15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

Encino, CA 91436

$2,695,000
Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,551 Sq. Ft.
$759 / Sq. Ft.
3,551
Sq. Ft.
$759
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This iconic mid-century traditional gem, available for the first time in 46 years, is a rare find in the coveted Royal Oaks neighborhood. Built in the mid-1950s by a noted LA restaurateur during a golden era of American optimism, this entertainer's home embodies the exuberance, playfulness, and imagination of a time when Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra ruled the airwaves, the space program was capturing dreams of moon landings, and Disneyland was a symbol of boundless creativity. This home, with its...This iconic mid-century traditional gem, available for the first time in 46 years, is a rare find in the coveted Royal Oaks neighborhood. Built in the mid-1950s by a noted LA restaurateur during a golden era of American optimism, this entertainer's home embodies the exuberance, playfulness, and imagination of a time when Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra ruled the airwaves, the space program was capturing dreams of moon landings, and Disneyland was a symbol of boundless creativity. This home, with its seamless indoor-outdoor flow and effortless style, feels like a backdrop for glamorous cocktail parties where the Rat Pack might drop by. Inside, two wet bars and fossil rock fireplaces offer a touch of timeless sophistication, while the expansive rooms, black and jade slate flooring, and recently painted interiors evoke the classic elegance of a mid-century retreat. French doors open to a pool area that invites lively gatherings under the stars, surrounded by mature privacy landscaping. With 4 spacious bedrooms, 6 bathrooms (including two cabana baths), and a versatile bonus room, this home is both flexible and expansive, offering a huge attic space with a peaked roof perfect for future additions. The sprawling corner lot, with its front lawn ready to be enclosed for children's play or pets, is brimming with potential whether it's transforming the cabana into an ADU or creating a vibrant community space where neighbors still gather like they did in 1961. Centrally located near LA's major attractions, this home offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of mid-century history while embracing the possibilities of today.
  1. Listed by Marcella Ketelhut • DRE #02044046 • Brokerage DRE #01407690 • Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Rod Aragon • DRE #00978710 • Brokerage DRE #01407690 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

Zoning
LAR1
Style
Mid-Century
Parcel Number
2285002038
Living Area
3551
Source Living Area
Vendor Enhanced
Area
Encino (ENC)
Subdivision Name
Royal Oaks
Lot Size Area
13634
LISTING UPDATED: 09/12/2024 02:46 PM

Property Details for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

StatusActive
MLS #24-424533
Days on Market26
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,634 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Building Information for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,634 SF

Property Information for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Builders Tract Name: Royal Oaks
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Attached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Mountains
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Security Features: Fire and Smoke Detection System, Exterior Security Lights, 24 Hour
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Agency
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.313
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13634
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 98x140
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Location: Corner Lot
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Attached, Parking for Guests - Onsite
  • Total Parking: 3
  • Parking Features: Guest
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Attic, Bonus Room, Den, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: 2nd Story Family Room, Attic, Bar, Bonus Room, Breakfast, Cabana, Den, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Patio Open, Powder, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Den, Living Room
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Dual, Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Dual, Multi/Zone, Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Slate, Hardwood
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Attic Fan, Gas Dryer Hookup, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Intercom, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Freezer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Built-Ins, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Interior Features: Bar
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • Cooking Appliances: Double Oven, Cooktop - Gas
  • Laundry: Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Filtered
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Filtered
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fence: Masonry
  • Sprinklers: Front, Sprinkler Timer
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Construction: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Other Structures: Cabana
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 08-22-2024

Property History for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$194,325Additions$425,309Total$619,634
Tax Record2023$8,028 ($669 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,551 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,551 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,630 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningLAR1CountyLOS ANGELESAPN2285-002-038

Schools near 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Charter - K to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lanai Road Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hesby Oaks
CharterK to 8

William Mulholland Middle School
Public6 to 8

Birmingham Community Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

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15400 Valley Vista Boulevard is a single family home for sale in Encino, CA 91436. This property was listed for sale on August 22, 2024 by Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $2,695,000. This listing's school district is Los Angeles Unified School District. Nearby schools include Lanai Road Elementary School, Hesby Oaks and William Mulholland Middle School. 15400 Valley Vista Boulevard is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,551 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Marcella Ketelhut, DRE #02044046; Sotheby's International Realty, Rod Aragon, DRE #00978710

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