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Los Angeles, CA 90026,1340 Carroll Avenue
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Los Angeles, CA 90026,1340 Carroll Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90026,1340 Carroll Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90026,1340 Carroll Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90026,1340 Carroll Avenue
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Nicole Van Parys & Gary Nesen

Nicole Van Parys & Gary Nesen

+1(805) 795-1880
Listed by Matthew Berkley • Engel & Voelkers Pasadena
$ 2,560,000
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1340 Carroll Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90026

4 Beds

3 Baths

3,168 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 3,168 sqft

Price per Sqft $808

MLS Listing ID P1-21134

Style Bungalow,Craftsman

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1907

Lot Size 10,109 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

The Thomas Residence, 1907, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of residential architecture at the dawn of the twentieth century. Constructed in 1907, the home is a prime example of transitional Craftsman architecture, bridging the gap between the ornate excesses of the Victorian Era and the emerging simplicity of the Arts and Crafts movement. The Thomas Residence has a quiet yet commanding presence in the 1300 Block of Carroll Avenue National Register Historic District in the historic enclave of Angeleno Heights. The home reflects a shift in architectural philosophy, moving away from the conspicuous consumption of the Gilded Age toward a more restrained, functional aesthetic in response to the excesses of the Second Industrial Revolution. The interplay of modest ornamentation and simplicity in the home's design situates it within the broader historical narrative of early Los Angeles residential architecture and exemplifies the transitional Craftsman style through a hybridization of Victorian-Era propriety and the emerging bungalow aesthetic. Unlike the Carroll Avenue Victorian mansions that were long associated with affluence, the Thomas Residence represented a new entry into the neighborhood's architectural legacy, acknowledging past traditions while embracing modernity with lower ceilings, front and rear porches, a second-floor deck, and modern plumbing, electricity and central heating.The recently completed multi-year restoration of the Thomas Residence aimed to preserve this jewel for the benefit of the historic neighborhood but also prepare it for contemporary living. Preservation efforts focused on retaining the home's original materials, details, and lighting, as well as emphasizing original character-defining features. The Thomas Residence is more than just a well-preserved historic home; it is a testament to the architectural legacy and cultural transitions that shaped early twentieth-century Los Angeles. By bridging the gap between Victorian extravagance and the Craftsman ethos of simplicity and function, the home offers a unique insight into the evolution of American domestic architecture. Its preservation serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of architectural continuity in understanding the history of urban environments and underscores the ongoing challenges of maintaining historic homes in urban settings, particularly in a city like Los Angeles, where rapid development and regulation often threaten architectural heritage

Location

State CA

County Los Angeles

Area C21 - Silver Lake - Echo Park

Rooms

Basement Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features 2 Staircases, Balcony, Beamed Ceilings, Built-In Features, Coffered Ceiling(s), Pantry, Storage, Butler's Pantry, Stone Counters, Walk-In Pantry

Heating Central, Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump

Flooring Wood, See Remarks

Fireplaces Type None

Laundry Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included

Exterior

Parking Features Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Concrete, Driveway

Pool None

Community Features Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Utilities Available Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

View Y/N Yes

View City Lights

Building

Lot Description Sprinklers

Sewer Sewer Paid

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Nicole Van Parys & Gary Nesen

License Partners, Private Office Advisors | License ID: 01108944

+1(805) 795-1880

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