$2,900,000
MLS: 26871197
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
2,742
Lot
0.16 ac
Year Built
1948
MLS #
26871197
Days on Market
29
Listed
Aug 11, 2026
Description
Your Place in Hollywood History Along the last mile of Hollywood Boulevard, winding through the West Hollywood Hills above the Sunset Strip, an irreplaceable hillside property awaits its next steward. This discreet and storied stretch has been home to generations of Hollywood luminaries, artists, filmmakers, entrepreneurs and cultural figures. For nearly 80 years, 8230 Hollywood Boulevard has occupied a privileged position above it all. Part sentinel, part sanctuary, the home has enjoyed a bird's-eye view of Hollywood history as it unfolded below. What distinguishes the property cannot be recreated through renovation or new construction. It is the position itself: embedded in the Hollywood Hills directly above the Sunset Strip, with an outlook that has remained extraordinary for generations. From here, Los Angeles reveals itself in full. The view stretches across Hollywood to Griffith Observatory and the San Gabriel Mountains; east toward Downtown Los Angeles; south across the Wilshire corridor; and west along the Sunset Strip toward the airport and, on a clear day, the Pacific Ocean. The existing mid-century residence could be thoughtfully renovated while preserving its essential character, or more substantially reimagined as a sophisticated modern hillside retreat. The soils have been evaluated, and preliminary planning analysis suggests the opportunity to create a substantial private compound. Current analysis indicates the potential to add approximately 1,700 square feet within the available Residential Floor Area allowance, together with a separate two-bedroom accessory dwelling unit. A basement may provide additional space beyond the above-ground potential, while a pool and expansive exterior living areas could add another 1,000 square feet or more for entertaining, dining and recreation, all designed around the property's elevation, privacy and panoramic outlook. All concepts remain subject to final architectural design, engineering, governmental review and City approval. This is the chance to create an architectural compound in one of Los Angeles' most recognizable hillside settings. The property also sits within a neighborhood of uncommon cultural and social history, positioned between the Sunset Strip, Laurel Canyon and the enduring orbit of the Chateau Marmont. For all its elevation and privacy, Sunset Boulevard is only an eight-minute walk away. It is a place where neighbors can become friends and where life in the hills can still lead to Christmas drinks, poolside gatherings and the spontaneous encounters that have always made this corner of Los Angeles unlike anywhere else. It can become a home, a haven and an architectural statement and an opportunity to steward an irreplaceable piece of Hollywood history with a front-row view of the city's next century.
Location
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90069
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Vahe Chris Mansourian · Mill Street Real Estate and Mortgage
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Payment estimate
$21,267
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $290,000 · Loan: $2,610,000
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.71% as of Sep 3, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $16,859
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $3,021
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $1,088
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Today's Rates
As of Sep 3, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.71%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.04%
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 $101,500 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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