$5,039,611*
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House -
Off Market
2239 Canyon Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90068
4 Beds
6 Baths
5037 Sqft
$4,496,000 - $5,494,000
Reference Base Price*
0.89%
Since Aug 1, 2023
CA-Los Angeles
Primary Model
Sold Jul 21, 2023
$5,552,500
Buyer
$3,886,750
by City National Bank
Mortgage Due Aug 01, 2053
Sold Sep 14, 2004
$1,290,000
Buyer
Seller
$1,000,000
by Metrociti Mortgage Llc
Mortgage Due Oct 01, 2029
About This Property
Historic opportunity to own this golden-era neocolonial estate,
nestled in Hollywood's legendary hillside enclave, The Oaks. Built
on acreage once owned by silent film matinee idol Francis X.
Bushman, the red brick stunner at 2239 Canyon Drive was designed by
famed Los Angeles architect William J. Gage, whose impressive
portfolio includes the iconic Beverly Hills City Hall and actress
Donna Reed's neoclassical abode. Commissioned in 1941 by an heir to
the Sealy mattress fortune, the residence contains 4 bedrooms, 4
bathrooms, and 2 powder rooms spanning 4,343 square-feet. The
majestic half-acre grounds are bathed in full sun from daybreak to
nightfall, featuring a 694 square-foot two-story guest cottage that
once served as the carriage house for Mr. Bushman's hunting lodge
in the 1920s. Having changed hands only once in 82 years, the
property has undergone significant renovations in two phases. The
first involved converting the carriage house into a romantic haven,
construction of a resort style 40-foot pool and spa surrounded by
custom natural stone hardscaping, lush indigenous gardens, and the
installation of over 200 mature privacy trees with protective
fencing that spans the entire perimeter of the 28,874 square-foot
lot. New to the estate are tailor-made built-in libraries in the
living room and primary bedroom, bay window seating in the piano
room, an expanded formal dining room, and a custom daybed for the
den. A Control 4 smart-home system, new HVAC, tankless water
heaters, and state-of-the-art home security were also installed,
while the second story was transformed into a screening room and/or
additional bedroom, complete with its own HVAC system. Preserving
its authentic charm, the restoration team meticulously revived the
iron casement windows, 1940s-bathroom tiles, and virgin white oak
floors sourced from the original clearing. A commercial-grade
wrought iron security gate, hand-crafted solid oak garage door,
copper rain gutters, and new roof were added for enhanced
functionality and style, and a robust hillside drainage system
including three underground gravel pits with a capacity of 900
cubic-feet was engineered for optimal hillside water management.
With on-site parking for four vehicles, including an oversized
two-car garage, this property offers convenience and accessibility
while its prime location is walkable to Griffith Park above and
Franklin Village below. An extraordinary opportunity to own a piece
of history in the heart of Hollywood's enchanting landscape.
The manager has listed the unit size as 5037 square feet.
The manager has listed the unit size as 5037 square feet.
Unit Size
5,037Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.57 acres
Price per sqft
$992
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1941
Price History
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