6470 Ivarene Avenue
Los Angeles, CA, 90068
$2,595,000
MLS: 26840219
Beds
5
Baths
5
Sq Ft
3,435
Lot
0.23 ac
Year Built
1927
MLS #
26840219
Days on Market
78
Listed
May 29, 2026
Description
Built in the 1920s for actor Orville Caldwell and set above it all, this Italian Revival villa carries a storied Hollywood legacy. Over the years, it has passed through the hands of artists, diplomats, and cultural figures, including caricaturist Cleanthe Carr and Rolando Dalla Rosa, the Italian vice-consul to Los Angeles. Its history lingers in the details. Set on a rare street-to-street lot, the grounds unfold in layers. Terraces, courtyards, rolling lawns, and a private backyard patio shaded by climbing jasmine and mature lemon trees give way to sweeping hillside views, offering both privacy and presence in equal measure. The guest house provides a quiet retreat for out-of-towners, creative work, or extended stays. Inside, the architecture speaks for itself: arched passageways, juliette balconies, and intricate ironwork create a sense of old-world soul that has been lovingly preserved. Ivarene isn't just a home, it's transportive to another era.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90068
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Alyssa Geiger · The Agency
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$19,000
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $259,500 · Loan: $2,335,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.67% as of Aug 13, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $15,024
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $2,703
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $973
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 13, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.67%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.96%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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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 $90,825 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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