8690 Franklin Ave

Situated in one of Los Angeles' most desirable locations, minutes from LA's best dining, shopping, theaters & museums. Perched atop the Sunset Strip and nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac. Completely, custom built of concrete, steel & glass. Three levels with 14' walls of glass & terraces boasting, explosive, unobstructed, staggering, truly panoramic views, stretching across the entirety of Los Angeles, encompassing the Griffith Park Observatory, Downtown LA, Catalina, LAX, Century City, Westwood, all the way to the Getty Center. Exquisite European materials, hardware & craftsmanship, throughout. Light & bright, huge, flexible, open flowing space make up the living room w/fireplace, dining, office, built-in book cases & step down family room with built-in media center and entertainers serving bar, all boasting City to Ocean views. Beautiful, custom, gourmet chef's kitchen with breakfast nook featuring a built-in table and banquette seating. Double, stainless Wolf ranges, with extra large griddle, double stainless Sub-Zero fridges, 148 bottle wine fridge, BBQ-charbroiler, & large, gorgeous, illuminated granite center island complete with bar seating and prep station including: trough style sink & cutting boards. Master suite with "Four Seasons" style marble bath, walk-in closet & private terrace with hot tub overlooking the city. Two additional family bedrooms & bathrooms, plus an attached, yet completely separate, with its own private entrance, 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest unit, complete with living room, full bath and kitchenette. Lower level fitness center (could easily be additional bedroom, home theater, or ?, with gym-size dry sauna, and steam & water closet. Additional features include: Limestone & new blonde hardwood floors, water filtration system, audio & video wiring, Lutron lighting system, electric blinds, security system with cameras, and fabulous, 16 x 69' full size swimming pool & sundeck, overlooking the entire city. Cul-de-sac provides for plenty of safe, unrestricted street parking. Pictures simply do not do the property justice, must see in person, please call, text or email to schedule a private viewing at once! The portion of Franklin where the property is located is being turned into a private, gated street. Currently in the process of having utility lines placed under ground, repaving and finally the gate being added. Project completion expected in 2023. Upon completion, house will be re-listed at a price to reflect the rarity of living on a private, gated street in this highly sought after location. Owner may carry & welcomes creative financing offers. Property is also available for lease.