501 N Cahuenga Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90004

About this single-family home

Extensively renovated and expanded Mediterranean home, gracefully set above the street on a prime corner lot in the heart of Hancock Park. Blending timeless architecture with modern comfort, this two-story residence offers sophistication, warmth, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Expanded in the 1950s by famed architect John Lautner, the home retains its distinctive character while featuring an open design ideal for today's lifestyle. Sliding glass walls open to a lush backyard with a expansive grassy lawn, swimmer's pool, putting green, and private bonus office or gym. The main level features a grand two-story entry, formal living room with fireplace and French doors to a sunny patio, a gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar and casual dining area. The adjacent Lautner-designed den includes a fireplace and sunken wet bar. A main-level suite functions as a guest retreat or secondary primary bedroom, complete with a luxurious bathroom, 2 walk-in closets, and built-in Murphy bed. A powder room, laundry room, and large pantry with wine frig complete the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite enjoys its own wing with dual walk-in closets, spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and oversized shower, and a private patio overlooking the grounds. Three additional bedrooms (one en-suite) plus a hall bath complete the upper level. Enjoy the Wilshire Country Club's annual fireworks from your own backyard. Ideally located between the Country Club and Los Angeles Tennis Club, this home also holds Hollywood history as the former residence of film director Robert Aldrich. Coveted 3rd St Elementary School

Listing description from the March 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$4,832,500

Sold March 2026 · listed $4,995,000, on market January 2026 · MLS #26643141 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Peter V Buonocore · Listing Office: Keller Williams Larchmont · Contact: 323-762-2600 · Bought with: Peter V Buonocore · Keller Williams Larchmont

$3,785,000

Sold September 2015 · listed $3,795,000, on market July 2015 · MLS #15923963 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Lucas Miranda · Listing Office: Keller Williams World Media Cn · Contact: 818-239-3500 · Bought with: Peter V Buonocore · Keller Williams Larchmont

$2,050,000

Sold April 2014 · listed $2,375,000, on market October 2013 · MLS #13708407 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Lisa Hutchins · Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Br · Contact: 323-464-9272 · Bought with: Lucas Miranda · Keller Williams World Media C

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