1705 Rancho Avenue

Glendale, CA 91201

$4,250,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
5
Baths
4,255 Sq. Ft.
$999 / Sq. Ft.
4,255
Sq. Ft.
$999
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 4/1/22

Closed 4/1/22

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Description

Iconic Equestrian Estate formerly owned by Oscar-winning actress Bette Davis is now available for the first time in over 25 years. Located on historic Rancho Avenue overlooking Bette Davis Park and the mountains of Griffith Park sits this rare property with a long equestrian history. Direct path to Griffith Park with 60 miles of riding and walking trails and hacking distance to the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Quintessential gated English Tudor compound on a 29,466 SQFT lot (flat) with 4255 SQFT...Iconic Equestrian Estate formerly owned by Oscar-winning actress Bette Davis is now available for the first time in over 25 years. Located on historic Rancho Avenue overlooking Bette Davis Park and the mountains of Griffith Park sits this rare property with a long equestrian history. Direct path to Griffith Park with 60 miles of riding and walking trails and hacking distance to the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Quintessential gated English Tudor compound on a 29,466 SQFT lot (flat) with 4255 SQFT of Living space (3221 SF main house & 1034 SF guest house) offers exceptional amenities to both horse lovers and those who simply value ample space and calming park-like privacy. The location is within the H zone for boarding horses. The estate offers a Main House, Barn, Turnouts, Pool with Changing Room, Office/Studio, Game Room, and Guest House. An entry gate with grandfathered wall and mature ficus hedge provides unequaled privacy. The Tudor home features brick walls, gothic beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, French doors, and large bay windows. The 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home boasts 2 fireplaces with the bedroom fireplace from the set of Jezebel,'' the movie for which Ms. Davis won an Oscar. The 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom guest house is complete with original stained glass windows. You can also retreat outdoors to your own private park-like backyard paradise complete with a pool and wisteria-covered pergola for entertaining. Horse facilities include a matching Tudor brick barn with large box stalls, feed room, tack room, wash racks with hot and cold water, shaded turnouts, and room to park a horse trailer. The sprawling public riding arena next door provides ample room for on-site exercise or ride over to the Los Angeles Equestrian Center for training and horse shows with Grand Prix and World Cup classes. The estate is near Glendale's award-winning school district & only minutes away from The Americana's upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment, downtown LA, major studios as well as Toluca Lake, Pasadena, La Canada & Silver Lake. This is a truly special and rare opportunity to own the home you've always dreamed of.
  1. Listed by Naira Khnkoyan • DRE #01257038 • Brokerage DRE #02022654 • Platinum Realty Group Inc

Property Details for 1705 Rancho Avenue

View
Mountain(s), Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
Parking Spaces Total
0
Private Pool
No
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Public Records
Living Area
4255
Assessor Parcel Number
5626-007-002
Property Attached YN
false
LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2022 08:36 AM

Property Details for 1705 Rancho Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #320009552
Days on Market10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1934
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,466 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Building Information for 1705 Rancho Avenue

Stories-Year Built1934Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,466 SF

Property Information for 1705 Rancho Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Number Of Units In Community: 0
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, See Remarks, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Exterior Features
  • View Description: Trees/Woods
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool: Below Ground
Green Info
  • Walk Score: 0
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 0
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Land Lease Amount: $0
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: Two
Parking Info
  • Number Remotes: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Not Applicable-105
  • Builders Tract Code: Not Applicable-105
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 1705 Rancho Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1705 Rancho Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,381,300Additions$1,040,400Total$4,421,700
Tax Record2024$48,562 ($4,047 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,221 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,221 SqFtStories2Lot Size29,470 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1934ZoningGLR1HYCountyLOS ANGELESAPN5626-007-002

Schools near 1705 Rancho Avenue

This home is within Glendale Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Balboa Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Eleanor J. Toll Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Herbert Hoover High School
Public - 9 to 12
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Balboa Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Eleanor J. Toll Middle School
Public6 to 8

Herbert Hoover High School
Public9 to 12

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
PublicK to 6

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Listing Courtesy of Platinum Realty Group Inc, Naira Khnkoyan, DRE #01257038

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