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Sold for $2,495,000
  • $2,495,000

    1540 Sunset Plaza Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90069

    3beds
    2,767sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1938
    6,791 Square Feet Lot
    $2,470,700 Zestimate®
    $902/sqft
    $7,993 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,470,700

    $2.22M - $2.74M

    $7,993/mo

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    What's special

    Vintage charmBeautiful fireplaceEnsuite bathroomsGracious motor courtNatural lightCity viewsFormal dining room
    Tucked behind tall, manicured hedges and nestled beyond a gracious motor court, the Jean Valentino home is a dreamy traditional estate that exudes classic Hollywood glamour. Set in the storied enclave of Lower Sunset Plaza, this sun-dappled retreat offers a blend of privacy, elegance, and cinematic history, hosting such luminaries as James Dean and Frank Sinatra. An expansive living room greets you with city views and natural light streaming through every window, anchored by a beautiful fireplace, hardwood floors and an elegant built-in wet bar. An adjoining den offers garden and city views and includes a walk-in closet and full bath, allowing easy conversion into a charming fourth bedroom or creative studio. Brimming with vintage charm and potential, the kitchen framed by clerestory windows connects to a formal dining room, perfect for hosting dinner parties. Sliding doors lead onto an elevated deck with city views and down to a garden terrace, tailor-made for twinkle-lit evenings and lush, garden-inspired entertaining. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms each with ample closet space and ensuite bathrooms feature sweeping views of Palos Verdes. Downstairs, a third bedroom offers its own ensuite bath and generous storage, perfect for guests or a cozy media room. An attached two-car garage and generous motor court provide parking for up to six cars, a rare luxury in this neighborhood. With classic bones and endless charm, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to bring your personal vision to a beloved piece of Hollywood history, all just moments from world-class dining, shopping, and the pulse of the Sunset Strip.

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    Listed by:

    Adara Salim DRE # 01942484 310-492-8181,

    The Beverly Hills Estates 310-626-4248

    Bought with:

    Patrick Martin, DRE # 01306122

    Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25526157MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bar, Dining Room, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Stackable W/D Hookup
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,767
    • Total interior livable area: 2,767 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway, Guest
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City, Hills, Canyon, City Lights
    Lot
    • Size: 6,791 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 63 x 110
    Details
    • Additional structures: None
    • Parcel number: 5558009018
    • Zoning: LAR1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1938

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Alarm System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Los Angeles

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $902/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,544,900
    • Date on market: 4/25/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/29/2025Sold$2,495,000$902/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25526157 Report a problem
    5/12/2025Contingent$2,495,000$902/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25526157 Report a problem
    4/25/2025Listed for sale$2,495,000+379.8%$902/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25526157 Report a problem
    4/8/1997Sold$520,000$188/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $2,544,900 +200.5%
    2025$30,390 +191.2%$846,902 +2%
    2024$10,437 +1.9%$830,297 +2%
    2023$10,243 +4.5%$814,018 +2%
    2022$9,806 +1.3%$798,057 +2%
    2021$9,679 -0.3%$782,410 +1%
    2020$9,705 $774,388 +2%
    2019$9,705 +5%$759,205 +2%
    2018$9,245 $744,319 +2%
    2017$9,245 +2.2%$729,726 +2%
    2016$9,049 +2.8%$715,419 +1.5%
    2015$8,802 +1.1%$704,673 +2%
    2014$8,707 $690,871 +2.5%
    2012-- $674,265 +2%
    2011-- $661,045 +0.8%
    2010-- $656,105 -0.2%
    2009-- $657,664 +2%
    2008-- $644,769 +2%
    2007-- $632,127 +2%
    2006-- $619,734
    2005-- $619,734 +4%
    2004-- $595,671 +1.9%
    2003-- $584,755 +2%
    2002-- $573,290 +4%
    2000-- $551,030
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    Neighborhood: Hollywood Hills

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