12323 23rd Helena Drive
Los Angeles, CA, 90049
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$5,595,000
MLS: 25627253
Beds
4
Baths
4
Sq Ft
3,089
Lot
0.23 ac
Year Built
1950
MLS #
25627253
Days on Market
90
Listed
Dec 12, 2025
Description
This one is special. Nestled just north of Sunset on one of Brentwood's fabled Helena cul-de-sacs is this quintessentially charming Spanish gem. Tucked privately behind a walled and gated courtyard, this evocative home exudes emotion at every turn with its stone floors, warm woodwork, French paned windows and doors, heavy beams, fine finishes and gorgeous ironwork. It is rare to find a vintage-feeling home that lives like now and today and this one sure does. This highly-upgraded hacienda has a wide-open floorplan with its airy living area, dining area and kitchen flowing out to the glorious outdoors. The kitchen has a large island/breakfast bar, top-tier stainless appliances and plenty of storage and workspace. For those quieter moments, there is also a den with built in bookcases and views to the yard. There are three bedrooms on the main level, one ensuite and the other two sharing a bath, Jack and Jill style. A powder bath, a large laundry/utility room and direct access into the two-car garage complete the first level. Upstairs is fabulous primary retreat, complete with treetop-vistas, an unusually spacious closet and a lovely bath featuring a clawfoot tub. The backyard is magically landscaped and takes in magnificent, wide open views across this maturely wooded neighborhood. There's a swimmer's pool, a grassy expanse and a trellised patio... the perfect spot for lounging and dining under the Southern California sun and stars. All this in close proximity to UCLA, to Brentwood, to Santa Monica, to nearby beaches and to all the fine shopping and dining each area affords. Kenter Elementary, Paul Revere Middle School and Palisades High. Fireplaces are decorative only.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90049
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Laurence Young · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Payment estimate
$39,592
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $559,500 · Loan: $5,035,500
- Principal & Interest
- $31,366
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $5,828
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $2,098
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Today's Rates
As of May 14, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.36%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.71%
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Los Angeles home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $195,825 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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