing, a one-car garage, and a single space carport.

The ample deck and patio space is great for outdoor dining and entertaining.

The residence is sited on a 18,757 square foot private lot surrounded by lush woodlands and a peaceful stream.

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Listing courtesy of Michael Darling and Carolyn Baron, Deasy/Penner & Partners.

1616 Cerro Gordo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
2 Br, 1.75 BA
$595,000

I saw this new listing in the hills of Echo Park yesterday. The charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath home was built in 1910 and also includes a 1-bedroom and bath guest cottage.

The residence maintains original architectural details, like this stone fireplace in the living room, but also includes updated amenities and systems.

There are large windows throughout, letting in the California sunshine and canyon views.

The updated kitchen includes stainless appliances and an antique stove.

The spacious master suite has downtown views and opens up to a multilevel deck.

Directly off the master suite is an attached nursery.

The detached bonus space could be used as a guest cottage, art studio or office.

The home is sited on a 5,362 square foot private lot with a beautifully landscaped yard, 2 fountains and a fish pond. And if you like to hike, this is the perfect location since it’s near the trails of Elysian Park.

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Listing courtesy of Judith Oroshnik and Dean Decent, Prudential-Los Feliz.

12327 Rochedale Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90049
3 BR, 2 BA
$1,595,000

The Kalmick House, built in 1950 by A. Quincy Jones, is one of the best remaining examples of the Mutual Housing Association’s postwar tract.

Located in the sought-after architectural development of Crestwood Hills in Brentwood, the Mutual Housing Association was built in the early 1950s by architects A. Quincy Jones, Whitney R. Smith, and structural engineer Edgardo Contin as modern, inexpensive housing for families.

The award-winning architectural was designated as Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 634 and is covered by the Mills Tax Act.

The 1,468 square foot residence features 8-foot wide sliding glass doors that lead out to the patio, yard and lush landscaping. There are redwood and Douglas fir tongue-and-groove ceilings, composite beams, concrete block and polished concrete floors.

The recently upgraded Bulthaup kitchen features Miele and Sub-Zero appliances. The upgraded baths offer marble, teak and the finest fixtures and fittings.

If you’re interested in reading more about the Mutual Housing Association/Crestwood Hills, Dwell had a piece back in 2004 on Cory Buckner’s work to preserve these homes. It’s definitely worth a read!

The residence is sited on a 10,260 square foot lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with a private, gated drive and canyon and ocean views.

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Listing courtesy of Scott King and Brian Linder, Deasy Penner & Partners.

8636 Allenwood Road
Los Angeles, CA 90046
3 BR, 2.5 BA
$1,349,000

Built in 1959, this classic mid-century in the Laurel Hills section of the Hollywood Hills has it all–gorgeous walls of glass, wood beamed ceilings, bamboo floors, fireplace and more.

The 2,507 square foot residence has been modernized with today’s buyer in mind, while maintaining the stunning mid-century architectural details.

The open living room and dining area get great light and views of the green backyard and open to the back patio.

The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances and opens to a grand media/family room with Terrazzo floors and skylights.

The master suite has a walk-in closet, hardwood floors and direct access to the patio.

Often, I find photos of bathrooms dull, but this master bath is pretty cool.

The residence is sited on a 10,072 square foot lot with great space for entertaining, including a grassy yard. It’s also located in the Wonderland Elementary School District.

This is a great house with a lot to offer. If you’re in the market in this price range, I’d definitely check it out.

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Listing courtesy of Tom Scrocco & Randy Isaacs, Coldwell Banker-Sunset Blvd.

2483 Glendower Place
Los Angeles, CA 90027
5 BR, 2.5 BA
$1,995,000

I saw this new listing on Tuesday during the broker’s open and I loved it. The hilltop home is in prime Los Feliz, north of the Boulevard, and within walking distance of Griffith Park.

The 3,111 square foot home was designed by Hungarian-born Bartholomew Mako in 1925 in Medieval Revival style. The architectural details are incredible–refinished hardwood floors, Gothic archways, high ceilings and city views from many rooms.

The home’s main floor offers a sprawling living room with fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast room, and kitchen that opens to the grounds.

The second floor is comprised of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths.

The top floor includes an office and roof terrace. There is also a separate studio apartment with an additional bathroom and kitchen over the two-car garage.

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Listing courtesy of J.R. Davidson and Nina Chea, Keller Williams-Larchmont.

4414 Brunswick Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
2 BR, 2 BA
$585,000

It’s not every day that a house like this in Atwater Village comes on the market, since many homes in the area were built in the 1920s and 30s and are Bungalows or Spanish style.

This 1,800 square foot home was built in 1939 and has a mid-century modern feel with vaulted wood beamed ceilings, open floor plan, brick fireplace and more.

The dining room features refinished hardwood floors, a brick fireplace and opens to the kitchen.

The kitchen features updated Caesarstone counters, newer cabinets and appliances.

Refinished hardwood floors carry through to the 2 nicely sized bedrooms and 2 baths.

The residence is sited on a 7,011 square foot lot with a large wooden deck–perfect for summer barbeques and dinner parties.

There’s also a green yard for running around and a 2-car garage.

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Listing courtesy of Alyssa Valentine and Anselm Clinard, Keller Williams Realty-Los Feliz.

2750 Lakewood Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
2 BR, 2.5 BA
$829,000

I saw this new listing in Silver Lake yesterday during the broker’s open, and I was impressed. Built in 1955, this traditional home was recently renovated and is move-in ready. It would be a great home for a small family since it’s within Ivanhoe School District.

The spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence has an open living room with original casement windows, built-in bookshelves and great mountain views.

The newly remodeled kitchen features new Shaker style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and views of the yard’s rose bushes and greenery.

There are 2 master suites, each with their own remodeled bath. The home also includes central heat and air conditioning and a new tankless water heater.

The residence is sited on a 11,454 square foot, landscaped lot with a large patio area for al fresco dining. The property also includes a garage, which is currently being used as part office space, part garage for one car. There is additional parking for 2 to 3 cars in the driveway.

The spacious yard also has flat grassy areas, fruit trees and a vegetable garden.

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Listing courtesy of George Moreno and Eileen Moreno, Re/Max Tri-City.

7975 Woodrow Wilson Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90046
4 BR, 4 BA
$2,195,000

The Linder Residence was built in 1938 by Edward B. Rust, A.I.A. Rust is best known for the Nationally Registered Los Altos Apartments on Wilshire Boulevard and the historic Windsor Apartment Hotel in Koreatown. The deco-style residence has long been associated with the glamor of Hollywood’s “Golden Era”.

Shortly after the residence was completed, it was sold to actor Anderson Lawler (shown above in the home). According to the listing, Lawler’s friend Marlene Dietrich helped furnish the home, and later Lawler apparently rented it to Orson Welles who lived there with Rita Hayworth. Subsequent owners included opera singer Rise Stevens, actor Lex Barker and director Ralph Levy. Since 1955,s the property has been owned by writer/director Paul Harrison and his family.

The 3,151 square foot home features deco details, including the entry staircase and tiles, the round kitchen window, original fixtures and fireplaces, built-in vanities, hardwood floors and more.

The 4 bedroom, 4 bath home also includes a library, office and rooftop sleeping porch.

There should be more round windows, in general.

The master suite offers a wood burning fireplace and beautiful views.

The residence is sited on a gated and private .51 acre lot with a swimming pool and attached two-car garage. The yard backs up to the southwest corner of the Briar Summit Open Space Preserve.

This beautiful architectural home remains a quintessential Hollywood Hills hideaway.

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Listing courtesy of Crosby Doe, Crosby Doe Associates, Inc.

711 South San Rafael
Pasadena, CA 91105
4 BR, 4 BA
$1,599,000

It’s always exciting when a house of this architectural significance hits the market. Case Study House #10, designed in 1947 by father and son team Kemper Nomland and Kemper Nomland, Jr., is the only CSH in Pasadena. The 2,686 square foot post & beam is divided into 3 levels, paralleling the slope of its .37-acre lot in the San Rafael Hills.

The residence features walls of glass that open to a back garden, grassy yard, pool and guesthouse.

The main house includes a step-down living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, family room with fireplace and powder room.

The home also includes an alarm system, central heat and air conditioning.

A gallery leads to 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including the master suite. There is also a service laundry and mud room.

The residence is sited on a spacious lot with patios and a grassy flat yard.

The guesthouse features a 4th bedroom, bath, kitchenette, workshop and a single car garage. There’s also a 2-car garage attached to the main house.

There is a secluded, refurbished pool that occupies a separate terrace.

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Listing courtesy of Catherine Cheney, Coldwell Banker.

3893 Avenida Del Sol
Studio City, CA 91604
1 BR, 1 BA
$649,900

This brand-new listing in Studio City was built by architect Ralph Bowerman, A.I.A, in 1950.

It was Rock Hudson’s home from 1951 to 1955 and was featured in Architectural Digest’s Hollywood at Home. (The above photo is Bill Anderson’s portrait of Rock Hudson, 1954.)

Nestled in the hills above Coldwater Canyon, this peaceful and private mid-century modern residence has been thoughtfully restored and updated. It features stunning wraparound walls of glass, treetop views from every room and a dipping pool.

At 1,000 square feet, this 1 bedroom, 1 bath home is not huge, but it would be ideal for buyers looking for style over size.

Glass doors lead to the expansive deck and pool area.

The residence is sited on a 14,450 square foot wooded lot with a private driveway, adding to the peaceful feeling of the property. Overall, I really like this place! It has such a relaxed vibe, and I really love the outdoor space.

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Listing courtesy of Robert Walters, Leland Properties.