731 E Kensington Road
Los Angeles, CA 90026
$1,895,000 | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2,654 Sq. Ft. | Price/Sq.Ft. $714 | 5,946 Sq. Ft. Lot | Built in 1903
When I moved to Los Angeles – 15 years ago? – I would walk the streets of Angeleno Heights and imagine living in many of these dreamy early 1900s Craftsmans, Victorians, and farm houses. This stunner at 731 E Kensington Road has always been one of my favorites. The 2-story Dutch Colonial Revival home was built in 1903 by renowned architect Arthur B. Benton, who built some of the neighborhood’s most incredible houses.
The four bedroom home has gone through an incredible restoration. Restored elements include new foundation, plumbing, sewer line, electrical, HVAC, interior/exterior paint, full landscaping with drip sprinklers, and an automatic gate for additional parking in back. And that’s just the beginning. Enter through this lovely sun porch to your massive living room.
The living room features beautiful and, most importantly original, wood work, plus many original light fixtures.
And the living room is anchored by this stately fireplace.
The dining room has built-in storage, pocket doors, and a row of windows that provide plenty of natural light. I know for many of us, especially during the pandemic, we’ve decided we actually like our homes with walls, and so you’ll find 731 E Kensington’s seamless separation and spacious rooms to be refreshing.
The updated kitchen has a professional vintage-style AGA range and fridge, and I just love the brick.
And the navy blue cabinetry adds a subtle yet striking statement to the space.
Best of all, the kitchen opens up to the amazing entertainer’s deck and the large grassy backyard.
The spectacular views stretch all the way to downtown and beyond.
The parlor makes for an excellent office space.
The first of four bedrooms has large windows with beautiful wood trim, a unique vintage-style chandelier, and calming neighborhood views.
The primary suite’s bath has a wonderful soaking tub and a walk-in shower, plus industrial-style duel sinks.
The architect was known for incorporating both Gothic and Vintage features in his home designs.
The homes second full bath has a relaxing clawfoot tub, built-in linen storage, and gold fixtures.
The second, third, and fourth bedrooms each have their own quirks and charms including this great space which has a coffered ceiling.
And it’s own private balcony with DTLA views. It may be difficult to choose which one of these beautiful bedrooms will be the one where you decide to lay your head at night.
There’s also a finished attic perfect for a play room or a writers retreat.
And a finished bedroom that works perfectly as a den but could also become a guest quarters.
731 E Kensington may also qualify for the Mills Act program which offers substantial Property Tax savings. I did a little explainer on all things Mills Act which you can read here. And you must if you are considering buying one of these rare and intact Victorian era homes. I’ve covered and represented several Mills Act properties in the past, including Beachwood Canyon’s stunning Garber House and a Neutra-Adjacent Mid-Century Across From the Silver Lake Meadow.
Seriously impressive and altogether enchanting, this amazing family home feels like a true paradise in one of our great city’s best and most authentic neighborhoods. Just gorgeous.
I would love to give you a private tour of 731 E Kensington Road in Angeleno Heights. Call me today at (937) 243-2349 or email me at tatiana.tensen@sothebyshomes.com to schedule a visit.
Listing provided courtesy of Bryony Atkinson and Craig Ekedahl, MAISONRE.