A 1933 Spanish Cottage in Silver Lake for $969,000
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Silver Lake has always been a neighborhood of small, characterful houses. A new listing at 3060 Silver Lake Blvd. (90039) fits the description well.
It's a restored 1933 Spanish cottage with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, listed at $969,000. The house has arches and coved ceilings, two features that define this style and that tend to be the first to go when a house is carelessly updated. Outside there are mature olive trees. There is also a bonus studio space.
The house was listed Sept. 24.
A note on the numbers
Redfin shows about 1,015 square feet. The bonus space is described as nearly 300 square feet. It isn't clear to me whether that studio is included in the 1,015, so I'd treat the square footage as something to verify. This is a common issue with older homes and with any space that was added or converted. Whether a space counts toward the official square footage can affect how you compare it to other homes, and potentially how you think about its value.
If you are interested, ask for the permit history on the studio and find out exactly what is counted in the listed size. It is a simple question, and the answer matters.
Why this one stands out
At this price, Silver Lake buyers often face a choice between character and space. A house like this makes a case for character. Arches, coved ceilings and old trees are the sort of features you can't add later. The studio, depending on its status, could serve as an office, a workspace or a place for guests, which is often the thing a small house lacks.
I'd also say that a house of this size isn't for everyone. If you need three bedrooms and a large kitchen, it will feel tight. If you value a restored period house and can make smart use of a studio, it may be exactly right.
I'm happy to arrange a showing or put together comparable sales so you can see how it stacks up.
Source: Redfin.
