501 N Cahuenga Blvd

$5,495,000
Price
5
Beds
4,596 Sq. Ft.
$1,196 / Sq. Ft.
4,596
Sq. Ft.
$1,196
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Extensively renovated and expanded Mediterranean home, gracefully set above the street on a prime corner lot in the heart of Hancock Park. Blending timeless architecture with modern comfort, this two-story residence offers sophistication, warmth, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Expanded in the 1950s by famed architect John Lautner, the home retains its distinctive character while featuring an open design ideal for today's lifestyle. Sliding glass walls open to a lush backyard with a expansive...Extensively renovated and expanded Mediterranean home, gracefully set above the street on a prime corner lot in the heart of Hancock Park. Blending timeless architecture with modern comfort, this two-story residence offers sophistication, warmth, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Expanded in the 1950s by famed architect John Lautner, the home retains its distinctive character while featuring an open design ideal for today's lifestyle. Sliding glass walls open to a lush backyard with a expansive grassy lawn, swimmer's pool, putting green, and private bonus office or gym. The main level features a grand two-story entry, formal living room with fireplace and French doors to a sunny patio, a gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar and casual dining area. The adjacent Lautner-designed den includes a fireplace and sunken wet bar. A main-level suite functions as a guest retreat or secondary primary bedroom, complete with a luxurious bathroom, 2 walk-in closets, and built-in Murphy bed. A powder room, laundry room, and large pantry with wine frig complete the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite enjoys its own wing with dual walk-in closets, spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and oversized shower, and a private patio overlooking the grounds. Three additional bedrooms (one en-suite) plus a hall bath complete the upper level. Enjoy the Wilshire Country Club's annual fireworks from your own backyard. Ideally located between the Country Club and Los Angeles Tennis Club, this home also holds Hollywood history as the former residence of film director Robert Aldrich. Coveted 3rd St Elementary Schoo

Property Details for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

Zoning
LARE9
Style
Mediterranean
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
5523037016
Living Area
4596
Source Living Area
Plans
Area
Hancock Park (HPK)
Lot Size Area
14376

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 09:36 AM

Property Details for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

StatusActive
MLS #25621049
Days on Market14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,376 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Larchmont, Peter V Buonocore, DRE #01279107
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Building Information for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,376 SF

Payment Calculator

$31,669 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$27,153

Property Taxes

$4,516

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Golf Course
  • View: Golf Course
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.33
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14376
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 80x180
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 3
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Living Room, Family Room, Bonus Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Formal Entry
  • Rooms: Living Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Patio Open, Patio Covered, Pantry, Bonus Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Two Primaries, Primary Bedroom, Powder, Formal Entry
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas and Wood, Family Room, Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Mixed
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: Other
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 11-20-2025

Property History for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 20, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25607025

$5,795,000—
Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25621049

$5,495,000—
Nov 20, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25607025

—
Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25621049

$5,495,000—
Oct 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25607025

$5,795,000—
Oct 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25607025

$5,795,000—
Sep 10, 2015

Sold

CLAW #15-923963

$3,785,000—
Sep 10, 2015

Sold

CRMLS #15923963

$3,785,000—
Sep 2, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555359949

$3,785,000

+54.2% / yr

Aug 3, 2015

Pending

CRMLS #15923963

—
Aug 3, 2015

Pending

CLAW #15-923963

—
Jul 16, 2015

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #15923963

$3,795,000—
Jul 16, 2015

Listed (Active)

CLAW #15-923963

$3,795,000—
Apr 10, 2014

Sold

CLAW #13-708407

$2,050,000—
Apr 10, 2014

Sold

CRMLS #13708407

$2,050,000—
Apr 3, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412765353

$2,050,000—
Mar 3, 2014

Pending

CRMLS #13708407

—
Jan 2, 2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #13708407

$2,375,000—
Dec 30, 2013

Pending

CLAW #13-708407

—
Oct 1, 2013

Listed (Active)

CLAW #13-708407

$2,375,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25607025

$5,795,000
11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25621049

$5,495,000
11/20/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25607025

—
11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25621049

$5,495,000
10/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25607025

$5,795,000
10/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25607025

$5,795,000
09/10/2015

Sold

CLAW #15-923963

$3,785,000
09/10/2015

Sold

CRMLS #15923963

$3,785,000
09/02/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555359949

$3,785,000

+54.2% / yr

08/03/2015

Pending

CRMLS #15923963

—
08/03/2015

Pending

CLAW #15-923963

—
07/16/2015

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #15923963

$3,795,000
07/16/2015

Listed (Active)

CLAW #15-923963

$3,795,000
04/10/2014

Sold

CLAW #13-708407

$2,050,000
04/10/2014

Sold

CRMLS #13708407

$2,050,000
04/03/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412765353

$2,050,000
03/03/2014

Pending

CRMLS #13708407

—
01/02/2014

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #13708407

$2,375,000
12/30/2013

Pending

CLAW #13-708407

—
10/01/2013

Listed (Active)

CLAW #13-708407

$2,375,000

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

Public Records for 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$3,136,468Additions$1,344,199Total$4,480,667
Tax Record2025$54,193 ($4,516 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt4,423 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,423 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,372 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923ZoningLARE9CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5523-037-016

Schools near 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Third Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfax Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Melrose Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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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501 North Cahuenga Boulevard is a single family home for sale in Los Angeles, CA 90004. This property was listed for sale on November 20, 2025 by Keller Williams Larchmont, it's currently listed at $5,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 14 days and was last sold on September 10, 2015. This listing's school district is Los Angeles Unified School District. Nearby schools include Third Street Elementary School, Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School and Fairfax Senior High School. 501 North Cahuenga Boulevard is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,596 sqft single family home built in 1923.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Larchmont, Peter V Buonocore, DRE #01279107

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