Steeped in nearly a century of Hollywood history, this extraordinary Laurel Canyon residence is a rare architectural offering where timeless character, rich provenance, and contemporary living converge. Designed in 1926 by celebrated architect Roy Seldon Price, the home has welcomed some of the world's most notable creative figures, including legendary actor Laurence Olivier, who once called it home.Tucked discreetly into the hillside the residence unfolds across four thoughtfully connected levels, each designed to embrace the natural topography while creating a remarkable sense of privacy, scale, and separation. Expansive living spaces flow effortlessly from one to the next, offering an ideal balance of grand entertaining areas and intimate retreats. Sunlight pours through steel casement windows, illuminating beautifully preserved architectural details, warm natural materials, and interiors that honor the home's historic pedigree while accommodating modern life.At the heart of the home, a beautifully appointed chef's kitchen anchors the main living spaces, complemented by gracious formal rooms, inviting gathering spaces, and six bedrooms and six bathrooms thoughtfully distributed throughout the residence. The primary suite offers a peaceful sanctuary, while multiple terraces and balconies extend the living experience outdoors, capturing sweeping vistas over the Hollywood Hills, the glittering Los Angeles skyline, and, on clear days, all the way to Catalina Island.The home's lower level functions as an exceptional private guest retreat, complete with its own entrance, living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bath perfect for extended family, visiting guests, creative studio use, or independent living.Positioned to take full advantage of its dramatic hillside setting, the home offers a seamless connection to its surrounding landscape through a series of terraces, balconies, and outdoor gathering spaces that frame expansive canyon and city views. Just moments from the Sunset Strip, yet worlds away in atmosphere, this is a residence that pairs architectural significance with an extraordinary Hollywood legacy.
For sale
$3,895,000
8856 Appian Way, Los Angeles, CA 90046
6beds
5,427sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
7,653 Square Feet Lot
$3,748,600 Zestimate®
$718/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 27 days
- 1,424
- 165
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Listed by:
Josh Myler DRE # 01443547 323-333-0301,
The Agency 424-230-3700,
Mauricio Umansky DRE # 01222825 424-230-3701,
The Agency
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26868553
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Entry, Living Room, Pantry, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet, Utility Room, Powder
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-Ins
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,427
- Total interior livable area: 5,427 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway Gate, Garage Is Attached, Direct Access
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Canyon, Panoramic, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 7,653 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 5562016016
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $718/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,182,892
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
Estimated market value
$3,748,600
$3.56M - $3.94M
$15,521/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,895,000+47.8%$718/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/29/2015 | Sold | $2,635,000+18.5%$486/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2013 | Sold | $2,224,022-7.3%$410/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $2,399,000+22532.1%$442/sqft |
Source: The Agency #13676629 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2011 | Sold | $10,600-99%$2/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2002 | Sold | $1,025,000$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $3,182,892 +2% |
| 2025 | $37,897 +1.4% | $3,120,484 +2% |
| 2024 | $37,378 +2% | $3,059,299 +2% |
| 2023 | $36,653 +4.8% | $2,999,313 +2% |
| 2022 | $34,971 +1.3% | $2,940,504 +2% |
| 2021 | $34,534 -0.8% | $2,882,848 +1% |
| 2020 | $34,823 | $2,853,289 +2% |
| 2019 | $34,823 +4.5% | $2,797,343 +16.7% |
| 2018 | $33,308 +14.2% | $2,396,069 +2% |
| 2017 | $29,164 +2.2% | $2,349,088 +2% |
| 2016 | $28,532 +2.5% | $2,303,028 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $27,839 +1.2% | $2,268,435 +2% |
| 2014 | $27,507 | $2,224,000 +84.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,205,546 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,181,909 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,173,076 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,175,863 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,152,807 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,130,204 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,108,044 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,108,044 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,065,019 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,045,500 +991.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $95,767 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $92,050 |
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