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$3,995,000
Est. payment /mo
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,500 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,500 sqft
Price per Sqft $726
MLS Listing ID CL26662739
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 7
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1991
Lot Size 0.684 Acres
Acres 0.6843
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Approx. 5,500 sq. ft. at just $726/sq. ft., a compelling value for a gated, architecturally distinctive estate in the Hollywood Hills. Architectural pedigree, creative history, and resort-style living converge at this reimagined modern residence in lower Nichols Canyon, once home and studio to acclaimed National Geographic photographer Gerd Ludwig. Originally designed by Youssef H. Amin, AIA, the 5BD/8BA residence is defined by soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, dramatic gallery-scale entertaining spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow overlooking the canyon. Natural light plays a central role throughout the home, a fitting connection to Ludwig's celebrated career behind the lens.The expansive primary suite is a private retreat with a fireplace, two terraces, an oversized walk-in closet with center island, and a light-filled spa bath featuring dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, dual showers, and built-in steam. Additional ensuite bedrooms offer generous scale and curated designer finishes, while both living levels feature custom wet bars with wine refrigerators for effortless entertaining. Outside, a newly constructed pool deck transforms the property into a private resort, complete with a sparkling pool, built-in BBQ, bar seating, and generous space for alfresco dining, entertaining, and sunset lounging.Additional amenities include gated privacy, elevator access from the garage to the main entrance, and a spacious two-car garage. Set on approximately 0.68 acres and moments from Runyon Canyon, the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, and the heart of Los Angeles, 2256 Nichols Canyon Road offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, architectural character, and creative provenance, all at under $4 million.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Zoning LARE15
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry Dryer, Washer, Inside
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
View Y/N true
View Canyon
Total Parking Spaces 6
Private Pool true
Building
Story 2
Water Public
Level or Stories Two Story
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 5571007003
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Listed by Shawn S. Kormondy • Keller Williams Beverly Hills