On the market for the first time in over six decades, this soulful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence was the longtime home of legendary filmmaker John Cassavetes and acclaimed actress Gena Rowlands. Set on nearly an acre in the Hollywood Hills, the property spans approximately 4,305 sq ft and sits across three contiguous parcels totaling 37,992 sq including one buildable lot, offering rare future potential in this coveted location. A long, tree-lined approach leads to a classic traditional home with elegant Hollywood Regency details, gracious scale, and abundant natural light. The main level features formal living and dining rooms, a classic bar for entertaining, and a spacious bedroom suite offering flexibility for guests or creative use. Oversized windows frame views of treetops and natural greenery from every room, creating a serene and immersive connection to the landscape. Upstairs, the primary suite offers privacy and presence, while additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and thoughtfully arranged. Original architectural details remain intact, including a one-of-a-kind hand-painted bathroom artistic centerpiece created by a family member. The home is surrounded by nature and bordered by acres of protected county land, enhancing its sense of peace, privacy, and timeless retreat. This was not only a home, but a creative sanctuary where films such as Faces, A Woman Under the Influence, Minnie and Moskowitz, and Love Streams were conceived, edited, and in part filmed, contributing to the legacy of American independent cinema. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own an authentic piece of Hollywood history.
Sold for $4,375,000 on 10/02/25
$4,375,000
7917 Woodrow Wilson Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90046
5beds
4,305sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.59 Acres Lot
$4,322,100 Zestimate®
$1,016/sqft
$29,970 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 04, 2025 at 04:21am
Listed by:
Kate Blackwood DRE # 01237139 323-791-9442,
Compass,
Kristal Moffett DRE # 01885488 310-699-4130,
Compass
Bought with:
Kristal Moffett, DRE # 01885488
Compass
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25577301
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas/Electric Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area, Formal Dining Rm, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Mixed
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,305
- Total interior livable area: 4,305 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Concrete Slab, Screened Porch, Patio, Awning(s)
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Dimensions: 154 x 168
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 5570022008
- Zoning: LARE11
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Alarm System
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
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Estimated market value
$4,322,100