2220 Reservoir Street In Echo Park
2220 Reservoir Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
2 BR, 2 BA Main House + Studio Apartment
Listed for $749,000
Sold for $739,000
The newest offering from ModOp Design is a top to bottom remodeled craftsman in the heart of Echo Park, close to the restaurants and shops of Sunset Junction and to the Silver Lake Reservoir.
The beautifully restored 1,300 square foot main house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a private deck, and yard. There are numerous upgrades, including restored original redwood siding, solid oak floors, custom birch cabinets, Carrera marble bath counters, solid wood window frames, Heath tile accents, and stainless steel appliances.
There are energy efficient upgrades throughout including a tankless water heater, no VOC paint, drought tolerant landscape, and low-E dual pane windows & french doors.
The property is a legal duplex and includes a separate studio apartment with 400 square feet of space above the finished garage. The apartment includes its own fenced-in yard (with a wet bar!) and downtown view. You can rent this space for income or use it as a guesthouse or home office.
After the break, more photos of 2220 Reservoir, plus an interview with Greg Steinberg of ModOp Design. Greg answers Take Sunset’s questions about the renovations of this 89-year-old craftsman home, including how he removed the stucco exterior and other details. Check it out!
1843 Upperton Avenue In Eagle Rock
1843 Upperton Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90042
3 BR, 2 BA
Listed for $649,000
Sold for $636,000
This modern, one of a kind, hillside retreat in Eagle Rock has incredible views of the surrounding hills and city lights.
The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home was built in 1955 and fully remodeled by the current owners. It features polished concrete floors, an open floor plan, spacious decks for entertaining, and a lush flat yard.
The incredible “floating” detached studio, built by the current owner, would be perfect as a home office or bonus room.
ModOp Transforms 100-Year-Old Craftsman
ModOp Design, run by husband and wife Greg Steinberg and Alexandra Becket, is known for their incredible attention to detail. Take Sunset was excited to sit down with ModOp’s interior designer/stager Alexandra to discuss the challenges of transforming their newest listing, a 100-year-old craftsman in Highland Park.
Take Sunset: What was the condition of Avenue 56 when you began work?
Alexandra Becket: The original redwood siding was in bad shape, the plumbing and electrical was in horrible condition, and the layout of the rooms made it feel cramped, dark and dingy. But the house had great character, and its original charm was still intact. We knew that even though rehabilitating it would be a challenge, we couldn’t wait to give the house a new life.
TS: There are amazing details carried throughout your staging. Can you talk a little about why such elements are important to you?
Becket: I imagined who will live in the house–someone who appreciates the history of Los Angeles architecture, the neighborhood, and its current charm. All the artwork is locally based, including the print of City Hall by LA-based artist William Acedo in the living room and my fabric wall hanging of the DWP building in the hallway.
Becket (cont.): The collection of Highland Park photos in the studio/office developed as we worked on the house, and I discovering the beauty of the area. When I stopped for lunch or ran errands, I snapped photos of the historic Highland Park Theater, the old bank buildings, restaurants, and the colorful produce store down the street. I printed and framed a collection of these shots, all taken on Ave 56, as homage to the street. I hope to provide prospective homebuyers an emotional connection to the house and to fall in love with the beauty of the neighborhood!
TS: There are many high-quality materials used throughout the home, like the custom made wood cabinets in the kitchen. Why did you make this choice as opposed to using less pricey (and less time consuming) materials? Read more…
1701 North Avenue 56 In Highland Park
1701 N Avenue 56
Los Angeles, CA 90042
2 BR, 2 BA
1,045 square feet
Listed for $469,000
Sold for $469,000
Check out the newest listing from ModOp Design! With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus an office, this restored craftsman home is located in an ideal Highland Park location.
It features all the creative, high-quality design touches ModOp has become known for, including custom wood cabinets, Heath Ceramics tile, brand new walnut floors, all wood double-paned windows, and more.
The home’s interior has been completely modernized to reach 2011 standards, but it still retains the classic charm of its 1911 origins.
1829 North Avenue 51 In Highland Park
1829 North Avenue 51
Los Angeles, CA 90042
2BR, 1BA
Listed for $429,000
Sold for $450,000
This newest offering from ModOp Design is an impeccably restored 1927 Spanish Hacienda in a great Highland Park location. The home’s beautiful original details have been carefully restored, including arched ceilings, wood beams leading from the living room to an open kitchen, a dining room built-in and a beautiful leaded window. The facade includes original arches and is finished in smooth stucco and sits on a large lot measuring 6800 square feet.
Renovations utilized the highest quality materials such as a bathroom featuring an Italian porcelain floor tile, subway tiled bath, a custom vanity with a quartz counter-top.
1701 Clinton In Echo Park
1701 Clinton Unit 515
Los Angeles, CA 90039
2 BR, 1 BA
875 square feet
Listed for $349,000
Sold for $372,000
My new listing has finally hit the market! This two bedroom, one bathroom condo is located in the mid-century building (Allyn E. Morris 1973) overlooking Echo Park lake. It has two floors, is in great condition, has numerous upgrades (granite counter-tops, hardwood floors, etc), and features this tremendous view from one of the bedrooms as well as the spacious balcony:
This unit is priced to sell and is perfect for someone looking to live in a stylish and affordable pad right in the heart of Echo Park in a great building (with a pool!). The first open house will be Sunday, March 7th. More photos after the break.
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