4179 Van Ness

Spanish Revival bungalow in Leimert Park filled with original historic details. Approaching the home, you are greeted by an original curved front door and a large arched window that perfectly frames a multi-trunk Sycamore. The living area offers high, coved ceilings, original built-ins, restored hardwood floors, a mission style original decorative fireplace, locally designed brass sconces, and loads of natural light. The original kitchen has plenty of storage space, vintage tile countertops, a cozy breakfast nook with built-ins. The bathroom includes a timeless marble vanity and Zia concrete tile. Both the front and backyard feature California native and regionally appropriate plants including a re-wilding of Deer Grass, Toyon, Sycamore trees, White Sage, Lemonade Berry, Catalina Morning Glory vine, along with a Lemon tree, Bay Laurel, Rosemary, Lavender, Flat-leaf Parsley, Mint, Sorrel, Olive and and and shade trees. The backyard feels like a Mediterranean oasis with pea gravel and areas for dining and lounge chairs, perfect for entertaining and meals outdoors. Foundation has been seismically retrofitted (bolted) with permits. This truly is a special pocket of Los Angeles with some of the nicest neighbors, quiet streets, easy parking, and tree-lined streets for walks. Located a few blocks from South LA Cafe, Fuegos, World Wide Tacos, Leimert Park Plaza, and near all the West Adams hot spots - Highly Likely, Maydan Market, Alta, Johnny Pastrami and many more. Located near the K-Line or E-Line trains, providing accessibility to Downtown, USC / Exposition Park, Culver City, LAX or the beach in Santa Monica.