1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90046

$2,850,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,187 Sq. Ft.
$1,303 / Sq. Ft.
2,187
Sq. Ft.
$1,303
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Designed by famed LA architect H.J. Knauer and located on the premier, tree-lined street in coveted Sunset Square, this unique Spanish Colonial Revival is a romantic urban oasis in the heart of the city. Once known as "The Chess Set" and home to national chess competitions, World Champion Bobby Fischer would stay in the guest house for months at a time. The home has had many recent updates including French Oak hardwood floors throughout. The main floor features a lovely hallway with a coved ceiling...Designed by famed LA architect H.J. Knauer and located on the premier, tree-lined street in coveted Sunset Square, this unique Spanish Colonial Revival is a romantic urban oasis in the heart of the city. Once known as "The Chess Set" and home to national chess competitions, World Champion Bobby Fischer would stay in the guest house for months at a time. The home has had many recent updates including French Oak hardwood floors throughout. The main floor features a lovely hallway with a coved ceiling leading to a large living room, Spanish-style cook's kitchen, formal dining room and powder room. The living room and kitchen offer seamless indoor/outdoor flow to a private and hedged backyard retreat. This incredible space includes a pool, spa, covered patio, courtyard with pond, outdoor fireplace and outdoor dining area with built-in grill. A spacious primary suite with Juliet balcony to tree-lined views is located upstairs along with a guest room including an en-suite bathroom. A detached guest house includes a private entrance, bedroom with high ceilings, kitchenette, breakfast nook, large entertaining room and recently-renovated bathroom. A 240 volt outlet / EV charger is located in the driveway. The property is strategically located near Runyon Canyon Park, Sunset/Crescent Heights shopping, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Bristol Farms, Chateau Marmont, restaurants, gym, entertainment and the best of the Sunset Strip & West Hollywood. Welcome home!

Listing Agent

  1. Charlie Schuster

    Charlie Schuster

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01935761

    charlie@compass.com

    P: 310.867.4949

Property Details for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

Zoning
LAR1
Style
Spanish
Parcel Number
5551019012
Living Area
2187
Source Living Area
Vendor Enhanced
Area
Hollywood (C20)
Lot Size Area
6750
Source Lot Size Area
Vendor Enhanced

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Charlie Schuster, DRE #01935761

Sold By Compass, Amy Um, DRE #01961595; Compass, Augustine Um, DRE #02146399

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/12/2022 03:21 PM

Property Details for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #22-171801
Days on Market8
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,750 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Charlie Schuster, DRE #01935761

Sold By Compass, Amy Um, DRE #01961595; Compass, Augustine Um, DRE #02146399

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Building Information for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,750 SF

Payment Calculator

$18,432 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$15,554

Property Taxes

$2,878

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

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: Tree Top, Trees/Woods
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Security Features: Gated, Other, Prewired for alarm system
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: Historical
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.155
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6750
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x135
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Location: Flats
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Center Hall, Den, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Media Room, Office, Recreation, Retreat, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Breakfast Bar, Center Hall, Den, Dining Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Gym, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Office, Other, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Powder, Rec Room, Retreat, Studio, Walk-In Closet
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace Rooms: Exterior, Gas
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Air, Dual
  • Cooling Type: Central, Dual
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Stone
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Dryer, Washer, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Island
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Shower in Tub, Shower
  • Bathroom Features: Powder Room, Remodeled, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall
  • Bedroom Features: WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Built-In Gas, Built-Ins, Oven, Gas Grill, Gas, Double Oven, Microwave
  • Laundry: Inside, In Unit
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area, Formal Dining Rm, Family Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Living Room, In Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, Family Kitchen, In Living Room, In Kitchen
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Heated, Hot Tub, In Ground, Private
  • Fence: Wrought Iron
  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Patio Features: Covered
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structural Features: Barbecue Private, Balcony, French Doors, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Other Structures: Pool House, GuestHouse, Cabana
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 06-23-2022

Property History for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,244,100Additions$605,900Total$2,850,000
Tax Record2023$34,534 ($2,878 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,187 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,187 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningLAR1CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5551-019-012

Schools near 1545 North Orange Grove Avenue

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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gardner Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hollywood Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Fairfax Senior High School
Public9 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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