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2980 Hollyridge Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068, Los Angeles, 90068 - 4 bed, 8 bath

2980 Hollyridge Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$5,295,000
2980 Hollyridge Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068
4Beds
8Baths
6,408Sqft
47,150Lot
Year Built
1984
Close
-
List price
$5.29M
Original List price
$6M
Price/Sqft
$826
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25585293
Home ConditionFair
Features
Excellent View: City Lights, Canyon, Park/Greenbelt, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Deck
Pool
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Canyon,Park/Greenbelt,Hills,Mountain(s),Panoramic

About this home

We found 3 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $5.29M(97th), sqft - 6408(97th), beds - 4(59th), baths - 8(97th).

JUST REDUCED! MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! Outstanding opportunity to acquire an extraordinary 1+ acre compound featuring three separate structures set behind a gate at the end of a private driveway above Hollyridge Drive. The main residence, freestanding guest house, and separate studio above the detached garage provide an abundance of functional space in which to live, work, and entertain amidst a sprawling landscape affording a remarkable sense of privacy. Sited perfectly along a vast ridge and high above the canyon, you will marvel at the unobstructed views of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline, the Griffith Observatory, and the iconic "Hollywood" sign all visible from your own backyard. Distinctive1980's architectural designed by Michael Pearce and Richard Clemenson highlighting many of the characteristic details of the era, including large picture windows, glass block, bleached oak floors, a breezy pastel color palette, and multiple patios & terraces from which to take in the incredible 280-degree wrap-around vistas. The main residence consists of 3 bedrooms + 6 baths with a flex room and an upstairs loft currently configured as an entertainment space & office and poised for reimagination as a dramatic 2-room primary suite. Full separate guest house located at the opposite end of the property features a living room/lounge crowned with a dramatic atrium ceiling, kitchenette, 1 bedroom, 2 baths, and multiple French doors leading to assorted patios bordered by a canopy of trees and lush greenery. The expansive grounds consist of multiple outdoor areas including rolling lawn, a swimming pool, lounging decks, flower & cactus gardens, BBQ station, and a vast flat grassy pad providing the ultimate play area. Ideal for a developer, owner/user, artist, or rock star seeking privacy and the space to create an art or recording studio in a separate detached structure. The longtime home of legendary television writer/producer David Jacobs, creator of the classic drama series DALLAS and spinoff KNOTTS LANDING, who along with his wife and children, acquired a sequence of lots over a span of years to create this one-of-a- kind estate still brimming with possibilities and unlimited potential. Utterly unique & memorable. No sign on property.

Nearby schools

6/10
Cheremoya Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.2mi
8/10
Valley View Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.4mi
4/10
Grant Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.6mi
4/10
Selma Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.8mi
7/10
Los Feliz STEMM Magnet
Public,•K-6•2.0mi
7/10
Gardner Street Elementary School
Public,•K-6•2.5mi
8/10
R. L. Stevenson Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.7mi
7/10
Rio Vista Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.2mi
3/10
Joseph Le Conte Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.9mi
3/10
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.6mi
6/10
Thomas Starr King Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.9mi
5/10
David Starr Jordan Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.0mi
6/10
Walter Reed Middle School
Public,•6-8•4.3mi
6/10
Hollywood Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
8/10
John Marshall Senior High School
Public,•9-12•2.6mi
7/10
Burroughs High School
Public,•9-12•3.3mi
7/10
Fairfax Senior High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
6/10
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)
Public,•7-12•4.2mi
8/10
North Hollywood Senior High School
Public,•9-12•4.9mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/13/25
Price Change
$5,295,000-11.7%
09/08/25
Listing
$5,995,000
Condition Rating
Fair
The property, built in 1984, exhibits well-maintained 1980s architectural details, including glass block, bleached oak floors, and a pastel color palette, as noted in the description. While the kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, its overall style and cabinetry appear to be from an older renovation, not recent. The bathrooms, with extensive mirrored walls, pink marble-like countertops, and glass block showers, are significantly dated and would require substantial modernization to meet current aesthetic standards. The property is functional and appears to be in good structural condition, but its interior aesthetics are outdated, aligning with the 'fair' category which suggests a need for minor updates or repairs, primarily aesthetic modernization.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 47150, living area = 6408.
Expansive Compound & Versatility: An extraordinary 1+ acre compound featuring three separate structures (main residence, freestanding guest house, and separate studio) provides abundant functional space for living, working, and entertaining.
Unrivaled Panoramic Views: Sited perfectly along a vast ridge, the property offers unobstructed 280-degree views of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline, the Griffith Observatory, and the iconic 'Hollywood' sign.
Exceptional Privacy & Seclusion: Set behind a gate at the end of a private driveway and high above the canyon, the estate affords a remarkable sense of privacy and exclusivity.
Extensive Outdoor Amenities: The sprawling grounds include multiple outdoor areas, a rolling lawn, swimming pool, lounging decks, flower & cactus gardens, a BBQ station, and a vast flat grassy pad, ideal for recreation and entertaining.
Architectural Pedigree & Celebrity History: Designed by notable 1980s architects Michael Pearce and Richard Clemenson, and formerly the home of legendary television writer/producer David Jacobs, adding unique cachet and potential historical value.

Cons

Dated Interior Aesthetics: The property highlights characteristic 1980s architectural details such as glass block, bleached oak floors, and a breezy pastel color palette, which may require significant modernization to appeal to current design trends.
Recent Major Price Reduction: A 'MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION' from the original list price suggests the property may have been initially overpriced or has faced challenges attracting buyers at its previous valuation.
High Maintenance for Large Estate: A 1+ acre compound with multiple structures and extensive landscaping, built in 1984, will likely demand substantial ongoing maintenance and potential capital expenditures for upkeep and modernization.

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