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12323 23rd Helena Drive, Los Angeles, California 90049, Los Angeles, 90049 - 4 bed, 4 bath

12323 23rd Helena Drive, Los Angeles, California 90049 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$5,795,000
12323 23rd Helena Drive, Los Angeles, California 90049
4Beds
4Baths
3,089Sqft
10,201Lot
Year Built
1950
Close
-
List price
$5.79M
Original List price
$5.79M
Price/Sqft
$1,876
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25627253
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: Park/Greenbelt
Pool
Patio
ViewPark/Greenbelt

About this home

Fairly Priced:The estimated price is in line with the list price. We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $5.79M(70th), sqft - 3089(45th), beds - 4(50th), baths - 4(50th).

This one is special. Nestled just north of Sunset on one of Brentwood's fabled Helena cul-de-sacs is this quintessentially charming Spanish gem. Tucked privately behind a walled and gated courtyard, this evocative home exudes emotion at every turn with its stone floors, warm woodwork, French paned windows and doors, heavy beams, fine finishes and gorgeous ironwork. It is rare to find a vintage-feeling home that lives like now and today and this one sure does. This highly-upgraded hacienda has a wide-open floorplan with its airy living area, dining area and kitchen flowing out to the glorious outdoors. The kitchen has a large island/breakfast bar, top-tier stainless appliances and plenty of storage and workspace. For those quieter moments, there is also a den with built in bookcases and views to the yard. There are three bedrooms on the main level, one ensuite and the other two sharing a bath, Jack and Jill style. A powder bath, a large laundry/utility room and direct access into the two-car garage complete the first level. Upstairs is fabulous primary retreat, complete with treetop-vistas, an unusually spacious closet and a lovely bath featuring a clawfoot tub. The backyard is magically landscaped and takes in magnificent, wide open views across this maturely wooded neighborhood. There's a swimmer's pool, a grassy expanse and a trellised patio... the perfect spot for lounging and dining under the Southern California sun and stars. All this in close proximity to UCLA, to Brentwood, to Santa Monica, to nearby beaches and to all the fine shopping and dining each area affords. Kenter Elementary, Paul Revere Middle School and Palisades High. Fireplaces are decorative only.

Nearby schools

5/10
Brentwood Science School
Public,•K-5•0.7mi
9/10
Franklin Elementary School
Public,•PK-5•1.4mi
5/10
Brockton Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.5mi
7/10
Nora Sterry Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.2mi
9/10
Warner Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.8mi
9/10
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.9mi
9/10
Roscomare Road Elementary School
Public,•K-5•4.3mi
8/10
Lanai Road Elementary School
Public,•K-5•6.2mi
8/10
Lincoln Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.2mi
6/10
Gaspar De Portola Middle School
Public,•6-8•8.2mi
5/10
William Mulholland Middle School
Public,•6-8•9.1mi
6/10
University Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
6/10
University Senior High School Charter
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
8/10
Santa Monica High School
Public,•9-12•3.4mi
6/10
Van Nuys Senior High School
Public,•9-12•9.1mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
12/12/25
Listing
$5,795,000
03/04/15
Sold
$3,856,000
10/31/13
Sold
$3,600,000
Condition Rating
Good
This property, built in 1950, has undergone extensive and high-quality renovations, particularly evident in the kitchen and bathrooms. The kitchen features modern white shaker cabinets, a large island, top-tier stainless steel appliances, and contemporary lighting. Bathrooms boast modern vanities, fixtures, subway tiling, and a luxurious clawfoot tub in the primary suite, all appearing recently updated and in excellent condition. The overall aesthetic is a charming, highly-upgraded Spanish style with stone floors, warm woodwork, and modern light fixtures, making it aesthetically move-in ready. However, the property's 1950 build year raises concerns about potential older underlying infrastructure, and critically, the MLS analysis explicitly notes the 'Absence of Central Air Conditioning.' While the visible components are excellent, the lack of a major modern comfort system like central AC prevents it from achieving an 'Excellent' rating, as it implies not all major systems meet current quality standards for a luxury home in Los Angeles. Therefore, it falls into the 'Good' category, representing a very well-maintained and beautifully renovated home with one significant functional drawback.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: Elementary School: Fairburn Avenue Elementary School (9/10).
Premier Brentwood Location & Privacy: Nestled on a fabled Helena cul-de-sac, the property offers exceptional privacy behind a walled and gated courtyard, with convenient access to UCLA, Santa Monica, beaches, and upscale shopping/dining.
Exquisite Spanish Architecture & Upgrades: A charming Spanish gem, meticulously upgraded to blend vintage appeal with modern living, featuring authentic details like stone floors, warm woodwork, French paned windows, heavy beams, fine finishes, and gorgeous ironwork.
Luxurious Outdoor Oasis with Views: The property boasts a magically landscaped backyard with a swimmer's pool, grassy expanse, trellised patio, and magnificent wide-open views across a maturely wooded neighborhood, ideal for entertaining and relaxation.
Modernized Open-Concept Interior: Features a highly-upgraded, wide-open floorplan with an airy living area, dining, and kitchen, including a large island with top-tier stainless appliances, facilitating seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
Access to Top-Rated Schools: Located within proximity to highly-regarded public schools such as Kenter Elementary, Paul Revere Middle School, and Palisades High, enhancing its appeal for families.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =10201, other record lot size in square feet = 10297.
Decorative Fireplaces Only: All fireplaces within the property are decorative only, meaning they do not provide functional heating or a traditional fire experience.
Potential for Older Infrastructure: Despite significant upgrades, the 1950 build year may imply underlying older infrastructure (e.g., plumbing, electrical) that could require future attention or may not meet the efficiency standards of newer constructions.
Absence of Central Air Conditioning: The property description does not mention a cooling system, implying a potential lack of central air conditioning, which could be a significant comfort concern during Los Angeles's warmer months.

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