3854 MARKRIDGE ROAD, LA CRESCENTA
5 BEDROOMS | 5 BATHROOMS | LOT 248,622 SQ FT | $9,800,000
Nestled up against a hilltop, looking down on the Crescenta Valley is the home of Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. La Crescenta is an area of Los Angeles that is located up the 2 freeway, about 15-20 minutes north of Downtown LA. Flea, who’s real name is Michael Balzary, bought the home in 2018 for $4.25 million. Since purchasing the home he has made a few additions including a cabin, a 50 foot long swimming pool and 875-square-foot addition to the main home.
On the 5.7 acre property is an original smaller home that was built in 1953 by the well known Modern architect Richard Nuetra. At the center of the property is a completely unique 7 sided structure that serves as the main house. Jagged lines cut across the roof, bringing an industrial vibe to the exterior of the 1,350-square-foot home. Inside, vast walls of glass open to a courtyard filled with succulents.
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This exceptional architectural compound offers total hilltop privacy. This stunning pair of pedigreed properties occupy an extraordinary curated succulent garden. The original structure was built by Richard Neutra FAIA for his secretary, Dorothy Serulnic, in 1953. The 1,350 sq ft floor plan features 2 bedrooms, one bath, walls of glass, a bear valley stone fireplace and a plethora of Neutra designed built-ins, including a sofa system with record player and concealed speakers, multiple desks, shelving systems, dining room table, sliding breakfast nook and vanity. This pristine architectural masterpiece opens to a flat grassy pad with spectacular mountain and city skyline views throughout. Nearly a half a century later, award winning architect Michael Maltzan was commissioned to build the main residence. His unique design is anchored by a 7 sided structure with an interior courtyard. A sensational 875 ft addition was completed by the noteworthy architect in 2021. The entire structure has breathtaking mountain and city skyline views. The heavenly primary suite with curvilinear penny tiled bathroom looks through the courtyard and onto the dramatic view. There is a smart office area, cozy den, and a multitude of built-in storage throughout. The enormous Johnston Vidal lap pool is 50’long. The outdoor movie pavilion with wind screen and catering kitchen is the perfect place to entertain. A unique cabin designed and built by artist Peter Staley completes the unique compound. Just minutes away from DTLA, Pasadena, Los Feliz and Silver Lake, this special compound offers peace and privacy like no other. Listed by Sherri Rogers and Elisa Ritt of Compass.
