8116 Truxton Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90045
$1,595,000
$910/sqft
About This Property
Welcome to a rare opportunity in Westchester's Westport Heights: a meticulously renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-story home, available for the first time in 50 years. This 1,752 sq ft residence masterfully blends vintage beach cottage charm with modern luxury, showcasing original ornate architectural details by Silas Nowell.The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers privacy with bedrooms on one side and expansive living areas on the other. Dual living spaces, each featuring a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, provide versatile comfort. The formal living room boasts a coved ceiling and bay window, while the great room integrates family living and dining, highlighted by a limewashed brick fireplace and a stylish dry bar with quartz countertop. Dark wood ceiling beams and white wall paneling create a striking beachy aesthetic. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the renovated galley kitchen, equipped with premium Bosch appliances, vertical shiplap walls, and champagne bronze hardware. Abundant natural light fills the space, which includes an eat-in seating area and Spanish-crafted hex tile flooring that extends into the spacious laundry room with new GE Profile appliances. The luxurious private quarters include a primary bedroom positioned at the rear for tranquility, featuring a full-light patio door leading to a secluded outdoor sanctuary. Two generously sized secondary bedrooms offer comfort and privacy.Outdoor living is perfected in the professionally landscaped backyard, featuring tropical foliage and nightscaping. Two distinct patios offer diverse entertainment options: one with a charming shed, pergola, and spill fountain, and the other, accessible from the kitchen, equipped with utilities for a potential outdoor kitchen. Adding significant value is the beautifully finished 323 sq ft garage, offering exceptional versatility as an office, home gym, or with strong potential for ADU conversion ideal for rental income or multi-generational living. Recent upgrades include a new shingle roof, Bryant furnace and ductwork, 200-amp electrical panel, updated appliances, and many newly installed Milgard windows, ensuring modern comfort without sacrificing character. Enjoy an enviable location in one of Los Angeles' most convenient neighborhoods. Just 10 minutes from pristine beaches and 3 miles from LAX, this home is ideally situated near Silicon Beach, Playa Vista, and LMU. This prime location offers a vibrant tapestry of dining, shopping, and entertainment, balancing residential serenity with urban convenience. This isn't just a home; it's a lifestyle opportunity and a smart investment in a highly desirable area.
Listed by Stephanie Younger • Compass and Amber Helfand • Compass
Key Highlights
Property Details
Property Type
Residential
Style
SingleFamilyResidence
MLS Number
26657933
Status
Active
Listed Date
3/4/2026
Year Built
1942
Lot Size
5,999 sqft
Lot Acres
0.14
Zoning
LAR1
Furnished
Unfurnished
Interior Features
Heating
Central
Air Conditioning
None
Flooring
Tile,Wood
Appliances & Extras
Exterior & Parking
Total Parking Spaces
2
Roof
Composition,Shingle
Patio
FrontPorch,Open,Patio
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Estimated Monthly Cost
*Estimate only. Based on 20% down, 6.5% rate, 30-year fixed. LA County property tax rate of 1.21%. Actual costs may vary.
Property History
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Based on information from CLAW (Combined LA/Westside MLS) as of 3/16/2026. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Listing provided courtesy of Compass.