2039 Micheltorena St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 - Photo 1

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$4,509,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
5 Full Baths
3,643 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Step into Los Angeles history with this extraordinary Silver Lake estate designed by renowned architect and landscape planner Mark Roy Daniels, the visionary behind Bel Air, Pebble Beach, and San Francisco's Sea Cliff. Built in 1932 under one of L.A.'s earliest building permits, this 5 bed, 5 bath, 3,643 sq ft residence embodies timeless craftsmanship with original redwood framing, plaster walls, period tile roof, and a hillside design that harmonizes with nature in Daniels' signature style. Beyond its architecture, 2039 Micheltorena tells a remarkable story. In the 1940s it was home to attorney George H. Franweig and his household staff, including Julia Morgan, later known as the grandmother and caretaker of disco icon Sylvester James whose groundbreaking music helped define an era of cultural liberation. Few Silver Lake homes of the time employed live-in staff, making this a rare enclave of elegance and service. Adding to its lore, visitors have long spoken of a spectral presence tied to crime reporter Florabel Muir, who chronicled Hollywood scandals and mob intrigue with unmatched grit. Thoughtfully updated with modern comforts HVAC, upgraded systems, restored period details, and terraced gardens for entertaining this property qualifies for Mills Act tax benefits (buyer to verify) and offers potential designation as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument. More than a home, it is a living story, where architecture, art, and the creative spirit of Silver Lake converge.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2039 Micheltorena St

General

Sold For: $4,509,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: CLAW
MLS ID: 25590147
Added to Site: 106 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: 2nd Story Family Room, Atrium, Attic, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den, Den/Office, Dining Room, Patio Open, Dressing Area, Enclosed Glass Porch, Family Room, Formal Entry, Jack And Jill, Library, Living Room, Office, Powder, Primary Bedroom, Service Entrance, Sun, Wine Cellar
Eating Areas: Country Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
Cooking Appliances: Built-In Gas, Built-Ins, Convection Oven, Cooktop - Gas, Double Oven, Free Standing Gas, Range Hood, Oven-Gas
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Flooring: Cement, Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood, Marble, Stained Concrete, Stone Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 5
Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Low Flow Shower(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Powder Room, Remodeled, Tile, Steam Shower

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Family Room: 1
Laundry: Room, Inside, Laundry Area

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Pool Description: In-Ground, Solar Heat, Private
Spa Description: None
Other Features: None

Parking

Garage Description: Attached, Built-In Storage, Controlled Entrance, Covered Parking, Direct Entrance, Driveway - Concrete, Parking for Guests, Garage Is Attached, Garage - 3 Car, Private

Location

Area: Silver Lake - Echo Park
County: Los Angeles
Driving Directions: Google Maps

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central, Dual, Multi/Zone
Heating Type: Central, Fireplace, Floor, Wall, Forced Air, Zoned

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Spanish
Structure Type: Single Family Residence
Common Walls: Attached
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 3,643
Sq. Ft. Source: Title Company
Year Built: 1932
Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced

Additional Structures

Other Structures: None

Lot Features

Property View: City, City Lights, Hills, Landmark, Mountains, Panoramic, Skyline
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2839
Lot Size: 12368
Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
Zoning: LAR1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,029.37
Assessment Year: 1932

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Reports: As Is
APN: 5431-008-001

Listed by Sotheby's International Realty, Brian Ades
Sold by Compass, Lorraine Getz

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Schools

Schools serving 2039 Micheltorena St

School District:Los Angeles Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Ivanhoe Elementary School, Los Angeles, CA 2828 Herkimer Street, Los Angeles, CA 90039	K-5	0.8 mi
Thomas Starr King Middle School 4201 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029	6-8	0.6 mi
John Marshall Senior High School 3939 Tracy Street, Los Angeles, CA 90027	9-12	0.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 2039 Micheltorena St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/06/2025

Sold

$4,509,000

20.24%

MLS

10/03/2025

Listed

$3,750,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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2039 Micheltorena St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 (MLS# 25590147) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,509,000 on November 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 2039 Micheltorena St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Silver Lake? You can browse all Silver Lake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

2039 Micheltorena St Los Angeles, CA 90039