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Glendale 91208 Verdugo Woodlands
1855 Verdugo Knolls Drive
$1,500,000
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1855 Verdugo Knolls Drive

Glendale, CA 91208
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,552 Ft²
$7,611
Est. Monthly

About This Property

MILLS ACT APPROVED!! Home is now eligible for significant property tax reduction! The MacBride House (1924) - A rare 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,552-square-foot Storybook Tudor tucked into the trees of Glendale's Verdugo Woodlands, revived through a meticulous two-year restoration that brought back its original soul while introducing modern comfort. Approved for the Mills Act, this home offers not only a connection to Glendale's architectural heritage but also significant long-term property-tax savings. Built by an English craftsman who once worked for early Hollywood film studios, this home feels like it was lifted straight from Disney's Snow White, with whimsical rooflines, arched doorways, and hand-carved details that radiate storybook magic. Inside, vaulted open-beam ceilings and leaded-glass windows fill the grand living hall with soft light that glows across refinished wood floors. The clinker-brick inglenook fireplace, flanked by original hand-carved benches, stands as the heart of the home and a masterpiece of 1920s design. The kitchen and baths have been restored with an artist's restraint, new time period inspired wallpaper, reglazed sinks, new distressed vintage flooring in bathrooms and kitchen and new classic fixtures chosen in a way to preserve the home's authenticity. Behind the beauty, every system has been thoughtfully modernized, updated plumbing, updated electrical, dual-zone HVAC, and an EV-ready two-car garage with a finished attic loft perfect for a creative studio or private retreat. The 10,226-square-foot lot unfolds into a private paradise of meandering garden paths, intimate patios, and mountain views that make you feel completely tucked away from the world while still only five minutes from the conveniences of modern life. Even the back staircase carries a homage of Glendale's story, built from old railroad ties that reflect what once supported the trolley network that brought residents to this hillside haven a century ago. The Glendale Historical Commission has already met and formally recommended the home for Mills Act approval, with final City Council confirmation expected soon, offering the next owner both the pride of preservation and the potential for long-term property tax savings. The MacBride House is more than a home; it is a living story; a fairytale refuge that celebrates craftsmanship, imagination, and the timeless beauty that first made Glendale one of California's most enchanting communities.
Unit Size
1,552 Ft²
Days on Market
162 days
Land Size
0.23 acres
Price per sqft
$999
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1924

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Last updated: 7 months ago (CRMLS #DW25243114)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 2, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jan 28, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jan 10, 2026 Price Decreased $1,549,999
↓ $50K (3.1%)
Price Decreased
Dec 5, 2025 Price Decreased $1,599,999
↓ $50K (3%)
Price Decreased
Nov 20, 2025 Price Decreased $1,649,999
↓ $1 (0%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1924
  • Effective Year Built: 1924
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 13
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,226
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 930
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,040
  • Total Building Area: 1,552
  • Building Area: 1,552
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 6
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,552
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: 4873
  • Land Acres: 0000000235
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • Legal Description 1: TRACT NO 4873 LOT COM SE ON NE LINE OF VERDUGO KNOLLS DR 72.59 FT FROM W LINE OF LOT 5 TH N 1 31' W 54.18 FT TH N 4 01'20 E 33.21 FT TH N 64 25' E SEE ASSESSOR MAPBOOK FOR MISSING PORTIONLOT 5

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Glendale Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 300800

Zoning

  • Zoning: GLR1YY

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 18-F6
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 4873
  • Parcel: 5652-019-027
  • Lot: 5
  • Municipality: NORTH /GLEN VERDUG HLS
  • Latitude: 34.1754
  • Longitude: -118.224

    Address

  • Full Address: 1855 Verdugo Knolls Dr
  • Address - House Number: 1855
  • Address - Street Name: Verdugo Knolls
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Glendale
  • Carrier Code: C003
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2627
  • Zip Code: 91208

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $607,409
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 04-045

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.0677
  • Valuation Date: Oct 18, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 96
  • Final Value: 1,303,642
  • High Value: 1,391,907
  • Low Value: 1,215,376

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $557,314
  • Assessed Land Value: $251,445
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $305,869

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Oct 11, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Oct 18, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 710478
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1855 Verdugo Knolls Drive built and last sold?
The property at 1855 Verdugo Knolls Drive was built in 1924 and last sold on Oct 11, 2023 for $1,295,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1855 Verdugo Knolls Drive is $1,552,520.
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