1340 Carroll Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,168 sqft
Price per Sqft $851
MLS Listing ID P1-21134
Style Bungalow,Craftsman
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1907
Lot Size 10,109 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The Thomas Residence has a quiet yet commanding presence in the 1300 Block of Carroll Avenue National Register Historic District in the historic enclave of Angeleno Heights. The home reflects a shift in architectural philosophy, moving away from the conspicuous consumption of the Gilded Age toward a more restrained, functional aesthetic in response to the excesses of the Second Industrial Revolution. The interplay of modest ornamentation and simplicity in the home's design situates it within the broader historical narrative of early Los Angeles residential architecture and exemplifies the transitional Craftsman style through a hybridization of Victorian-Era propriety and the emerging bungalow aesthetic. Unlike the Carroll Avenue Victorian mansions that were long associated with affluence, the Thomas Residence represented a new entry into the neighborhood's architectural legacy, acknowledging past traditions while embracing modernity with lower ceilings, front and rear porches, a second-floor deck, and modern plumbing, electricity and central heating.The recently completed multi-year restoration of the Thomas Residence aimed to preserve this jewel for the benefit of the historic neighborhood but also prepare it for contemporary living. Preservation efforts focused on retaining the home's original materials, details, and lighting, as well as emphasizing original character-defining features. The Thomas Residence is more than just a well-preserved historic home; it is a testament to the architectural legacy and cultural transitions that shaped early twentieth-century Los Angeles. By bridging the gap between Victorian extravagance and the Craftsman ethos of simplicity and function, the home offers a unique insight into the evolution of American domestic architecture. Its preservation serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of architectural continuity in understanding the history of urban environments and underscores the ongoing challenges of maintaining historic homes in urban settings, particularly in a city like Los Angeles, where rapid development and regulation often threaten architectural heritage.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area C21 - Silver Lake - Echo Park
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features 2 Staircases, Balcony, Beamed Ceilings, Built-In Features, Coffered Ceiling(s), Pantry, Storage, Butler's Pantry, Stone Counters, Walk-In Pantry
Heating Central, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Wood, See Remarks
Fireplaces Type None
Laundry Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
Exterior
Parking Features Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Concrete, Driveway
Pool None
Community Features Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Utilities Available Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights
Building
Lot Description Sprinklers
Sewer Sewer Paid