$1,375,777
$949,000
45.0%For more information regarding the value of a property, please contact us for a free consultation.
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,158 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 07/24/2026
Key Details
Sold Price $1,375,777
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,158 sqft
Price per Sqft $637
MLS Listing ID 26845057
Sold Date 07/24/26
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1952
Lot Size 9,857 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Offered for the first time in its history, the Robert Pena Rosales Residence stands as a rare and remarkably intact piece of East Los Angeles architectural heritage. Cradled by the tranquil University Hills of El Sereno sits this cabin-like Mid Century built by Robert Pena Rosales for his family; a Mexican-American draftsman who once worked for Gensler & Associates. This deeply personal Mid-Century retreat has remained in the same family for more than seven decades, passing two generations of stewardship since its completion in 1952. The home was conceived as a harmonious extension of its natural surroundings. Echoing the spirit of the postwar Case Study era, Rosales embraced a restrained, simple timber-forward palette, crafting a split-level residence defined by warmth, simplicity, and a profound connection to the landscape. Original wood-paneled walls, exposed ceiling beams, custom handrails, and parquet flooring remain beautifully preserved, imbuing the home with an enduring sense of character and authenticity. Expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing and oversized windows draw sunlight deep into the interiors throughout the day, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. The first floor, is comprised of a large living room that opens to a spacious deck which shares vast south-easterly hillside views as well as one of 3 bedrooms, also with front deck access. More than a residence, this is a legacy property. An exceptionally rare offering that has quietly witnessed 74 years of family life, celebration, and has seen generations of love and created life lasting memories within its walls. The home also comes with a 2-car garage and additional driveway parking. The Robert Pena Rosales Residence presents a singular opportunity to become the next steward of an irreplaceable Los Angeles story.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 621 - El Sereno
Zoning LAR1
Interior
Interior Features Utility Room
Heating Wall Furnace
Flooring Carpet, Wood
Fireplaces Type None
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace No
Appliance Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Exterior
Parking Features Covered, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage
Pool None
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights, Hills
Total Parking Spaces 4
Private Pool No
Building
Entry Level Multi/Split
Sewer Septic Type Unknown
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Level or Stories Multi/Split
New Construction No
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 5223020030
Special Listing Condition Standard
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