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Glendale,CA 91207
OPEN HOUSE
Sat Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Sun Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Wed Oct 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,441 sqft
Price per Sqft $832
MLS Listing ID P1-24600
Style Mediterranean/Spanish
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 5
Year Built 1927
Lot Size 0.442 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
In 1926, at the height of Glendale's golden era of architectural expansion, Samuel G. McClure -- publisher and owner of the Glendale News Press -- purchased a prominent knoll overlooking the growing city below. With an eye for beauty and a taste for the grand, he commissioned the construction of a Spanish masterpiece that would blend the romanticism of old-world design with the grace of California living. Nearly a century later, this extraordinary residence remains one of Rossmoyne's most admired homes - a work of residential art that has stood the test of time. Much like the celebrated Kennedy House in Palo Alto, this residence is a stunning example of symmetrical Colonial Spanish architecture. The home's exterior is defined by its classic proportions and rich period details - handmade decorative tiles, original steel casement windows fitted with wrought-iron grilles, smooth stucco walls, and a series of graceful arches that repeat as a unifying motif both inside and out. Each element tells a story of craftsmanship and splashes of modern artistry enhancements. The stately entry introduces the home's grand scale and impeccable design sensibility. Beyond the foyer, a museum-like formal living room unfolds beneath a soaring wood-beamed ceiling. Light streams through the expansive picture window, illuminating wide-plank wood floors, a commanding fireplace, and a custom wet bar that invites evening conversation. Every corner reveals the thoughtful touch of artisans who had entertaining in mind. The remodeled kitchen reimagines tradition with modern luxury. Anchored by a 60-inch
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Interior
Heating Forced Air Unit
Cooling Central Forced Air,Dual
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Type FP in Family Room,FP in Living Room
Exterior
Parking Features Direct Garage Access,Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Wrought Iron
Pool Below Ground
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights
Roof Type Tile/Clay
Building
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard