2013 was a good year in mid-century modern real estate sales in Los Angeles. As we saw the market rebounding from the Great Recession, we saw first-time buyers gobble-up homes while driving-up prices. The luxury market continued selling with prices coming in close to list prices or slightly under, in most cases. Architectural gems were abound making this year's list a Top 30 list, as modernhomeslosangeles would like to include as many worthy mid-century modern architectural homes sold in 2013. We should see a swathe of gorgeous homes being sold in 2014, but for now, let's reminisce the homes of 2013.
The list is formulated from most expensive homes to least expensive, as it is hard to decide what deserves "the best" ranking. Some of the homes chosen have been written about in earlier blog posts which are included for more extensive conversation and photos. So, without further adieu, let's check out some of the goodies from 2013 mid-century modern sales.
#1
144 Baroda Drive, Holmby Hills
Unknown architect - 1951
Listed: $17,250,000 Sold: $13,500,000
#2
11001 Bellagio Place, Bel Air
"The Parkin Residence", John B. Parkin, architect - 1968
Listed: $12,879,000 Sold: $13,000,000
#3
1005 Eldin Way, Beverly Hills
"The Robinson Estate", Robert Skinner, architect - 1969
Listed: $8,500,000 Sold: $7,605,000
#4
1484 Carla Ridge, Trousdale Estates
William Stephenson, architect - 1960
Listed: $7,500,000 Sold: $6,751,500
#5
414 Avondale Avenue, Brentwood
"The Nesbitt House", Richard Neutra, architect - 1942
Listed: $7,995,000 Sold: $6,400,000
#6
14623 Hilltree Road, Santa Monica
"Dailey House", Ray Kappe, architect - 1970
Listed: $5,975,000 Sold: $5,550,000
#7
784 San Lorenzo Street, Santa Monica
"Satnick Residence No. 4", Edward H. Fickett, architect - 1972
Listed: $5,495,000 Sold: $5,545,000
#8
766 Paseo Miramar, Pacific Palisades
"The Troxell House", Richard Neutra, architect - 1956
Listed: $3,899,000 Sold: $3,550,000
#9
7144 Hockey Trail, Hollywood Hills
"The Foster Carling House", John Lautner, architect - 1950
Listed: $2,995,000 Sold: $2,700,000
#10
525 Bellagio Terrace, Brentwood
Paul Wuesthoff, architect - 1964
Listed: $2,995,000 Sold: $2,930,508
#11
953 Granvia Altamira, Palos Verdes Estates
"Dailey House", Richard Neutra, architect - 1961
Listed: $2,799,000 Sold: $2,550,000
#12
5146 Los Franciscos Way, Los Feliz Estates
"The Hong House", Roger S. Hong in collaboration w/ Buff and Hensman, architects - 1969
Listed: $2,699,000 Sold: $2,686,950
#13
1200 N. Tigertail Road, Brentwood
Unknown architect - 1963
Listed: $2,599,000 Sold: $2,566,000
#14
936 Kenter Way, Brentwood
Ray Kappe, architect - 1960
Listed: $2,499,000 Sold: $2,290,000
#15
12345 Deerbrook Lane, Brentwood
Harry Gesner, architect - 1958
Listed: $1,999,000 Sold: $2,150,000
#16
11533 Thurston Circle, Westwood Hills
Edward H. Fickett, architect - 1963
Listed: $2,195,000 Sold: $2,215,000
#17
11051 Wrightwood Lane, Studio City
"The Thies Residence", Carl Maston, architect - 1958
Listed: $1,995,000 Sold: $2,210,000
#18
1436 Allenford Avenue, Brentwood
"The Thomas E. Stimson, Jr. Residence", Adrian Wilson, architect - 1954
Listed: $1,800,000 Sold: $1,925,000
#19
3584 Multiview Drive, Hollywood Hills
"Halverson Residence No. 1", Buff and Hensman, architects - 1959
Listed: $1,795,000 Sold: $1,795,000
#20
3320 Wonder View Plaza, Hollywood Hills
"The Hurley House", Greta Magnusson Grossman, architect - 1958
Listed: $1,795,000 Sold: $2,000,000
#21
1372 Allenford Avenue, Brentwood
Edward H. Fickett, architect - 1955
Listed: $1,795,000 Sold: $1,785,000
#22
1121 N. Kenter Avenue, Brentwood
"The Green Residence", Harold M. Sutton, architect - 1963
Listed: $1,685,000 Sold: $1,710,000
#23
17061 Strawberry Drive, Encino
Benton/Park, architects - 1964
Listed: $1,629,000 Sold: $1,650,000
#24
1650 Queens Road, Los Angeles
"The Polito House", Raphael Soriano, architect - 1940
Listed $1,595,000 Sold: $1,465,000
#25
1331 Casiano Road, Westwood Hills
Unknown architect - 1960
Listed: $1,499,000 Sold: $1,445,000
#26
16061 Royal Mount Drive, Encino
Hal Levitt, architect - 1968
Listed: $1,495,000 Sold: $1,445,000
#27
1966 Lucile Avenue, Silver Lake
"The Fischer Residence", Eugene Weston, architect - 1957
Listed: $1,399,000 Sold: $1,533,000
#28
3736 Woodcliff Road, Sherman Oaks
Edward H. Fickett, architect - 1955
Listed: $1,189,000 Sold: $1,205,000
#29
4204 Cedar Avenue, Long Beach
"The Jules Brady Residence", Killingsworth, Brady and Associates, architects - 1970
Listed: $998,000 Sold: $945,000
#30
2690 Hollyridge Drive, Beachwood Canyon
"The Grier Residence", Edward H. Fickett, architect - 1954
Listed: $895,000 Sold: $905,000
2013 was a very good year in real estate. If you are looking to make a move in 2014 and would like to work with us to list your home or purchase a new home,
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