7917 Woodrow Wilson Dr

$4,375,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,305 Sq. Ft.
$1,016 / Sq. Ft.
4,305
Sq. Ft.
$1,016
per Sq. Ft.

Description

On the market for the first time in over six decades, this soulful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence was the longtime home of legendary filmmaker John Cassavetes and acclaimed actress Gena Rowlands. Set on nearly an acre in the Hollywood Hills, the property spans approximately 4,305 sq ft and sits across three contiguous parcels totaling 37,992 sq including one buildable lot, offering rare future potential in this coveted location. A long, tree-lined approach leads to a classic traditional home with...On the market for the first time in over six decades, this soulful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence was the longtime home of legendary filmmaker John Cassavetes and acclaimed actress Gena Rowlands. Set on nearly an acre in the Hollywood Hills, the property spans approximately 4,305 sq ft and sits across three contiguous parcels totaling 37,992 sq including one buildable lot, offering rare future potential in this coveted location. A long, tree-lined approach leads to a classic traditional home with elegant Hollywood Regency details, gracious scale, and abundant natural light. The main level features formal living and dining rooms, a classic bar for entertaining, and a spacious bedroom suite offering flexibility for guests or creative use. Oversized windows frame views of treetops and natural greenery from every room, creating a serene and immersive connection to the landscape. Upstairs, the primary suite offers privacy and presence, while additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and thoughtfully arranged. Original architectural details remain intact, including a one-of-a-kind hand-painted bathroom artistic centerpiece created by a family member. The home is surrounded by nature and bordered by acres of protected county land, enhancing its sense of peace, privacy, and timeless retreat. This was not only a home, but a creative sanctuary where films such as Faces, A Woman Under the Influence, Minnie and Moskowitz, and Love Streams were conceived, edited, and in part filmed, contributing to the legacy of American independent cinema. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own an authentic piece of Hollywood history.

Property Details for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

Zoning
LARE11
Style
Traditional
Cross Streets
Laurel Canyon
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
5570022008
Living Area
4305
Source Living Area
Vendor Enhanced
Area
Sunset Strip - Hollywood Hills West (C03)
LISTING UPDATED: 10/04/2025 11:21 AM

Property Details for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

StatusSold
MLS #25577301
Days on Market23
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.87 AC / 37,992 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kate Blackwood, DRE #01237139; Compass, Kristal Moffett, DRE #01885488

Sold By Compass, Kristal Moffett, DRE #01885488

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Building Information for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

Stories2Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.87 AC / 37,992 SF

Payment Calculator

$22,067 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$21,618

Property Taxes

$449

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

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: Canyon
  • View: Canyon
  • Guest House: None
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Maids Room: true
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Financing: Cash To New Loan
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Agency
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5876
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 37992
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 154x168
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door, Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Basement, Bonus Room, Center Hall, Sun, Entry, Living Room
  • Rooms: 2nd Story Family Room, Bar, Basement, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Center Hall, Service Entrance, Sun, Separate Maids Qtrs, Primary Bedroom, Powder, Entry, Living Room, Other, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Dining Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Mixed
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Bar, Basement - Partial, Built-Ins
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Gas/Electric Range, Range Hood
  • Laundry: Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Formal Dining Rm, In Kitchen
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Patio Features: Concrete Slab, Screened Porch, Patio Open, Awning
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 08-12-2025

Property History for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2025

Sold

CLAW #25577301

$4,375,000—
Oct 2, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #25577301

$4,375,000—
Sep 3, 2025

Pending

CLAW #25577301

—
Sep 3, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #25577301

—
Aug 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914676313

$4,375,000—
Aug 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25577301

$4,995,000—
Aug 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25577301

$4,995,000—
Jul 11, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25560975

—
Jul 11, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25560975

$5,495,000—
Jul 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25560975

$5,495,000—
Jul 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25560975

$5,495,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2025

Sold

CLAW #25577301

$4,375,000
10/02/2025

Sold

CRMLS #25577301

$4,375,000
09/03/2025

Pending

CLAW #25577301

—
09/03/2025

Pending

CRMLS #25577301

—
08/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914676313

$4,375,000
08/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25577301

$4,995,000
08/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25577301

$4,995,000
07/11/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #25560975

—
07/11/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #25560975

$5,495,000
07/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25560975

$5,495,000
07/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25560975

$5,495,000

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

Public Records for 7917 Woodrow Wilson Drive

Taxable ValueLand$227,499Additions$156,400Total$383,899
Tax Record2025$5,389 ($449 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt4,305 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,305 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,590 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningLARE11CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5570-022-008

Schools near 7917 Woodrow Wilson 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

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kate Blackwood, DRE #01237139; Compass, Kristal Moffett, DRE #01885488

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