The home famed celebrity photographer Herb Ritts called home has sold for $6.750 million, a relative deal considering the $8.327 million initial asking price. Perched above the Sunset Strip, the Midcentury-meets-Art Deco abode offers sweeping 180-degree views stretching from Griffith Park Observatory toward Downtown L.A. and to the Pacific Ocean.
The very private estate boasts generous accommodations including five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths, a large chef-equipped kitchen and breakfast room outfitted with custom cherry wood cabinetry, Sub Zero and Viking appliances plus a lounging area overlooking the front garden. All public rooms are situated on the main entry floor, surrounded by a large wraparound terrace accessed via steel and glass French doors that enhance the indoor/outdoor lifestyle.
The living room/library conceals a hidden surround sound theater, discreetly installed to preserve the Midcentury aesthetic. The private quarters are situated downstairs, featuring four bedrooms and three baths, plus a separate au-pair or housekeeper’s bedroom accessible from the exterior side garden entrance.
Outside, the private yard presents specimen trees, a midnight-blue pool, and a cabana complete with a kitchen and full bath, providing an ideal space for relaxation, entertainment or a guest sleepover as the sixth bedroom.
Architect’s plans exist for a two-story ADU/guest house to be built next to the pool area. These plans are current and ready to submit to city of L.A. for building. Preparation for a Tesla Roof that can power the entire house “off grid” has also been accomplished.
California Listings expert Ernie Carswell held the listing along with Spencer Daley, both with Douglas Elliman. Barry Kinyon with Compass repped the buyer.
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