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  • $10,895,000

    685 Elkins Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049

    5beds
    6,099sqft
    : 
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    0.72 Acres Lot
    $10,049,000 Zestimate®
    $1,786/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stately fireplaceMature landscapingFull-length balconySparkling swimming poolPrivate gateManicured groundsExpansive walk-in closets
    Presenting a once-in-a-generation offering: the former residence of screen legends Deborah Kerr and Audrey Hepburn. 685 Elkins Road is steeped in classic Hollywood history and timeless elegance. Tucked behind a private gate in one of Brentwood's most prestigious neighborhoods and nestled beside Brentwood Park, this stunning traditional-style home is the crown jewel of Elkins Road. Set on an expansive 31,163 SQFT lot with manicured grounds, rose gardens, and mature hedging, this 6,099 SQFT estate offers 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and a refined blend of classic design and thoughtful modern updates all while staying true to the Traditional Georgian style. A covered Lanai reminiscent of Southern architecture welcomes you into the home and doubles as an elegant outdoor entertaining space, complete with a fireplace, built-in ceiling heaters, and views of the sprawling front lawn and putting green. The main level is anchored by a grand formal foyer that opens to a spacious formal living room with seamless access to the front lanai, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Soaring 10 1/2-foot ceilings construct volume and scale in every room. A richly detailed formal dining room, adorned with hand-painted Gracie wallpaper, sets the stage for refined gatherings. The conservatory, with custom millwork, provides a space for conversation or cocktails. A chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances and sun-drenched garden-view windows, adjacent to a separate guest wing, and a traditional library complete the main floor. The upper level features a generously proportioned primary suite, appointed with two separate, spa-inspired bathrooms and expansive walk-in closets adorned with elegant vanities. This level also includes two en-suite guest bedrooms; one showcasing a stately fireplace. The other offering sweeping views of the manicured front lawn. Just off the primary suite, upper landing, and front guest suite lies a distinctive, full-length balcony that graces the home's front facade - a serene vantage point overlooking the expansive emerald-green lawn, perfect for morning coffee or sunset aperitifs. The lower level offers a family room, ample storage, and another private guest suite ideal for guests or staff accommodations. On the east-facing side of the home, a sparkling swimming pool is surrounded by mature landscaping and tranquil privacy. Below the pool, the grounds slope gently into a lush, tree-lined retreat with winding trails that descend to the street below a unique and rarely found natural feature in Brentwood. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, multi-zone heating and cooling, a whole-home gas-powered generator, and a hot water recirculation system. Offered for the first time in 34 years, 685 Elkins Road is more than just an estate-it is a legacy property of uncommon pedigree, elegance, and charm.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 28, 2025 at 03:56am

    Listed by:

    Jennifer Montague DRE # 02173576 818-257-3516,

    Sotheby's International Realty 310-724-7000,

    Graham J. Larson DRE # 01905737 310-303-9397,

    Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25548421MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 6
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Basement, Bar, Attic, Dressing Area, Family Room, Formal Entry, Powder, Service Entrance, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Bonus Room, Dining Area, Library, Lanai
    Bedroom
    • Features: Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
    Bathroom
    • Features: Powder Room, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Linen Closet, Shower Over Tub
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry
    Heating
    • Central, Hot Water
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas/Electric Range, Microwave, Bar Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Water Filter, Range/Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Hot Water Circulator, Instant Hot Water
    • Laundry: Laundry Area, Gas Dryer Hookup, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Bar, Basement, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Wet Bar, Built-Ins, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Formal Dining Rm
    • Flooring: Wood Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Tinted Windows, Skylight(s)
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 5
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Kitchen, Library, Patio, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,099
    • Total interior livable area: 6,099 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 3
    • Entry location: Foyer
    • Patio & porch: Brick, Lanai, Rear Porch, Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Rain Gutters
    • Pool features: Heated, In Ground
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Privacy,Wrought Iron,Fenced Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Trees/Woods
    • Waterfront features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.72 Acres
    • Dimensions: 130 x 240
    • Features: Front Yard, Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: None
    • Parcel number: 4426033010
    • Zoning: LARE15
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Other equipment: Cable

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Roof: Shake
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • Year built: 1939

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Exterior Security Lights, 24 Hour Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Card/Code Access, Security Lights, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Gated, Security System Owned, Prewired, Alarm System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Los Angeles

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,786/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,536,985
    • Annual tax amount: $31,002
    • Date on market: 6/5/2025
    • Exclusions: tbd
    • Road surface type: Paved
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