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.
Sold for $4,509,000
$4,509,000
2039 Micheltorena St, Los Angeles, CA 90039
5beds
3,643sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.28 Acres Lot
$4,532,100 Zestimate®
$1,238/sqft
$7,886 Estimated rent
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Restored period detailsHillside designTerraced gardensPeriod tile roofOriginal redwood framingPlaster walls
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Listed by:
Brian Ades DRE # 01347985 310-503-8080,
Sotheby's International Realty 310-724-7000
Bought with:
Lorraine Getz, DRE # 01413936
Compass
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25590147
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Atrium, Attic, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Room, Patio Open, Dressing Area, Enclosed Glass Porch, Family Room, Formal Entry, Jack And Jill, Library, Living Room, Office, Powder, Service Entrance, Sun, Wine Cellar
Bathroom
- Features: Linen Closet, Low Flow Shower(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Powder Room, Remodeled, Tile, Steam Shower
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Wall, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Air Conditioning, Central Air, Dual, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas, Built-Ins, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Double Oven, Free Standing Gas, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Barbeque, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Range/Oven, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filter, Water Line to Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Inside, Laundry Area, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Built-Ins, Country Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
- Flooring: Cement, Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood, Marble, Stained Concrete, Stone Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas and Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,643
- Total interior livable area: 3,643 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Storage, Secured, Covered, Direct Access, Concrete, Guest, Garage Is Attached, Garage - 3 Car, Private
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Solar Heat, Private
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Hills, Landmark, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 5431008001
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Alarm System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,742,598
- Annual tax amount: $21,280
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Sold | $4,509,000+20.2%$1,238/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Pending sale | $3,750,000$1,029/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Contingent | $3,750,000$1,029/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,750,000+168%$1,029/sqft |
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| 5/23/2010 | Sold | $1,399,000+3.6%$384/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2010 | Sold | $1,350,000-28.9%$371/sqft |
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| 12/11/2008 | Listing removed | $1,900,000$522/sqft |
Source: Prudential California #08-251123 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000+123.5%$522/sqft |
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| 2/13/2002 | Sold | $850,000+25.7%$233/sqft |
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| 8/28/1998 | Sold | $676,000$186/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,280 +1.2% | $1,742,598 +2% |
| 2024 | $21,023 +2% | $1,708,431 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,617 +4.9% | $1,674,933 +2% |
| 2022 | $19,660 +1.3% | $1,642,092 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,413 -1% | $1,609,895 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,609 | $1,593,388 +2% |
| 2019 | $19,609 +4.8% | $1,562,146 +2% |
| 2018 | $18,711 | $1,531,516 +2% |
| 2017 | $18,711 +2.2% | $1,501,488 +2% |
| 2016 | $18,303 +2.4% | $1,472,048 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $17,880 +1.2% | $1,449,937 +2% |
| 2014 | $17,672 | $1,421,536 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,387,367 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,360,165 +39.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $972,789 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $975,101 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $955,983 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $937,240 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $918,864 |
| 2005 | -- | $918,864 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $883,186 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $867,000 +13.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $766,688 +11.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $689,520 |
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Neighborhood: Silver Lake
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- 9/10Ivanhoe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Thomas Starr King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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