2495 Glendower Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (MLS # SR25190240)
Nestled amid the leafy tranquility of prestigious Los Feliz is this 1923 Mediterranean-inspired estate"”once home to Forrest J. Ackerman"”legendary collector, writer, and inspiration to Hollywood's greats. This piece of history, known as "˜The Ackermansion,' was recently re-imagined to showcase masterful craftsmanship, bespoke detailing and integrated art installations by a world-renowned artist.
Enter through a grand foyer into an expansive living room, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping views of the Los Angeles skyline. Through double French doors, a cabana-style lounge with its own fireplace provides a cozy retreat. The interior includes a ground-level remodel in collaboration with Hub of the House Studio, featuring custom Hart & Toth cabinetry. A romantic Juliette window in the dining room overlooks your own private forest, while the chef's kitchen features artisan concrete counters, designer appliances, and hand-troweled clay and plasterwork.
Within this walled and privately-gated compound, 4 fireplaces, 6 patios, and a sparkling pool offer endless possibilities for entertaining. Soaring palms, mature birds of paradise, and cascades of bougainvillea will have you feeling like you're worlds away. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, this residence is a private sanctuary just minutes from Griffith Park hiking trails, the Observatory, and the heartbeat of Los Angeles.
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DAYS ON MARKET
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2
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LAST UPDATED
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8/26/2025
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YEAR BUILT
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1923
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COMMUNITY
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637 - Los Feliz
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GARAGE SPACES
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3.0
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COUNTY
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Los Angeles
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STATUS
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Active
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PROPERTY TYPE(S)
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Single Family
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| AIR |
Central Air |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| AREA |
637 - Los Feliz |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| GARAGE |
Attached Garage, Yes |
| LOT |
0.4307 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Front Yard |
| PARKING |
Attached |
| POOL |
Yes |
| POOL DESCRIPTION |
Private |
| SEWER |
Public Sewer |
| STORIES |
3+ |
| VIEW |
Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION |
City Lights, Trees/Woods |
| WATER |
Public |
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