7420 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
  • MLS#: 25493819 ( Single Family Residence )
  • Street Address: 7420 Franklin Avenue
  • Viewed: 2
  • Price: $8,800,000
  • Price sqft: $1,222
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Bldg sqft: 7200
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Baths: 6
  • Full Baths: 5
  • 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Garage / Parking Spaces: 2
  • Days On Market: 123
  • Additional Information
  • County: LOS ANGELES
  • City: Los Angeles
  • Zipcode: 90046
  • Provided by: Compass
  • Contact: Tracy Tracy
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  • Description
    A Hollywood legacy reimagined and steeped in history yet infused with modern luxury, this iconic gated estate, once the residence of legendary filmmaker Preston Sturges, is a masterpiece of design and refinement. Nestled at the base of Runyon Canyon, this private sanctuary spans approximately 7,000 square feet, surrounded by lush hedges and a serene front garden with a reflecting fountain. Step inside and be transported an extraordinary 1,800 square foot grand room anchors the home, featuring an original antique copper topped bar, a stately fireplace, and soaring ceilings that evoke the glamour of Hollywood's golden age. The formal dining room sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings, while the chef's kitchen, outfitted with a La Cornue range, invites culinary artistry. A distinguished gentleman's roomwhispered to be the site of Charlie Chaplin's first wedding adds to the home's storied past. Upstairs, the primary suite is a retreat of elegance, complete with a fireplace, spa like ensuite, and French doors leading to a private rooftop terrace with breathtaking city views. Three additional en suite guest bedrooms offer private patios, blending comfort with sophistication. An approximately 1,200 square foot guesthouse with a full kitchen, dining area, laundry, private patio, indoor sauna, and cold plunge completes this rare offering an estate that embodies timeless elegance, rich heritage, and the ultimate in Hollywood living.
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Features
Appliances
  1. Dishwasher
  2. Disposal
  3. Microwave
  4. Refrigerator
  5. Built-In
  6. Gas Cooktop
  7. Range Hood
Architectural Style
  1. Traditional
Common Walls
  1. No Common Walls
Cooling
  1. Central Air
Country
  1. US
Eating Area
  1. Dining Room
  2. In Kitchen
Entry Location
  1. Main Level
Fireplace Features
  1. Family Room
  2. Library
Flooring
  1. Wood
  2. Tile
Heating
  1. Central
Laundry Features
  1. Washer Included
  2. Dryer Included
  3. Inside
Levels
  1. Two
Living Area Source
  1. Other
Lockboxtype
  1. None
Other Structures
  1. Greenhouse
Parcel Number
  1. 5550001008
Parking Features
  1. Garage - Two Door
Pool Features
  1. In Ground
  2. Heated
Postalcodeplus4
  1. 2223
Property Type
  1. Single Family Residence
Property Condition
  1. Updated/Remodeled
Security Features
  1. Gated Community
Spa Features
  1. Heated
  2. In Ground
View
  1. City Lights
Year Built
  1. 1926
Zoning
  1. LARE9