5 Beds
3 Baths
2,417 SqFt
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,417 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,417 sqft
Price per Sqft $825
MLS Listing ID PV24105313
Style Detached
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1960
Lot Size 0.343 Acres
Acres 0.3431
Property Description
First offering: The Michell Residence, Joseph O. Michell (1960). As the architect stood on the eastern slope of Rancho Palos Verdes, awestruck by the panoramic vistas of city skyline, bustling harbor, majestic mountains, vast ocean expanse, and sketch of coastline as far as the eye can see- he knew that he had found the ideal location to build a forever home for his growing family. That vision came to life as an extraordinary example of mid-century modernism- informed not only by his studies at the USC School of Architecture, but also by an ethos of innovation and resourcefulness. A dramatic ceiling hung fireplace at the center of the open plan living room is one such example of the architect's ingenuity; it was formed from a repurposed culvert pipe, made to float above a 360 degree hearth of terrazzo mixed with colorful local abalone shells. Interior and exterior spaces feel seamless, with expansive walls of glass embracing the adjacent gardens, patios, and kidney shaped pool as well as framing the breathtaking distant views. Living spaces are bathed in natural light as the sun's path traverses the sky. Remaining almost entirely intact as built, the home is filled with distinctive original details: exposed aggregate concrete floors, bouquet stone walls, mosaic tile, floating cabinetry, radiant heated floors, and more. Directly adjacent to the 4 bd/2ba main residence is a separate 1bd/1ba casita with its own side yard entrance, providing excellent privacy for guests and/or longer term family stays. Every corner of the home tells a story of a family's love and dedication over six decades; you can feel the echoes of laughter, shared meals, and cherished memories that have shaped this space into more than just a houseit stands as a living, breathing time capsule of a life well-lived.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area Rancho Palos Verdes (90275)
Zoning RPRS20000*
Interior
Interior Features Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Tile Counters, Wet Bar
Cooling Wall/Window
Flooring Carpet, Laminate, Stone
Fireplaces Type FP in Living Room, Free Standing, Gas, Great Room, Gas Starter
Equipment Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Freezer
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Freezer
Laundry Inside
Exterior
Garage Garage - Two Door
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Chain Link, Wood
Pool Below Ground, Private
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
View Bay, Mountains/Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Marina, Water, Coastline, Harbor, Vincent Thomas Bridge, City Lights
Total Parking Spaces 2
Building
Lot Description Landscaped
Story 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories 1 Story
Others
Monthly Total Fees $43
Miscellaneous Storm Drains
Acceptable Financing Cash To New Loan
Listing Terms Cash To New Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard
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