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This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 257 S Van Ness Ave in Los Angeles, CA is listed for $2,995,000 ($825 per sqft). Built in 1918, the home offers 3,631 sqft of living space on a 0.23 acres lot.

Agent Description

Set on one of Windsor Square's most iconic tree-lined streets, 257 S Van Ness is a classic California two-story home that offers elegance, scale, and endless potential. With over 3,600 square feet of living space, 5 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, the home delivers a perfect layout layout that feels both generous and effortless.

Updated over the years and well maintained, the interiors are welcoming and thoughtfully configured. With a formal entry leading into a traditional living room and dining room, the home creates a natural flow for gatherings and quiet moments alike. The kitchen is a standout - anchored by a central island, with ample counter space and a dining table making it both functional and spacious.

Whether cooking casually or entertaining a crowd, it's the heart of the home. The family room off of the kitchen opens to the backyard with room for a pool and ADU. There is also a bedroom, office, flex room and a full bath on the first floor. Upstairs, there is a primary suite as well as two additional large bedrooms that share a bath.

A surprising 800+ square foot flat roof deck is over the family room, ideal for expansion or a rooftop retreat. Set on an over 10,000 square foot lot, the property offers a large, private yard and a detached garage ready for transformation into a guesthouse. Located in the Third Street School district, this is a home that blends comfort, location, and square footage just blocks from the best of Larchmont Village. Live beautifully as is, or bring your vision to life - this is the kind of home that rarely comes to market.

Key Features

  • Built in 1918
  • 0.23 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 6 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full
6 spaces
1918

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$16,018/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$2,166
Interest$12,978
Insurance$874

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

257 S Van Ness Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90004

Property Details

Flooring

TileHardwood

Parking

GarageDriveway

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 257 S Van Ness Ave is listed at $2,995,000 ($825/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $12,978 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1918, 0.23 acre lot, 2 stories, 6 parking spaces, Fireplace.

This property is listed by Alyse Livingston and can be reached at 3106171608 or alyselivingston@compass.com.

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Alyse Livingston

Agent at Compass

(310) 617-1608

Listed by Compass

MLS# 26675995· Source: listhub· Updated 366 days ago

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257 S Van Ness Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004

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