637 South Lucerne Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90005

$7,200,000
Last Sold Price
9
Beds
8
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
13,098 Sq. Ft.
$550 / Sq. Ft.
13,098
Sq. Ft.
$550
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated in the heart of Hancock Park, this stunning Victorian home infuses the beauty of modern elements with historical charm. Designed by the renowned John C. Austin, best known for The Griffith Observatory, this home stands as one of the last early Wilshire Boulevard homes still in existence. Recently reimagined by architect and designer Xorin Balbes, this 9-bedroom, 11-bathroom home effortlessly emulates luxury while spanning four floors and encompassing over 13,000 square feet. The main level...Situated in the heart of Hancock Park, this stunning Victorian home infuses the beauty of modern elements with historical charm. Designed by the renowned John C. Austin, best known for The Griffith Observatory, this home stands as one of the last early Wilshire Boulevard homes still in existence. Recently reimagined by architect and designer Xorin Balbes, this 9-bedroom, 11-bathroom home effortlessly emulates luxury while spanning four floors and encompassing over 13,000 square feet. The main level welcomes you through a grand foyer and showcases a living room that opens to an elegant formal dining room, music room and media room. The gourmet chef's kitchen provides a large center island, top-of-the-line appliances including a wine fridge, butler pantry, and sunny breakfast room. Upstairs sits the primary bedroom with a spa-like bathroom that has dual vanities, a free-standing tub near a fireplace, and large walk-in closet. Additional features include a yoga room, custom gym, billiards room, den/office, soaring ceilings and abundant windows that provides abundant natural light throughout. An entertainer's dream, the backyard has matured landscaping that offers ample privacy, a grand pool and spa, BBQ, fire-pit and a detached guest house with full kitchen and two additional bedrooms. Rich in history, this cultural masterpiece truly has it all.
  1. Listed by Joshua Altman • DRE #01764587 • Brokerage DRE #01883938 • Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
  2. Listed by Matthew J. Altman • DRE #01874316 • Brokerage DRE #01883938 • Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.

Property Details for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

Zoning
LARE15
Style
Victorian
Parcel Number
5505021016
Living Area
13098
Source Living Area
Appraiser
Area
Hancock Park-Wilshire
Lot Size Area
18900
Source Lot Size Area
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2024 11:52 AM

Property Details for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

StatusSold
MLS #22-124409
Days on Market109
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1902
Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,900 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

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Building Information for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

Stories3Year Built1902Building Size-Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,900 SF

Property Information for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 3
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Tree Top, Pool
  • View: Pool
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Sewer: In Street
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: As Is, Listing Broker Advantage
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.4339
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18900
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Garage, Driveway, Covered Parking, Gated
  • Total Parking: 12
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 9
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Carport Spaces Total: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door, Garage, Driveway, Covered, Gated
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Dressing Area, Family Room, Great Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Media Room, Office, Recreation, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Utility Room, Wine Cellar
  • Rooms: Bar, Billiard Room, Bonus Room, Breakfast, Breakfast Area, Card Room, Den/Office, Dining Area, Dressing Area, Family Room, Great Room, Guest House, Gym, Library, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Office, Pantry, Powder, Rec Room, Study, Study/Office, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Utility Room, Wine Cellar
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Bath, Dining Room, Den, Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas, Game Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Bath, Dining, Den, Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas, Game Room
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Multi/Zone, Central
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Cable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Other, Recessed Lighting, Turnkey, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Gourmet Kitchen, Pantry
  • Room Bathroom Features: Vanity area, Shower in Tub, Linen Closet/Storage
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Shower and Tub, Shower Over Tub, Linen Closet
  • Bedroom Features: Dressing Area, Master Bedroom, Master Retreat, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Built-In Gas, Oven, Range Hood, Range, Microwave
  • Laundry: Inside, Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Kitchen Island, In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Virtual Tour Url: https://vimeo.com/680143628
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Waterfall
  • Pool Features: Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Waterfall
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: In Ground, Heated, Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fence: Wrought Iron
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 02-04-2022

Property History for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$6,120,000Additions$1,224,000Total$7,344,000
Tax Record2023$89,496 ($7,458 / month)
Home Facts
Beds11Total Finished SqFt11,331 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt11,331 SqFtLot Size18,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1902ZoningLARE15CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5505-021-016

Schools near 637 South Lucerne Boulevard

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

Fairfax Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Magnolia Science Academy 6 School
Charter6 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., Joshua Altman, DRE #01764587; Douglas Elliman of California, Inc., Matthew J. Altman, DRE #01874316

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