Architect Designed Properties for Sale in California
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Marc Appleton   10939 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, CA $49,995,000
Impeccably situated on over four acres in ultra-prime lower Bel Air, Villa Cresta stands as an unparalleled Tuscan estate blending majestic city and ocean views, sprawling idyllic grounds, and timeless architecture by renowned Marc Appleton, AIA. The journey begins at the stately front gates, where a dramatic waterfall welcomes guests as they proceed up a cypress-lined driveway, past a lush olive tree grove, to an expansive gravel motor court. Generous parking accommodates 25+ vehicles. Framed by two majestic cork oaks at the main entry, the homes grand spaces immediately showcase an extraordinary level of craftsmanship and detail. Serving as an impressive anchor for the residence, the main hallway is finished in exquisite Venetian plaster and leads to a capacious living room featuring a 16th-century stone mantel fireplace. This space connects seamlessly to a sophisticated library adorned in beautiful woodwork under blue and yellow glazed ceramic ceiling tiles; together, these principal rooms flow effortlessly out to a spectacular, long vaulted loggia, sprawling lawn, sparkling infinity-edge pool, and endless panoramas. The light-filled kitchen is rustic yet refined, complete with a large center island, ample storage, and a built-in breakfast nook with its own dedicated fireplace. Nearby, wood-beamed ceilings and an 18th-century stone mantel fireplace adorn the formal dining room, which comfortably accommodates large-scale dinner parties. For private quarters, the main level primary suite serves as the ultimate sanctuary, featuring dual bathrooms, exceptional closet space, an integrated home office, a private study, and a dedicated garden with sweeping city-to-ocean views and a hot tub. The main residence offers four additional well-appointed bedrooms, complemented by a separate, spacious detached guest house ideal for long-term visitors. On the versatile lower level, the estate features an exercise room, a generous space designated for a future state-of-the-ar read more »
Buff and Hensman   3851 Sweetwater Canyon Dr, Malibu, CA $75,000
Situated in one of Malibus most desirable locations in the center of town, this newly renovated architectural home offers Malibu Pier, ocean, and mountain views, just a quick walk or drive to the Malibu Pier, Nobu, Country Mart, and the areas renowned shopping and dining. Set on approximately one private acre behind gates, the home features open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas with a retractable wall of glass that opens to an expansive ocean-view deck. Designed for entertaining, the outdoor spaces include a pool and spa, fire pit lounge, heat lamps, 100" television, BBQ area, and intimate dining space overlooking the Malibu Pier. The home offers a primary suite with steam shower, three additional ensuite bedrooms, a powder room, and a den/sleeping area. Thoughtfully furnished throughout, the residence is equipped with smart home technology and a pool alarm system for child safety. The grounds have been carefully designed for both recreation and relaxation, featuring an outdoor fitness area with exercise equipment and cold plunge, outdoor shower, putting green, virtual driving range, and a private patio with pond and water feature. Beautifully landscaped and illuminated at night, the property enjoys exceptional privacy, tranquility, and views. Additional amenities include a two-car carport and driveway parking for approximately eight vehicles. Available August 2026 at $75,000 per month or July and August at $125,000. This is a truly one of a kind must see property. read more »
Bill Adams   716 Brooks Ave, Venice, CA $22,000
Architecturally striking and thoughtfully designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, this modern Venice lease is located just moments from Abbot Kinney, Venice Beach, Rose Avenue, and some of the Westsides best dining, shopping, and nightlife. Blending warm organic materials with contemporary design, the home offers multiple private patios, balconies, and a rooftop deck with stunning sunset views. Inside, soaring ceilings, polished concrete floors, wood accents, crisp white walls, and walls of glass create a bright and sophisticated atmosphere throughout the open-concept floor plan. The spacious living room is anchored by a sleek modern fireplace and flows effortlessly into the designer kitchen featuring high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and an oversized waterfall island ideal for entertaining. One of the homes most impressive features is its disappearing sliding glass walls that fully retract into hidden pockets, completely opening the interior living spaces to the outdoors and creating a true California indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The transition between the living areas and exterior spaces feels effortless, expansive, and private. The pebble stone patio features lush landscaping and mature privacy hedges, creating an ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing year-round. A light-filled loft offers flexible space for a home office, media room, or creative studio. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with a spa-inspired bathroom complete with a soaking tub, oversized rain shower, and dual vanities. Additional highlights include abundant natural light, designer finishes, rooftop entertaining space, and a prime Venice location near Silicon Beach, Marina del Rey, Santa Monica, and the iconic Venice Boardwalk. A rare opportunity to lease a modern architectural home in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Los Angeles. read more »
Reginald Johnson   The Village Green   5314 1/2 Village Grn, Los Angeles, CA $449,000
AN EXCEPTIONAL VALUE IN VILLAGE GREEN NOW OFFERED AT $449,000! Discover a rare opportunity to own a piece of Los Angeles history in Village Green, a National Historic Landmark celebrated for its distinctive architecture, expansive landscaped grounds, and peaceful, park-like setting. This charming one-bedroom residence offers an inviting retreat from the energy of the city, with comfortable living spaces, abundant natural light, and a sense of character increasingly difficult to find in Los Angeles. Thoughtfully presented to showcase its potential, the home is an appealing choice for buyers seeking distinctive surroundings and long-term value. Set across approximately 68 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, Village Green offers winding pathways, mature trees, sweeping lawns, and a wonderful sense of tranquility. Its central location places you within easy reach of Culver City, West Adams, Baldwin Hills, an eclectic mix of dining and shopping, and many of Los Angeles cultural destinations. For buyers with vision, this residence provides the perfect canvas to add personal touches while addressing the remaining improvements needed to bring the property into compliance. Thoughtfully priced at $449,000 with these remaining improvements in mind, this home presents a compelling opportunity to enjoy the beauty, history, and lifestyle of Village Green at an exceptional value. read more »
Paul McClean, A.I.A.   1220 W Bay AVE, NEWPORT BEACH, CA $57,500,000
With its stunning waterfront views, impressive proportions, and curated selection of custom amenities, this newer (2023) contemporary showplace is among the finest residences in Newport Beach. Located on the Balboa Peninsula, the estate boasts nearly 100 of frontage along the Newport Channel, welcoming views of the water, passing yachts and sailboats, evening lights, Saddleback Mountain, Lido Isle and the towers of Newport Center and Fashion Island. Equally breathtaking, the home reflects the talents of architect Paul McClean, Gallo Builders and Lynda Murray Interior Design in an architecturally unparalleled collage of glass, marble, metal and wood. Italian veined white marble cladding and custom rain glass hint at the beauty that awaits beyond the entrance gate, where a garden complements a glass bridge that leads the way to a pivoting glass front door. Channel views are enjoyed from the moment the gate opens and continue throughout the three-level design, where six en suite bedrooms and seven-and-one-half-baths offer comfort for all in appx. 12,749 SF. Walls of glass and Sky-Frame slide-away glass doors pocket doors up to nearly 50 long create a seamless transition to outdoor areas including a lower-level pool, and a main-level bayfront terrace with kitchen and private dock for multiple vessels. Panoramic views overlook the ocean, harbor, mountains and coast from a massive rooftop patio that extends about 3,200 SF and hosts a second pool, and outdoor kitchen with grill, pizza oven and an island with seating for 10. A custom elevator joins a phenomenal spiral staircase with mirror-polished rails in offering access to all three levels of the residence. Discover a great room with see-through fireplace shared with the covered patio, a walk-in 750-bottle wine room, 192-bottle temperature-controlled wine wall, and a dining room that flows to top-tier front-and-back kitchens with Poliform Italian cabinetry and Miele, Sub-Zero and Liebherr appliances. The lower level read more »
Victor Gruen   The Wilshire House   10601 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA $3,695,000
Panoramic, unobstructed 180+Degree views of the hills, city, and ocean unfold from every room in this rare north/west facing 2-bedroom plus den residence ( possible 3rd bedroom). Thoughtfully reimagined in 2025/2026, this exceptional home is located in one of Wilshires most coveted, sophisticated full-service buildings offering unparalleled security and unmatched level of service. An entertainers dream, this residence showcases a brand-new gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and top-of-the-line Wolf appliances. The expansive open floor plan flows seamlessly to a wrap- around balcony perfect for entertaining while floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and boasting hillside views, offering a tranquil escape from the citys energy. Featuring two stunning en-suite bedrooms, each with elegantly redesigned bathrooms, this home has been thoughtfully curated for both comfort and style. Enjoy a sense of peace and privacy without compromising the convenience of the vibrant Wilshire Corridor, all within a full-service building offering five-star amenities. read more »
Harry Gesner   The Condor Crag Residence   965 Stunt Rd, Calabasas, CA $3,000,000
Condor Crag, Harry Gesner, 1958. Set high on a private drive among granite boulders, mature succulents, native trees, and Matilija poppies, Condor Crag feels connected to the land before the house even comes fully into view. The approach is quiet and dramatic in the best way, with the landscape slowly revealing one of Harry Gesners most memorable canyon homes.Designed in 1958 for Gunsmoke cinematographer Fleet Southcott, the residence is anchored directly into the granite cliff with steel beams that make the house feel like it grew out of the rock rather than being placed on top of it. An entry pond sits near the front approach, reflecting the sky and stone and setting a calm tone before you step inside. The main residence is approximately 2,500 square feet and carries the feeling of the site throughout the interiors. Flagstone floors bring the geology indoors, while clerestory windows draw soft northern light into the living spaces. A soaring Windy Hill Rock fireplace, quarried from the same outcropping beneath the house, anchors the main room with a sense of permanence and place. A sunken bar is tucked naturally into the architecture, adding to the easy, lived-in character of the home.Nearly every room is oriented toward the view, with seven peaks of the Santa Monica Mountains framed through glass as you move through the house. The primary suite feels especially private, with two full walls of glass opening to the mountain panorama and sliding doors that lead to an expansive aluminum deck cantilevered over the cliff. The primary bath includes a sunken stone shower that feels deeply connected to the surrounding rock and setting.Just outside the suite, a hot tub and outdoor bathtub sit beneath the canopy of a mature Deodar Cedar, with a quiet sitting area tucked into one of the most private corners of the property. Owls nest in the branches above, hawks ride the air off the cliff face, and the wildlife here feels like part of daily life rather than something se read more »
Marston and Van Pelt   1145 Arden Rd, Pasadena, CA $45,000,000
One of the landmark estates of San Marino/Pasadena, the William K Jewett House and Gardens, also known as Arden Villa, is spread over a gated and level nearly three acres of landscaped grounds, including: The main and secondary homes, two pools, tennis court, green house, reflecting pond and expansive lawns and formal gardens. Designed by the venerable team of Sylvanus Marston & Garrett Van Pelt, and completed in 1915, the entire estate, as well as the secondary Mid-Century Modern home, with separate pool and gated driveway, underwent a massive renovation and redesign in 2019. In addition to systems and structural updates, Clements Design masterfully married existing 100+ year old handcrafted detailing, with modern amenities and design. So difficult, and rarely accomplished, the estate exudes the stalwart characteristics of the Gilded Age, at the same time feeling avant-garde, imaginative, and creative. Set behind its grand wrought iron gates, the home and gardens have provided unparalleled privacy for its residents as well as played host to a rich history of guests, including: Buster Keaton, the Marx Brothers and the Dynasty television series. Shown only to prequalified buyers. read more »
Richard Neutra   The Sale House   1531 N Tigertail Rd, Los Angeles, CA $4,750,000
Neutras triumph, The Sale House, 1960. A masterwork by renowned architect Richard Neutra, this iconic mid-century residence crowns the highest point of Brentwoods coveted Tigertail Road. Easily one of the most preserved Neutra homes available today. Privately positioned on over an acre within the celebrated Crestwood Hills enclave, the home exemplifies Neutras enduring philosophy of harmonizing architecture with nature, where walls of glass dissolve the boundary between indoors and the surrounding landscape. Originally commissioned by artist Elsa Sale and her husband Robert, the residence was thoughtfully designed to showcase art through carefully placed skylights, custom lighting, and an open, light-filled floor plan. Sensitively restored, the home preserves many of its most significant original details, including built-in furnishings, cabinetry, mosaic artwork, and the original pool and diving board, while seamlessly incorporating modern comforts. Surrounded by mature trees and reimagined gardens, the property observes extraordinary privacy and a profound connection to its natural setting. Expansive vistas stretch across the canyons, city skyline, Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and Palos Verdes, creating a cinematic backdrop from nearly every room. A rare opportunity to acquire one of Richard Neutras most celebrated Westside residences, The Sale House is more than a home it is a living work of art and an important piece of Los Angeles architectural history. read more »
Arthur Harvey   The Villa Carlotta   5959 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA $6,100
Experience the charm and sophistication of iconic Villa Carlotta in this beautifully furnished one-bedroom residence. Offering thoughtfully designed living space, this turnkey home blends classic Hollywood elegance with modern convenience. Enjoy expansive living areas, a Parisian-inspired dining space, a cozy bedroom featuring a queen-size bed, and a spa-like bathroom complete with linens, robes, towels, and premium personal care products. The fully equipped kitchen includes a Nespresso machine, microwave, refrigerator, and essential cookware. Additional features include Apple TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, spacious closets, concierge services, professional housekeeping, and optional refrigerator/pantry stocking. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a sparkling pool, rooftop sundeck, fitness center, clubhouse, palm garden, daily continental breakfast, and weekly wine and music evenings. Flexible lease terms available. * Photos may depict a similar unit and may not represent the actual residence offered. * read more »
Donald Wexler, A.I.A.   Steel Development House #4   3133 N Sunnyview Drive, Palm Springs, CA $1,399,000
One of Seven! A rare opportunity to own Steel House #4, an all-steel residence designed by legendary architect Donald Wexler. Widely regarded as one of the most significant examples of Mid-Century Modern architecture in Palm Springs, the Wexler Steel Houses were conceived as a groundbreaking experiment in prefabricated steel residential design.Thoughtfully reimagined in 2019, the home underwent an extensive renovation that took the structure down to its bones while carefully preserving its architectural integrity. Major systems were upgraded throughout, creating a rare combination of historic significance and modern livability. Expansive walls of glass, clean steel lines, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections embody the timeless design principles that have made Wexlers work internationally celebrated.Located in the heart of Palm Springs, this architectural masterpiece offers the opportunity to own not just a home, but a piece of design history--meticulously restored, thoughtfully updated, and ready for its next steward. read more »
Stewart Williams   The Ralph and Nancy Chaffee Kiner Residence   71279 Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA $15,000
( *Coming Soon* ) Expansive fairway view. Fabulous opportunity to book a seasonal vacation rental on the golf course in Thunderbird Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California. There are views from the kitchen and living room and also from the pool & spa! The paved driveway is spacious and has remote control gates. 2-car attached garage. Spectrum Internet and trash service is included. Electricity, gas, water is included up to $300.00 per month. Landscape and pool service is included. Thunderbird is a members only private club. No memberships are included. Contact agent for more information or to book this property. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS COMING read more »
Wallace Neff   1270 Shadow Hill Way, Beverly Hills, CA $32,500,000
Rare chance to own Tim Morrisons Spanish Revival estate, which embodies the essence of Californias Golden Age of Architecture. Situated north of Sunset in Beverly Hills, this stunning property features breathtaking views from the ocean to downtown and overlooks the hills and Franklin Canyon. The estate showcases exquisite finishes and impressive space, including a master suite with incredible views, a sitting room, and dual baths. The top floor has three additional bedroom suites, a gym, and a home theater featuring state of the art sound and projection. The lower level boasts a chefs kitchen, family room, formal living and dining rooms, a study, and a guest suite. With a three-car garage and ample parking, the private grounds include a beautiful shell-shaped pool and decks, all framed by spectacular views. This one acre promontory rests at the end of a cul-de-sac in prime Beverly Hills (Area 1). read more »
Palmetto Court   100 Palmetto , PASADENA, CA $599,999
Duplex opportunity in desirable Pasadena! Two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units with approximately 462 SF each (924 SF total) on an estimated 2,655 SF lot. Property needs TLC and is sold with current tenants in place. Located minutes from Old Town Pasadena, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Rare opportunity to own a historic Pasadena gem with value-add potential. Buyer to verify all information. read more »