Our latest listing takes us to South Los Angeles. Painted in a deep hue, this three-bedroom Craftsman house is rich in quintessential character details from the early 1900s. Inside, features include 14-foot-high ceilings, hardwood floors, an original fireplace, and a chef’s kitchen that seamlessly blends with modern amenities. There’s a fantastic connection to the outdoors where mature trees shade gatherings and allow dining alfresco. Nestled between Leimert Park and West Adams, placing you in the heart of two of the city’s most welcoming communities, there’s easy access to Downtown Los Angeles, Culver City, and the beaches.
The House Tour
Thoughtfully restored, the interior opens to the living room, anchored by an original brick fireplace, with box beams lining the ceilings and wainscotting decorating the walls. To your right, French doors open to a brightly lit home office or guest space with a garden view.
At the center of the home, a chef’s kitchen sets the stage for hosting and gathering beneath soaring 14-foot ceilings, a dramatic skylight, and a gracious breakfast nook. A professional Bluestar range, Bosch dishwasher, and Fisher Paykel refrigerator complement Clé tile, white concrete countertops, and stainless steel and brass fixtures.
The primary suite offers a private retreat with a walk-in closet and a serene ensuite bath featuring a sky-framing skylight, blending classic craftsmanship with modern design. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath create flexibility for work, play, or guests without compromising flow.
French doors open to a hardwood deck with a built-in cedar hot tub or plunge pool, custom benches, and an outdoor shower. The drought-tolerant backyard doubles as an alfresco dining space, featuring a built-in kitchen with a barbecue, stainless countertops, refrigerator, and a wood-fired pizza oven, all situated beneath three mature olive trees. The fully reimagined 270 sq. ft. flex space functions as a workshop or studio with exposed Douglas Fir beams, eastern-facing skylights, top-coated concrete floors, and a mini-split HVAC system. Ready for creative ambitions.
The Neighborhood
The property stands on a storied street lined with century-old homes that collectively celebrate the best of LA’s past and future. The residents have active block clubs, book clubs, and WhatsApp group chats, which give this pocket a small-town vibe. Nearby neighborhoods include Leimert Park, West Adams, Downtown LA, and Culver City, where you’ll enjoy the vibrant art and culinary scenes of each neighborhood. Exposition Park is moments away, where you can visit the Natural History Museum or watch a sports event at the BMO Stadium. There’s also easy access to the beach communities.
