2579 Leicester Dr

$1,999,000
Price
5
Beds
4,900 Sq. Ft.
$408 / Sq. Ft.
4,900
Sq. Ft.
$408
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Prime location! Located in one of the most desirable pockets of the famous Hollywood Hills, Mount Olympus! The property features 2 combined parcels, offering outstanding potential for outdoor expansion. This home sits high between Laurel Canyon and Nichols Canyon, tucked away on a quiet, private' end street with amazing canyon views and a peaceful setting. The home features a multi level great floor plan including basement room. Large living room, family room, open full kitchen, dining area, & breakfast...Prime location! Located in one of the most desirable pockets of the famous Hollywood Hills, Mount Olympus! The property features 2 combined parcels, offering outstanding potential for outdoor expansion. This home sits high between Laurel Canyon and Nichols Canyon, tucked away on a quiet, private' end street with amazing canyon views and a peaceful setting. The home features a multi level great floor plan including basement room. Large living room, family room, open full kitchen, dining area, & breakfast area, high ceilings with skylights. Views overlooking nature, canyons landscapes, local wildlife, sunsets, and even the stars at night' giving you the best of both worlds, the calm nature surroundings with close city access. It’s a rare find where you can enjoy the peaceful beauty of canyon living while still being just minutes away from the Sunset Strip, major studios, and everything LA has to offer. Also located in a good school district. Perfect for Owner user, Builder, or Investor. Don’t miss this one !

Property Details for 2579 Leicester Drive

View
Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Valley
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
4900
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 04:37 PM

Property Details for 2579 Leicester Drive

StatusActive
MLS #SR25190968
Days on Market85
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1989
Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,437 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Rodeo Realty, Orit Maimon, DRE #01259459
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Building Information for 2579 Leicester Drive

Stories3Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,437 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,664 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,878

Property Taxes

$786

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2579 Leicester Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 7871
  • Tax Census Tract: 1941.02
  • Tax Lot: 27
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Mountainous
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop
  • Equipment: Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Attic Fan, Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry
  • Room Type: Basement, Bonus Room, Converted Bedroom, Den, Family Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Media Room, Multi-Level Bedroom, Office
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Features: Converted Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Separated
  • Basement: Finished
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry
  • Entry Location: FRONT
  • Structures: Mountainous
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Mountainous
  • Property Condition: Fixer, Repairs Cosmetic
  • Miscellaneous: Mountainous
  • View Description: Canyon, Hills, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Valley
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Lanai, Patio, Patio Open, Porch, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: 5565021028
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Cul-De-Sac
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: Three Or More, Multi/Split
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Private
  • Parking Non-Garage: Garage
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Private
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 2579 Leicester Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR25190968

$1,999,997—
Sep 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR25190968MR

$1,999,997—
Aug 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SR25190968

$1,999,997—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR25190968

$1,999,997
09/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR25190968MR

$1,999,997
08/27/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SR25190968

$1,999,997

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2579 Leicester Drive

Taxable ValueLand$521,173Additions$231,264Total$752,437
Tax Record2025$9,434 ($786 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,639 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,639 SqFtLot Size5,656 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989ZoningLARE11CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5565-021-029

Schools near 2579 Leicester Drive

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Carpenter Community Charter School
CharterK to 5

Walter Reed Middle School
Public6 to 8

North Hollywood Senior High School
Public9 to 12

West Hollywood Opportunity School
Public7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2579 Leicester Drive is a single family home for sale in Los Angeles, CA 90046. This property was listed for sale on August 27, 2025 by Rodeo Realty, it's currently listed at $1,999,000. This listing's school district is Los Angeles Unified School District. Nearby schools include Carpenter Community Charter School, Walter Reed Middle School and North Hollywood Senior High School. 2579 Leicester Drive is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,900 sqft single family home built in 1989.

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