Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Heather Scherbert 818-903-3393
Property Description
In 1926, at the height of Glendale’s golden era of architectural expansion, Samuel G. McClure — publisher and owner of the Glendale News Press — purchased a prominent knoll overlooking the growing city below. With an eye for beauty and a taste for the grand, he commissioned the construction of a Spanish masterpiece that would blend the romanticism of old-world design with the grace of California living. Nearly a century later, this extraordinary residence remains one of Rossmoyne’s most admired homes – a work of residential art that has stood the test of time. Much like the celebrated Kennedy House in Palo Alto, this residence is a stunning example of symmetrical Colonial Spanish architecture. The home’s exterior is defined by its classic proportions and rich period details – handmade decorative tiles, original steel casement windows fitted with wrought-iron grilles, smooth stucco walls, and a series of graceful arches that repeat as a unifying motif both inside and out. Each element tells a story of craftsmanship and splashes of modern artistry enhancements. The stately entry introduces the home’s grand scale and impeccable design sensibility. Beyond the foyer, a museum-like formal living room unfolds beneath a soaring wood-beamed ceiling. Light streams through the expansive picture window, illuminating wide-plank wood floors, a commanding fireplace, and a custom wet bar that invites evening conversation. Every corner reveals the thoughtful touch of artisans who had entertaining in mind. The remodeled kitchen reimagines tradition with modern luxury. Anchored by a 60-inch
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Dishwasher”
- “Microwave”
- “Refrigerator”
- “Gas Range”
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Bathrooms
- 5 total bathrooms
- 5 full bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 4 total bedrooms
- 4 possible bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 1927
- Building area total: 4441
- 2 stories
- 2 stories total
- Living area: 4441
- Living area units: Sqft
- Building area units: Sqft
- “Mediterranean/Spanish”
- “No Common Walls”
- “2 Story”
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Cooling
- “Central Forced Air”
- “Dual”
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Exterior Features
- Patio and porch features: “Covered”, “Concrete”
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Fence
- “Wrought Iron”
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Fireplaces
- “FP in Family Room”
- “FP in Living Room”
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Floors
- “Wood”
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Garage
- 2 spaces
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Water Features
- Water source: “Public”
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Heating
- “Forced Air Unit”
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Interior Features
- “Beamed Ceilings”
- “Recessed Lighting”
- “Stone Counters”
- “Wet Bar”
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Listing
- Listing ID: P1-24600
- List price: $3,695,000
- 3 days on market
- Listing contract date: 2025-10-17
- Special listing conditions: “Standard”
- “Cash”
- “Cash To New Loan”
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Lot
- 19,240 size sqft
- Size area: 0.4417
- Size units: Acres
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Parking
- Total: 2
- “Direct Garage Access”
- “Garage”
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Pool
- “Below Ground”
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Property
- Property subtype: Detached
- Property type: Residential
- “Updated/Remodeled”
- “City Lights”
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Roof
- “Tile/Clay”
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Sewer
- “Public Sewer”
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Spa
- “N/K”
