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$2,261,500

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,176 Sq. Ft.
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Nestled behind gates & mature hedges, this enchanting 1924 Spanish estate blends old-world charm with thoughtful modern updates. Located near Hancock Park, this character-rich 3-bedroom, 2-bath main house includes a stylish detached ADU (converted garage) with its own bath, HVAC, and Murphy bed - ideal for guests, home office, or rental income. Total interior sq ft including converted garage is approximately 2,656. Inside, the dramatic living room sets the tone with soaring barrel ceilings, oversized picture windows, a classic Spanish arch, & a rare Batchelder fireplace that anchors the space. The galley kitchen opens into a sunny breakfast nook, framed by French doors that lead to a serene sun porch, perfect for morning coffee or quiet reading. Entertain with ease in the adjacent formal dining/lounge area. The renovated primary bathroom dazzles with exquisite tilework, elegant plumbing fixtures, and gold accents. Two additional bedrooms share an updated luxe bath, while a bonus den/TV room offers flexible living space. Outdoors, a pergola-shaded deck flows effortlessly into the lush backyard and outdoor dining area - an entertainer's dream. The gated lot offers privacy and serenity, all just minutes from LACMA, the Petersen Automotive Museum, The Grove, the Original Farmers Market, Whole Foods, and CBS Studios. Located in 3rd St Elementary School - Buyer must verify acceptance requirements, boundaries etc... 638 S Sycamore Ave is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Los Angeles history with timeless design, abundant natural light, and unbeatable central access. This Spanish jewel is more than a home - it's a lifestyle.

Full Property Details for 638 S Sycamore Ave

General

  • Sold For: $2,261,500
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: CLAW
  • MLS ID: 25551885
  • Added to Site: 211 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Breakfast Area, Family Room, Living Room, Patio Open, Primary Bedroom, Converted Garage, Dining Area
  • Interior Features: Crown Moldings, Turnkey, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Room, Dining Area
  • Cooking Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Oven, Range, Range Hood
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Low Flow Shower(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower Over Tub, Shower and Tub, Tile

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Family Room: 1
  • Laundry: In Closet, Inside

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Spa Description: None
  • Security/Safety: Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated
  • Other Features: GuestHouse

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Open Patio, Tile

Parking

  • Garage Description: Driveway - Concrete

Location

  • Area: Hancock Park-Wilshire
  • County: Los Angeles
  • Driving Directions: Between 6th St and Wilshire Blvd and one block east of La Brea
  • Direction Faces: West

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: In Street

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Basement Desc.: Raised
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Composition, Spanish Tile
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Windows: French Windows, Drapes/Curtains
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 2,176
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: GuestHouse

Lot Features

  • Property View: Tree Top
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1493
  • Lot Size: 6502
  • Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 130
  • Zoning: LAR1
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Lawn, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Yard

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,051.47
  • Assessment Year: 1924

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Reports: As Is
  • APN: 5507-022-023

Listed by Douglas Elliman, Christopher Pickett
Sold by Carolwood Estates, James Davis and Carolwood Estates, Stephen Resnick

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    Douglas Elliman

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Schools serving 638 S Sycamore Ave

School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Third Street Elementary School
201 South June Street, Los Angeles, CA 90004
K-50.6 mi
John Burroughs Middle School
600 McCadden Place, Los Angeles, CA 90005
7-80.4 mi
Fairfax Senior High School
7850 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
9-121.6 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 638 S Sycamore Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2025
Sold
$2,261,500
-1.16%
MLS
6/20/2025
Listed
$2,288,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Douglas Elliman, Christopher Pickett
Sold by Carolwood Estates, James Davis and Carolwood Estates, Stephen Resnick

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