4020 Clayton Avenue
Los Angeles, CA, 90027
$1,549,000
Original list price: $1,600,000
MLS: 26893029
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,378
Lot
0.15 ac
Year Built
1922
MLS #
26893029
Days on Market
49
Listed
Aug 27, 2026
Description
Tucked into the treetops of Franklin Hills, this reimagined contemporary retreat offers sweeping views of Griffith Park, the Observatory, and the Los Angeles skyline. Rebuilt and expanded in 2025, the home pairs warm modern design with effortless indoor-outdoor living. Centrally located yet remarkably peaceful, it sits on a wide street within a quiet hillside enclave between Los Feliz and Silver Lake, with ample on-site parking. Natural light fills the open living spaces, where a custom kitchen, skylights, wide-plank oak floors, and curated finishes create a relaxed yet elevated atmosphere. Two generous secondary bedrooms feature wood-beamed ceilings and oversized closets, while the vaulted primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath, walk-in closet, and French doors opening to a private deck. Multiple outdoor spaces unfold across the property, including a yard, garden, and decks tucked into the trees for alfresco dining, entertaining, and taking in the hillside views. Mature grapefruit and olive trees, native plantings, wildflowers, and lavender give the grounds a distinctly California feel. A separate-entry lower-level bonus space offers inspiring possibilities for art, design, a home office, gym, or creative retreat. The comprehensive 2025 transformation includes updated electrical, plumbing, foundation, HVAC, roof, windows, and 220V wiring ready for an EV charger. Private, contemporary, and connected to its natural surroundings, this home offers a fresh take on Franklin Hills living with Griffith Park views, flexible creative space, exceptional outdoor living, and the rare convenience of generous parking.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90027
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Ginger Orsi · Compass
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Payment estimate
$12,147
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $154,900 · Loan: $1,394,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.40% as of Oct 15, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $9,652
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,614
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $581
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 15, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.40%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.71%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
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 $54,215 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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