Courtesy of Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
Property Description
For the first time since 1982, one of the original crown jewels of the Hollywood Riviera is being offered to the market. Built in 1929 by celebrated architect C.S. Argenbright as his personal residence, this extraordinary Spanish Revival estate is a true legacy propertyrich with character, history, and artistry. Crafted on a lush 7,478 square foot lot with amazing ocean views, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home spans 3,201 square feet of meticulously maintained living space, blending timeless elegance with thoughtful custom enhancements made over four decades by the current ownera talented mechanical engineer and designer. A sense of romance and craftsmanship greets you at every turn. Original details abound: a red terracotta roof, hand-painted ceilings, stained glass accents, hand-hewn beams, and decorative wrought iron. The foyer’s staircase is adorned with an artful collection of Malibu and Catalina tiles. The expansive living room is bathed in natural light from large windows on three sidestwo of which feature whimsical bottle glasswhile an enchanting Shakespeare balcony enhances the formal dining room. Custom built-ins, original arches, and hardwood floors reflect the integrity of Argenbrights vision, while handcrafted tilework and custom furniture pieces designed and built by the owner add layers of warmth and pride of ownership. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private sanctuary complete with an attached sunroom and a balcony offering sweeping views of the coastlinean idyllic space to begin or end your day. Two additional upstairs bedrooms share a charming Jack-and-Jill
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Property Details and Features
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Bathrooms
- 2 half bathrooms
- 2 full bathrooms
- 4 total bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- 4 total bedrooms
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Building
- 3,201 estimated square feet
- Source: Appraisal
- Built in 1929
- 2 stories
- 2 story
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Water Features
- Public
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Listing
- Source: SDMLS
- For Sale
- 78 days on market
- Listed on 2025-03-15
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Location
- County: Los Angeles
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Lot
- Approximately 7,478 square feet
- 4,000-7,499 SF
- Approximately 0 acres
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Miscellaneous
- Suburban
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Garage
- 2 garage parking spaces
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Parking
- 2 total parking spaces
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Pool
- Below Ground
- Private
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Property
- Irrigation: Sprinklers
- Ocean
- Pier
- Coastline
- City Lights
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Sewer
- Public Sewer
